Travelling from Montreal to Osaka: what you need to know
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is Montreal's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Montreal to Osaka taking off from here.
Come in for landing at Kansai International Airport (KIX), the primary hub in Osaka.
To ensure you get on your flight from Montreal to Osaka, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You don't need a visa for Japan if you have a passport from Canada and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before reserving your cheap flights from Montreal to Osaka, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest rules.
Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
YUL is around 26 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking 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 Osaka, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka is approximately 48 kilometres. It takes about 44 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Consider staying in a hotel close to KIX if you're catching a late flight from Montreal to Osaka. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Itami Airport (ITM)
The centre of Osaka is about 16 kilometres from Itami Airport (ITM). As soon as your flight from Montreal to Osaka has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 18 minutes.
There are some comfortable hotels to park your luggage (and yourself) near ITM. Tuck yourself in after your flight from Montreal to Osaka at any of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Osaka
C$682 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Osaka. A return flight starts at C$1,282. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Montreal to Osaka, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
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Best time to go to Osaka
June is the busiest month for flights from Montreal to Osaka. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Osaka in April.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Montreal to Osaka in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from Montreal to Osaka around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Osaka
After booking your flight from Montreal to Osaka, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Osaka:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are must-visits when exploring Osaka.
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