Flying from Montreal to Blue Grass Airport (LEX): What you need to know
Blue Grass Airport is located in Lexington. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Montreal.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Montreal to LEX.
Flying over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
YUL is about 19 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Montreal-Trudeau International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Montreal to Blue Grass Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, 65% of flights complete their journey on time.
YUL's address is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
With public transport, you can travel from central Montreal to YHU in about 1 hour. The airport is roughly 23 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Montreal to LEX flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Montreal Metropolitan Airport:
About Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
Have a late flight from Montreal to Blue Grass Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near LEX and get cosy, quick:
LEX is located at 4000 Terminal Drive, Suite 206.
Getting from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to central Lexington
From Blue Grass Airport, central Lexington is around 10 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
Right now, ₹ 22,227 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Blue Grass Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 39,426. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Montreal to LEX. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Montreal to Blue Grass Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
October is the busiest month for flights from Montreal to Blue Grass Airport (LEX). Visit Lexington in January for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Lexington is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 32ºC. Book your Montreal to LEX plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between -8ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Montreal to Blue Grass Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Lexington
Once you've booked your flight from Montreal to Blue Grass Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Lexington:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Kentucky Horse Park, Keeneland Association Inc and James E. Pepper Distillery are leading attractions which should be on any good Lexington itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Lexington, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey around 257 kilometres northeast to Columbus to check off its top sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Easton Town Centre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 241 kilometres northwest of Lexington, Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.