Flying from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Montreal: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Edmonton International Airport to Montreal is 4 hours 38 minutes.
Edmonton International Airport is located in Edmonton. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Montreal is 2 hours ahead of Edmonton.
The most popular route is from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). You can select from 38 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from YEG to YUL is the 00:05 Air Canada service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 14:15 with WestJet.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from YEG to Montreal. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Direct flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Montreal are available for booking. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) will be where your journey ends.
You'll have your choice of carriers that operate direct flights from Edmonton International Airport to Montreal. Head off on your trip with any of these:
You won't need your passport or a visa to fly within Canada. You will need a valid identity document however, such as a driver's licence or an ID card. Make sure they're on your packing checklist once you've booked your flight tickets from Edmonton International Airport to Montreal.
Travelling from central Edmonton to YEG takes around 1 hour and 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 34 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Montreal? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to YEG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Montreal
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Edmonton International Airport to Montreal is C$80. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$290. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from YEG to Montreal, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of your departure.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Edmonton International Airport to Montreal. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is approximately 26 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 2 hours and 15 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Edmonton International Airport to Montreal, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting 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 disembarked your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Montreal, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to YHU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from YEG to Montreal:
Best time to go to Montreal
August is the busiest month for flights from Edmonton International Airport to Montreal. To escape the crowds, head to Montreal in February when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Montreal for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from YEG to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Montreal
Once you've booked your flight from Edmonton International 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:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are essential stops on your Montreal itinerary.
Complete your Montreal trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Montreal and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare options in one place to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Edmonton International Airport to Montreal.