Travelling from Montreal to Gander International Airport (YQX): what you need to know
Countless great adventures start at one of Montreal's main airports, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) or St. Hubert Airport (YHU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Gander International Airport (YQX) leaving from either of these bases.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 17 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Montreal to Gander International Airport.
The timezone in Gander is UTC-3:30, which is 1 hour 30 minutes ahead of Montreal. Gander International Airport is located in Gander.
The busiest route is from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Gander International Airport (YQX), with 3 direct services every week. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YUL to YQX is the 13:00 Air Canada service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 13:05 with Air Canada.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Montreal to YQX.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Montreal to Gander International Airport (YQX) take off from this terminal.
Air Canada is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Montreal to Gander International Airport taking off from YUL.
YUL is roughly 26 kilometres from central Montreal. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the best route and available public transport options.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Montreal to Gander International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
About Gander International Airport (YQX)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to Gander International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YQX instead:
Getting from Gander International Airport (YQX) to central Gander
Gander International Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Gander. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Gander International Airport (YQX)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Montreal to Gander International Airport from C$239 or travel return from just C$452. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
8 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to lock in flight tickets from Montreal to YQX.
The cheapest month for tickets from Montreal to Gander International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Gander International Airport (YQX)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Montreal to Gander International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Gander, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Gander is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC and 25ºC. Book your flights from Montreal to YQX in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Travel in February for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -13ºC and 0ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Montreal to Gander International Airport.
More about Gander
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Gander right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Montreal to Gander International Airport:
Silent Witness Memorial and Thomas Howe Demonstration Forest are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Gander itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Gander Splash Pad.
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