Travelling from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Montreal: what you need to know
Approximately 7 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Brussels Airport to Montreal.
Montreal is five hours behind Brussels, where Brussels Airport is located. Montreal runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
The most popular route is from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). You can select from eight weekly services between these two airports. Air Transat offers a 09:30 departure between BRU and YUL.
Give yourself enough time to make your BRU to Montreal flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
You can book a direct Brussels Airport to Montreal ticket. Begin your trip at BRU and end it at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Air Canada is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Brussels Airport to Montreal.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from BRU to Montreal. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
BRU is about 8 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Brussels Airport to Montreal? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near BRU:
Of all flights leaving Brussels Airport, 71.97% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Montreal
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Brussels Airport to Montreal flight is ₹ 31,342. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 47,855. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from BRU to Montreal, reserve your journey two months before your departure date.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on Brussels Airport to Montreal tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BRU to Montreal by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Brussels Airport to Montreal.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The distance from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is roughly 26 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Brussels Airport to Montreal, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near YUL:
Pick up a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car and explore Montreal and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks before your flight from BRU to Montreal can help you lock in the best possible rate.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Once your flight from Brussels Airport to Montreal has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Montreal is roughly 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near YHU. Settle in and get cosy after your BRU to Montreal flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Land, collect your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and drive off without missing a beat. Enterprise and Budget are top providers to select from here.
Generally, the sooner you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Lock in your ride from YHU once you know your travel dates.
Best time to go to Montreal
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Brussels Airport to Montreal. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel prices are usually higher and top attractions can get crowded. Visit Montreal in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your Brussels Airport to Montreal flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from BRU to Montreal in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Montreal
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Montreal right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Brussels Airport to Montreal:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Montreal Botanical Garden, Mount Royal Park and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are must-do's during your Montreal adventure.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Montreal. Around 499 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Around 153 kilometres west of Montreal, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.
