Travelling from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Montreal: what you need to know
Murtala Muhammed International Airport is located in Lagos. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Montreal is 5 hours behind Lagos.
To ensure you get on your flight from LOS to Montreal, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
We make it easy to find a flight from LOS to Montreal with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
If you have a passport from Nigeria, you will need an embassy visa to visit Canada. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Montreal for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.
LOS is around 14 kilometres from central Lagos. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving 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 trip time to be around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near LOS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Montreal or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Montreal
C$1,038 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Montreal. A return flight starts at C$1,337. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from LOS to Montreal. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
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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 central Montreal. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 25 minutes.
It takes roughly 2 hours and 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Montreal. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Once your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Montreal has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Montreal is approximately 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near YHU. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from LOS to Montreal at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Montreal
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Montreal while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Montreal, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Montreal in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from LOS to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
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. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to 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-visits when exploring Montreal.
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