Flying from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Montreal: what you need to know
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-4. The city is 3 hours ahead of Nanaimo, where Nanaimo Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from YCD to Montreal.
Flying over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
When flying domestically within Canada, you don't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to present another kind of identification, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked flight tickets from Nanaimo Airport to Montreal, make sure your ID is up to date.
The journey from central Nanaimo to YCD takes about 1 hour and 19 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Nanaimo Airport to Montreal? Stay at a hotel close to YCD, like Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oyster Bay Ladysmith. Kiwi Cove Lodge will also have you moments from your departure gate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Montreal
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Nanaimo Airport to Montreal is C$218. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$455. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YCD to Montreal if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a ticket from Nanaimo Airport to Montreal.
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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 around 25 minutes.
It takes around 2 hours and 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Nanaimo Airport to Montreal. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
The centre of Montreal is approximately 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). As soon as your flight from Nanaimo Airport to Montreal has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near YHU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from YCD to Montreal:
Best time to go to Montreal
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Nanaimo 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.
Before booking a flight from Nanaimo 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.
Search for cheap flights from YCD to Montreal in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Montreal
After locking in your flight from Nanaimo Airport to Montreal, think about where you want 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 popular attractions to add to your Montreal to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Complete your Montreal trip with a car rental
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