Travelling from Montreal to Orlando: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Orlando departing from here.
Hop off the plane at Orlando International Airport (MCO), the primary gateway of Orlando.
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 27 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Montreal to Orlando. These two cities are in the same timezone — UTC-4.
The busiest route for flights from Montreal to Orlando is from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Orlando International Airport (MCO). You can choose from 37 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going first thing, the earliest flight from YUL to MCO is the 06:15 Air Transat option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 18:40 with Air Canada.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Montreal to Orlando. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like a public holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
If you have a passport from Canada and are travelling to United States for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on the duration of your stay and are subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap flight from Montreal to Orlando.
Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You can get a direct flight from Montreal to Orlando jetting off from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Start your journey at YUL and touch down at Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Air Canada is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Montreal to Orlando jetting out of YUL.
YUL is about 26 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Montreal to Orlando or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) to the centre of Orlando takes around 22 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Montreal to Orlando. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MCO instead:
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
Central Orlando is around 48 kilometres from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). As soon as your flight from Montreal to Orlando has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 36 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 2 hours and 3 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Montreal to Orlando, kick back at a hotel close to SFB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Orlando
Right now, C$221 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Orlando. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$323. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from Montreal to Orlando by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Montreal to Orlando. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Best time to go to Orlando
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Montreal to Orlando. July is the most popular month to travel to Orlando. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Orlando is July, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Montreal to Orlando in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Montreal to Orlando in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Orlando
Start your Orlando trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Montreal to Orlando, browse our range of hotels including:
Universal Orlando Resort and Universal's Islands of Adventure are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Orlando to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Lake Eola Park.
Complete your Orlando trip with a car rental
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