Travelling from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Montreal: what you need to know
Around 3 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Montreal.
Montreal's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Fort Myers (the location of Southwest Florida International Airport).
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your RSW to Montreal flight.
Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Begin your journey at RSW and travel nonstop to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Southwest Florida International Airport to Montreal tickets.
Look out for deals with Porter Airlines. This airline has direct flights from Southwest Florida International Airport to Montreal.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from RSW to Montreal with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
RSW is about 16 kilometres from central Fort Myers. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Montreal? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near RSW:
77.32% of flights leaving from Southwest Florida International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
The address for RSW is 11000 Terminal Access Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Montreal
107 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Southwest Florida International Airport to Montreal flight. A return ticket right now is 261 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from RSW to Montreal.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is around 26 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to YUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Montreal. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Follow your own route with a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and chase adventure across Montreal and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from RSW to Montreal.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
The centre of Montreal is located around 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). After your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Montreal has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
After stepping off your RSW to Montreal flight, rest your head at a hotel close to YHU. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Why wait around for a cab? A St. Hubert Airport rental car lets you start your journey right away. Roll down your windows and hit the road with a set of wheels from Enterprise or Budget.
Usually, the earlier you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Lock in your ride from YHU as soon as your plans are confirmed.
Best time to go to Montreal
Visit Montreal during peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Southwest Florida International Airport to Montreal during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Southwest Florida International Airport to Montreal plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Search for cheap tickets from RSW to Montreal in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
More about Montreal
After booking your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Montreal, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Montreal:
Montreal Botanical Garden and Mount Royal Park are a couple of top attractions to put on your Montreal must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres south-west of Montreal, a trip to Toronto will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Ottawa is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres west of Montreal. No trip is complete without dropping by Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.