Travelling from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Montreal: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 7 hours 20 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Montreal.
Marseille Provence Airport is located in Marseille. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Montreal is 5 hours behind Marseille.
The busiest route is from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). There are 4 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MRS to YUL is the 09:20 Air Transat service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 13:35 with Air Transat.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from MRS to Montreal. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Montreal that lands at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Air Transat is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Montreal.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for flights from MRS to Montreal, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
You'll need an ETA for Canada if you hold a passport from France and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Marseille Provence Airport to Montreal, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.
Central Marseille to MRS is approximately 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near MRS. Whether you're catching an early flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Montreal or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Montreal
248 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Marseille Provence Airport to Montreal. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 311 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Book 1 month before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MRS to Montreal.
The cheapest month for tickets from Marseille Provence Airport to Montreal is September. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal takes about 25 minutes by car. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 2 hours and 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Montreal. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Montreal. Following your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Montreal, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near YHU. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from MRS to Montreal at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Montreal
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Montreal. August is the busiest month for a trip to Montreal. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Montreal in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from MRS to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Montreal, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Mount Royal Park and Montreal Botanical Garden are a couple of major attractions to add to your Montreal itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
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