Travelling from Victoria to Montreal: what you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Victoria's main airports, Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH) or Victoria International Airport (YYJ). Explore the options for booking a flight from Victoria to Montreal taking off from either of these.
When it comes to arriving in Montreal, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is a primary hub. Another is St. Hubert Airport (YHU).
The average length of a direct flight from Victoria to Montreal is 4 hours 56 minutes. Montreal's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Montreal 3 hours ahead of Victoria.
With 2 flights a week between the two airports, Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Victoria to Montreal with Air Canada at 09:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from YYJ to YUL is with Air Canada at 09:00.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Victoria to Montreal. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
When flying domestically within Canada, you don't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to bring some form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked cheap flights from Victoria to Montreal, make sure your ID is up to date.
Flying from Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
You can book a direct flight from Victoria to Montreal jetting off from Victoria International Airport (YYJ). Start your journey at YYJ and arrive at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
When departing from YYJ, you can catch a direct flight from Victoria to Montreal with Air Canada.
The journey from central Victoria to YYJ takes approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Victoria to Montreal? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Victoria International Airport:
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Montreal. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 2 hours and 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Victoria to Montreal. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
The centre of Montreal is located around 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). After your flight from Victoria to Montreal has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to YHU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Victoria to Montreal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria to Montreal
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Victoria to Montreal is C$137. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$285. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book 10 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flights from Victoria to Montreal.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Victoria to Montreal. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Best time to go to Montreal
February is the quietest month for flights from Victoria to Montreal, while August is the busiest. Find the best time to visit Montreal based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Victoria to Montreal, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Victoria to Montreal in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Montreal
Once you've booked your flight from Victoria to Montreal, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Montreal:
Mount Royal Park and Montreal Botanical Garden are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Montreal must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Complete your Montreal trip with a car rental
Check out our lineup of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Victoria to Montreal. Whether you're searching for a compact ride, roomy sedan or something that makes a statement, you can easily compare companies in one go to get the best deal.
