Cheap flights to Montreal
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Quick summary
Country
Canada
Continent
North America
Airport
YUL
Currency
Canadian dollar
Time zone
UTC-5
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Quebec
Cheap flights to Montreal, a European-flavoured city in North America
Booking cheap flights to Montreal takes you to an island at the meeting point of the Saint Lawrence and Ottawa rivers, built around Mount Royal, the hill that gave the city its name. Montreal is a largely French-speaking metropolis on a continent that mostly speaks English: open with a "Bonjour" before switching to English, and expect metro signs and announcements in French only.
What makes it unique
A 17th-century old town, bagels and smoked meat, a festival calendar that peaks in summer and a winter life partly lived underground. Montreal has been a UNESCO City of Design since 2006 and counts 50 National Historic Sites of Canada, more than any other Canadian city.
Old Montreal
From Ville-Marie to the Old Port
Montreal was founded as Ville-Marie on 17 May 1642 and incorporated as a city in 1832. Its cobblestone streets still form the heart of Old Montréal, which runs down to the Old Port, where La Grande Roue de Montréal Ferris wheel turns above the river.
Notre-Dame Basilica
The great church of Old Montreal is famous for its gilded altar and deep blue vaulted ceiling. Guided tours of 20 or 60 minutes, in French and English, are included in admission; the longer one takes you up to the second balcony and into part of the crypt.
Below the streets
The Underground City, Montreal's winter secret
When Place Ville Marie opened in 1962, it became the first link of what is now the RESO, or Underground City, listed by Guinness World Records as the largest underground pedestrian network in the world. It connects about 2,000 shops, 200 restaurants, hotels and universities through more than 120 entrances, so you can cross downtown in January without stepping outside.
Festivals and neighbourhoods
A city that lives outdoors from June to August
Summer is high festival season. Montreal hosts the International Jazz Festival and Just for Laughs, often described as the largest festivals of their kind in the world, and Montreal Pride runs from late July to early August.
Where to go out
The Plateau Mont-Royal and Mile End are the trendy districts, while the Quartier Latin and Le Village fill up at night. Westmount is the upscale residential enclave on the slopes of the mountain.
Olympic legacy
Expo 67 and the 1976 Summer Olympics left their mark: Parc Jean-Drapeau occupies the Expo islands and houses the Montreal Casino, while the Olympic Stadium in Hochelaga-Maisonneuve sits next to the Biodome and the Botanical Garden.
On the plate
Bagels, smoked meat and markets
| Speciality | Where to try it |
|---|---|
| Montreal-style bagels | St-Viateur Bagel and Fairmount Bagel, the two historic rivals |
| Smoked meat | Schwartz's deli |
| Fresh produce | Jean-Talon Market in Little Italy and Atwater Market in the South West |
Outdoors
Mount Royal, the Lachine Canal and the islands
Climb Mount Royal park to the Kondiaronk lookout for the classic view over the downtown towers. Along the water, the Lachine Canal and Parc Jean-Drapeau are the city's open spaces. Bikes are allowed in the metro outside rush hours, up to two per car.
Getting there
Montréal-Trudeau Airport (YUL)
Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau
West of downtown on Autoroute 20. Bus 747 runs to the city centre on dedicated lanes, in up to an hour depending on traffic, and taxis charge a flat fare.
Getting around
The metro is safe and efficient, though stations and cars have no air conditioning. Driving downtown is not recommended, as parking rules are strictly enforced.
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When to go
Four very distinct seasons
Summer
The best time for festivals and terraces. July averages about 22 degrees C, with daytime highs around 27 degrees C, and it is the sunniest month.
Autumn
Mild, with fall foliage. October averages about 9 degrees C and is the wettest month of the year.
Winter
Humid continental and harsh: January averages about -9 degrees C and around two metres of snow fall each season. January and February are the coldest months.
Spring
Generally mild, with April averaging about 6 degrees C.
Beyond the city
Day trips from Montreal
Quebec City is 258 km away, 3 to 3.5 hours by train or car, and deserves two extra days. Ottawa, the federal capital, is 196 km by road. For mountains and skiing, Mont-Tremblant in the Laurentians is about three hours by bus, and the Eastern Townships are also within reach.
In pictures
Montreal in pictures
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about flights to Montreal
Which airport serves Montreal?
Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), west of downtown. Bus 747 links it to the centre in up to an hour depending on traffic.
When is the best time to visit Montreal?
June to August for festivals and outdoor life. Winter suits travellers who want snow, but January and February are extremely cold.
Do I need to speak French in Montreal?
No, but the city is largely French-speaking. Greeting people with "Bonjour" is appreciated, and metro signs and announcements are in French only.
How many days do you need in Montreal?
Three to four days for the city, plus two more if you want to visit Quebec City.
How much does a flight to Montreal usually cost?
It mostly depends on your departure city, the season and how far ahead you book. The "deals" section above shows real examples of prices already detected by SniperAir for this destination.
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