Flying from Montreal to Cairns Airport (CNS): What you need to know
Montreal's main base, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Montreal to Cairns Airport (CNS).
Cairns is 14 hours ahead of Montreal. Cairns Airport is located in Cairns, which runs on the UTC+10 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Montreal to CNS, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
YUL is about 26 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Montreal to Cairns Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport:
Of the departures from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Montreal to YHU in about 1 hour 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Montreal to CNS flight? Unwind in a hotel near St. Hubert Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
About Cairns Airport (CNS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to Cairns Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near CNS:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cairns Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast to explore Cairns and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Montreal to Cairns Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Cairns Airport to central Cairns is about 5 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Cairns Airport (CNS)
627 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Cairns Airport. Return flights start at 2.194 €. These fares can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Montreal to CNS, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Cairns Airport (CNS)
July is the most popular month for flights from Montreal to Cairns Airport (CNS). Visit Cairns in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Cairns is January, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Montreal to CNS plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
August has temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Montreal to Cairns Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Cairns
Once you've booked your flight from Montreal to Cairns Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Cairns:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Great Barrier Reef, Barrier Reef Park and Great Barrier Reef Liveaboard are must-visits when exploring Cairns.
Explore more of Australia
Townsville is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored after you've seen Cairns. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Reef HQ and Botanic Gardens.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Australia, consider North Ward, about 290 kilometres south-east of Cairns. The Strand Jetty, Ocean Siren Statue and The Drill Hall Studio are highlights.
