Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Montreal: what you need to know
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-4. The city is 6 hours behind Helsinki, where Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from HEL to Montreal.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from HEL to Montreal that includes a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
You will need an ETA for Canada if you hold a passport from Finland and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Montreal, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.
HEL is around 19 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 44 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near HEL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Montreal or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Montreal
C$474 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Montreal. Return flights start from C$991. These prices can change depending on availability.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from HEL to Montreal. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Montreal is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to show the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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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 your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 25 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to YUL if you're catching a late flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Montreal. Settle into 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). As soon as your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Montreal has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from HEL to Montreal, settle in at a hotel near YHU. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Montreal
August is the most popular month to board a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Montreal while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Montreal, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Before you book a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Montreal, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from HEL to Montreal in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Montreal
Once you've booked your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Montreal, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Montreal:
Mount Royal Park and Montreal Botanical Garden are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Montreal travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Complete your Montreal trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Montreal to track down deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find everything you need to know about car rentals in Montreal, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.