Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Montreal: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 5 hours 35 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Montreal.
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-5. The city is three hours ahead of Vancouver, where Vancouver International Airport is located.
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the busiest route. When looking for your flight, you can pick from 51 services a week between YVR and YUL.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your YVR to Montreal flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Direct Vancouver International Airport to Montreal tickets are available for booking. Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is where you'll complete your journey.
You can choose from various carriers offering direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Montreal, including:
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near YVR. Whether you have an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Montreal or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
78% of flights taking off from Vancouver International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Montreal
Rs34,942 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Montreal flight. A return ticket right now is Rs74,679. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from YVR to Montreal if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Vancouver International Airport to Montreal across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Montreal. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel close to YUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver International Airport to Montreal. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport about four weeks before your flight from YVR to Montreal.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
After your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Montreal has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Montreal is roughly 23 kilometres from Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near YHU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your YVR to Montreal flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Typically, the earlier you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Lock in your ride from YHU as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Best time to go to Montreal
July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Montreal. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Montreal in January.
Book a Vancouver International Airport to Montreal plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YVR to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Montreal
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Montreal right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Montreal:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Montreal Botanical Garden, Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Montreal, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel about 499 kilometres southwest to Toronto to check off its leading sights. From CN Tower to The Top CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Ottawa is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres west of Montreal. No journey is complete without dropping by Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
