Flying from Montreal to Houston: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Houston departing from here.
Arrive in Houston at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
The average duration of a direct flight from Montreal to Houston is 4 hours 18 minutes. Houston's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Houston 1 hour behind Montreal.
The busiest route for flights from Montreal to Houston is from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Take your pick of 11 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going first thing, the earliest flight from YUL to IAH is the 08:10 Air Canada service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 18:20 with Air Canada.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Montreal to Houston.
If you're heading away during a public holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
You can enter United States for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Canada. But before reserving your cheap flight from Montreal to Houston, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for business or other reasons.
Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Montreal to Houston, they're available from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Travel from YUL to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) without any stops.
Air Canada is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Montreal to Houston jetting out of YUL.
YUL is about 26 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Montreal to Houston, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to the centre of Houston takes around 20 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 49 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to IAH if you're catching a late flight from Montreal to Houston. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
As soon as your flight from Montreal to Houston has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 22 minutes by car. Central Houston is approximately 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour and 42 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to HOU. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Montreal to Houston:
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Houston
C$311 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Houston. A return flight starts from C$535. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To secure cheap flights from Montreal to Houston, book your trip 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Montreal to Houston. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Best time to go to Houston
February is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Houston, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Houston based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Montreal to Houston, think about the type of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Houston, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 40ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Montreal to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC and 19ºC.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Montreal to Houston, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park are essential stops on your Houston itinerary.
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