Travelling from Saint John Airport (YSJ) to Montreal: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Saint John Airport to Montreal is 1 hour 20 minutes.
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-4. The city is one hour behind Saint John, where Saint John Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Saint John Airport (YSJ) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Take your pick of seven services every week between these two airports. Air Canada offers a 11:15 departure between YSJ and YUL.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your YSJ to Montreal flight.
Taking off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Begin your trip at YSJ and fly nonstop to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Saint John Airport to Montreal tickets.
Keep your eyes peeled for promotions from Air Canada. This carrier has direct flights from Saint John Airport to Montreal.
Travelling from central Saint John to YSJ takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near YSJ. Whether you're taking an early flight from Saint John Airport to Montreal or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are a convenient choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Saint John Airport, 77.05% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Saint John Airport (YSJ) to Montreal
Rs32,616 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Saint John Airport to Montreal flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is Rs54,496. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Score cheap flights from YSJ to Montreal by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the best month for picking up a fantastic deal on Saint John Airport to Montreal tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to the centre of Montreal takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes around 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Saint John Airport to Montreal. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and discover more of Montreal and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from YSJ to Montreal.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
After your flight from Saint John Airport to Montreal has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Montreal is roughly 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to YHU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your YSJ to Montreal flight:
Land, collect your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and set off without skipping a beat. Enterprise and Budget are leading companies to pick from here.
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from YHU in advance so you can just grab the keys and be on your way.
Best time to go to Montreal
Plan your trip to Montreal during the high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Saint John Airport to Montreal in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your Saint John Airport to Montreal flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from YSJ to Montreal around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
Once you've booked your flight from Saint John Airport to Montreal, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Montreal:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Montreal Botanical Garden, Mount Royal Park and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are major attractions which should be on every Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Montreal, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Journey about 499 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its leading attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another corner of Canada, consider Ottawa, about 153 kilometres west of Montreal. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are among its highlights.