Flying from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Montreal: what you need to know
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-4. The city is three hours ahead of Sacramento, where Sacramento International Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your SMF to Montreal flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from SMF to Montreal with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Sacramento, SMF can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
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Sacramento International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 82.15% of flights that take off from SMF arrive at their destination as scheduled.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Montreal
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Montreal flight is ₹ 29,008. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 44,063. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from SMF to Montreal. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is around 26 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Book a hotel near YUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Sacramento International Airport to Montreal. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want 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 lowest price by booking your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks before your flight from SMF to Montreal.
The street address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Central Montreal is around 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). After your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Montreal has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near YHU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your SMF to Montreal flight:
Why waste time waiting for a cab? A St. Hubert Airport rental car lets you get moving right away. Roll down your windows and hit the open road with a set of wheels from Enterprise or Budget.
Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from YHU ahead of time so you can simply collect the keys and drive away.
Best time to go to Montreal
Before scheduling your flights from Sacramento International Airport to Montreal, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Montreal offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Book a Sacramento International Airport to Montreal flight ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SMF 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 locking in your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Montreal:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know 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
Montreal has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada you should also see. About 499 kilometres south-west of Montreal, a trip to Toronto will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Canada, head for Ottawa, roughly 153 kilometres west of Montreal. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are among the biggest draws.
