Flying from Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ) to Montreal: what you need to know
Montreal is 5 hours behind Biarritz, where Biarritz Pays Basque Airport is located. Montreal operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from BIQ to Montreal. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for flights from BIQ to Montreal, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
If you hold a passport from France, you will need an ETA to visit Canada. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Biarritz Pays Basque Airport to Montreal for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before flying.
BIQ is around 5 kilometres from central Biarritz. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 11 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 42 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near BIQ. Whether you're catching an early flight from Biarritz Pays Basque Airport to Montreal or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ) to Montreal
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Biarritz Pays Basque Airport to Montreal is C$478. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$864. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BIQ to Montreal. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Biarritz Pays Basque Airport to Montreal across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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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 the centre of Montreal. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Book a hotel near YUL if you have a late flight from Biarritz Pays Basque Airport to Montreal. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Once your flight from Biarritz Pays Basque Airport to Montreal has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Montreal is approximately 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU).
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour and 45 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from BIQ to Montreal, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to YHU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Montreal
August is the most popular month for flights from Biarritz Pays Basque Airport to Montreal. To skip the crowds, head for Montreal in February when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Biarritz Pays Basque Airport to Montreal for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from BIQ 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
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Montreal right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Biarritz Pays Basque Airport to Montreal:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are leading attractions which should be on any good Montreal itinerary.
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