Travelling from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Montreal: what you need to know
Montreal is 1 hour behind Recife, where Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is located. Montreal operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from REC to Montreal, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying over a peak time like June? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll need a visa for Canada if you have a passport from Brazil and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Montreal, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
The journey from central Recife to REC takes around 1 hour and 17 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 34 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near REC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Montreal or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Montreal
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Montreal is C$541. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,165. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from REC to Montreal. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to the centre of Montreal takes about 25 minutes by car. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
It takes around 2 hours and 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Montreal, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YUL:
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is around 40 kilometres from central Montreal. Once you've hopped off your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Montreal, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near YHU. Settle in and get cozy after your flight from REC to Montreal at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Montreal
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Montreal. August is the most popular month for a trip to Montreal. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Montreal in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Search for cheap flights from REC to Montreal around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Montreal, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are essential stops on your Montreal itinerary.
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