Cheap flights from Puerto Plata to Montreal

Flying out of Puerto Plata Airport

Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP), more commonly known as Puerto Plata Airport, is one of the top five busiest airports in the Dominican Republic. The airport is served by about twenty airlines, many of which fly direct to top tourist cities in Canada. Air Canada Rouge, Air Transat, and Sunwing Airlines all fly the nonstop route from Puerto Plata to Montreal. This route is the fourth-busiest passenger flight route at POP.

Puerto Plata Airport consists of one small passenger terminal which all the airlines share. At departures, there are ATMs, a currency exchange location, and a post office for your financial and business needs. There are also bars, multiple dining options, and a few small shops offering handcrafted Dominican Republic souvenirs. The airport is located about a half hour away from the city by car. Passengers travelling internationally to Montreal should aim to be at Puerto Plata Airport at least three hours before flight departure with a valid passport.

Montreal Airport Options

Though Montreal is technically home to two international airports, one is currently only open for cargo flights. The other airport, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), is the only gateway into the city by air. The airport consists of one passenger terminal with arrivals on the ground floor. The arrivals floor is split into three sections, for domestic, U.S., and international arrivals. At international arrivals, you will pass through customs and security checks, then be directed to collect your baggage for a secondary inspection. As YUL is one of Canada's busiest airports, the waiting time may be significant if you're arriving at peak times.

All ground transportation links can also be found on the ground floor. Four bus routes serve Montreal Airport, with certain routes only running on weekdays. If you're heading to downtown Montreal, the 747 Montreal-Trudeau/Downtown bus leaves from the airport four times an hour, seven days a week, and stops at eight spots in the downtown core. It costs $10 CAD for an all-day bus pass.

By car, a ride into downtown Montreal will take about a half hour in normal traffic conditions. Taxis are always available just outside the terminal and charge a flat rate of $40 CAD into the city centre. You can also use the Uber mobile app to search for a driver in the area. Uber drivers are permitted to pick up on the departures level at Door 6 only. There are also eight car rental companies with service counters at Montreal Airport, including Alamo and Enterprise. To check car availability and compare prices, search car rentals at YUL now through Skyscanner.

What to Expect in Montreal

Though Puerto Plata and Montreal are separated by over 2,800 km, the time difference between the two cities is minimal. You will gain an hour when flying from Puerto Plata to Montreal. The large geographical distance does, however, have a big effect on the weather. Puerto Plata's tropical climate means the city experiences hot summers and warm-to-hot weather the rest of the year. Though Montreal also has hot weather in the summers, the winter months are very cold. If you are visiting Montreal between November and March, be prepared for below-freezing temperatures, frost, and snow.