Travelling from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Montreal: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Montreal and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-4. The city is five hours behind Nice, where Cote D'Azur Airport is located.
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most traveled route, with four departures a week to pick from. You can travel from NCE to YUL at 12:10 with Air Canada.
To avoid rushing for your NCE to Montreal flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
You can book a direct Cote D'Azur Airport to Montreal ticket. Begin your journey at NCE and end it at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Book your favourite seat with Air Canada. This airline offers direct flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Montreal.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from NCE 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 options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)
NCE is around 6 kilometres from central Nice. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near NCE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Montreal or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cote D'Azur Airport, data shows 74.5% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Montreal
₹ 25,824 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cote D'Azur Airport to Montreal flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is ₹ 42,178. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Montreal, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near YUL:
Pick up a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car and discover Montreal and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from NCE to Montreal.
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is roughly 40 kilometres from central Montreal. Once you've hopped off your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Montreal, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Following your NCE to Montreal flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to YHU. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Pick up a St. Hubert Airport rental car and make your journey as spontaneous as you want. You can choose from popular rental outlets like Enterprise and Budget.
Usually, the earlier you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Secure your ride from YHU as soon as your plans are confirmed.
Best time to go to Montreal
Visit Montreal during the high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Montreal in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your Cote D'Azur Airport to Montreal flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from NCE to Montreal in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Montreal
Once you've booked your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Montreal, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Montreal:
Montreal Botanical Garden and Mount Royal Park are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Montreal must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Montreal, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Travel about 499 kilometres south-west to Toronto to check off its top attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, your itinerary will be busy.
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.
