Flying from Brussels to Montreal: what you need to know
Brussels has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Brussels to Montreal leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the primary gateway where you can land in Montreal.
A direct flight from Brussels to Montreal takes on average 7 hours 48 minutes. The timezone in Montreal is UTC-4, which is 5 hours behind Brussels.
Brussels Airport (BRU) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 11 flights a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Brussels to Montreal is with Air Canada at 10:10. Choose the first BRU to YUL departure operated by Air Transat at 09:30 if you want to get going early.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Brussels to Montreal.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You will need an ETA for Canada if you have a passport from Belgium and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before you lock in those cheap flights from Brussels to Montreal, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Flying from Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
You can catch a direct flight from Brussels to Montreal leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU). Begin your journey at BRU and end it at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
If you want to leave from BRU, you can catch a direct flight from Brussels to Montreal with Air Canada.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Brussels to Montreal leaving from Brussels Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Brussels, BRU can be reached in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport takes roughly 39 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Brussels Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Brussels to Montreal or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Break up your flight from Brussels to Montreal with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between Brussels Airport and Montreal include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can arrive at CRL from the centre of Brussels in about 56 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 37 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
It's your vacation, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your flight from Brussels to Montreal:
Arriving 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 car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to YUL if you have a late flight from Brussels to Montreal. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Central Montreal is around 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). Once your flight from Brussels to Montreal has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take about 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to YHU. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Brussels to Montreal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Montreal
Currently, C$350 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Montreal. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$666. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flights from Brussels to Montreal.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Brussels to Montreal. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Best time to go to Montreal
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Brussels to Montreal. August is the most popular month to visit Montreal. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Schedule your flight from Brussels to Montreal for July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Montreal to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Brussels to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Montreal
Once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Montreal, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Montreal:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are must-do's during your Montreal adventure.
Complete your Montreal trip with a car rental
Discover our range of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Brussels to Montreal. Whether you're after an SUV, a compact ride or something in between, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.
