Travelling from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL): what you need to know
Montreal is one hour behind Rio De Janeiro and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your GIG to YUL flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between GIG and YUL include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Miami International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
At the moment, 232 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 494 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GIG to YUL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from GIG to YUL.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
79.57% of flights departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near GIG:
Arriving at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
Grab a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car and explore Montreal and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to the centre of Montreal has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 2 hours 15 minutes.
When to fly to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The quietest month for a flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Montreal based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport for July if you want to go to Montreal during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GIG to YUL in January. Temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Montreal. Around 499 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Canada, head for Ottawa, about 153 kilometres west of Montreal. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are the start of reasons to visit.