Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Montreal: what you need to know
Around 4 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Calgary International Airport to Montreal.
Montreal is two hours ahead of Calgary, where Calgary International Airport is located. Montreal runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
With 39 flights a week between the two airports, Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the busiest route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 00:50. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from YYC to YUL is with Air Canada at 23:50.
To avoid missing your YYC to Montreal flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Direct Calgary International Airport to Montreal tickets are available for booking. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is where you'll disembark.
You'll find a good selection of carriers operating direct flights from Calgary International Airport to Montreal, including:
The journey from central Calgary to YYC takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Montreal? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to YYC:
65.39% of flights that leave from Calgary International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Montreal
₹ 8,506 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Montreal flight. A return flight ticket right now is ₹ 20,778. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Lock in cheap flights from YYC to Montreal by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Calgary International Airport to Montreal tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to the centre of Montreal takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Calgary International Airport to Montreal. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and discover more of Montreal and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from YYC 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 Calgary International Airport to Montreal has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
After stepping off your YYC to Montreal flight, rest your head at a hotel near YHU. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Land, collect your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and drive off without skipping a beat. Enterprise and Budget are trusted companies to select from here.
Avoid the slow-moving lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from YHU a few weeks in advance so you can just pick up the keys and get on your way.
Best time to go to Montreal
Before locking in your flights from Calgary International Airport to Montreal, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Montreal offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your Calgary International Airport to Montreal flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from YYC to Montreal around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Montreal right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Calgary International Airport to Montreal:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Montreal Botanical Garden, Mount Royal Park and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are top sights which should be on any well-planned Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Montreal, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Journey around 499 kilometres south-west to Toronto to check off its leading sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Canada, consider Ottawa, roughly 153 kilometres west of Montreal. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are key reasons to visit.