Flying from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to Montreal: what you need to know
Richmond (the location of Richmond International Airport) and Montreal are in the same timezone — UTC-5.
To avoid rushing for your RIC to Montreal flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from RIC to Montreal, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The journey from central Richmond to RIC takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Richmond International Airport to Montreal? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near RIC:
Of the departures from Richmond International Airport, 74% land on time at their destination.
RIC's address is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to Montreal
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Richmond International Airport to Montreal flight is ₹ 21,347. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 45,901. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from RIC to Montreal, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Richmond International Airport to Montreal across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an even better deal on cheap flights from RIC to Montreal.
Find an affordable flight from Richmond International Airport to Montreal with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is around 19 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Richmond International Airport to Montreal, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near YUL:
Booking your vehicle from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from RIC to Montreal can help you secure the lowest rate.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
The centre of Montreal is around 23 kilometres from Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU). After your flight from Richmond International Airport to Montreal has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
The journey will take about 1 hour on public transport.
Following your RIC to Montreal flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near YHU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left over, by reserving your ride from YHU in advance. You'll also avoid paying more than you have to, especially when the airport is busy.
Best time to go to Montreal
January is the quietest month for flights from Richmond International Airport to Montreal, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Montreal based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your Richmond International Airport to Montreal plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from RIC to Montreal around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
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 as soon as you've booked your flight from Richmond International Airport to Montreal:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Montreal Botanical Garden, Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are major attractions which should be on any good Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Canada you should also see. About 499 kilometres southwest of Montreal, a visit to Toronto will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like CN Tower, The Top CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum.
Ottawa is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres west of Montreal. No journey is complete without a visit to Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
