Flying from Montreal to Orlando: what you need to know
Montreal's main base, Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Montreal to Orlando.
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the primary point of entry to Orlando.
Take a direct Montreal to Orlando flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
Montreal and Orlando follow the same timezone, UTC-5.
With 21 flights a week between the two airports, Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Montreal to Orlando with Air Transat at 06:15. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest flight from YUL to MCO is with Air Canada at 20:30.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Montreal to Orlando flight.
Flying over a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Orlando
To pick up cheap Montreal to Orlando flights, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
Set out from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) on a nonstop flight from Montreal to Orlando. From YUL, you can land directly at Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Air Canada is a popular carrier that offers direct Montreal to Orlando plane tickets from YUL.
YUL is about 16 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Montreal to Orlando, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport's on-time performance, 67% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The distance from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there on public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near MCO if you're coming in on a late flight from Montreal to Orlando. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Orlando International Airport rental car and discover Orlando and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sonic, Dollar and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Orlando International Airport about two weeks in advance of your Montreal to Orlando flight.
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB)
Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB) is about 31 kilometres from central Orlando. Once you've disembarked your flight from Montreal to Orlando, it takes approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to SFB. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Montreal to Orlando:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting a Orlando Sanford Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from SFB one week in advance often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Orlando
April is the busiest month for flights from Montreal to Orlando. To skip the crowds, visit Orlando in March.
The warmest month in Orlando is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Montreal to Orlando ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Montreal to Orlando in January when temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Orlando
After booking your flight from Montreal to Orlando, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Orlando:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Hogwarts Castle, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Orlando Resort are top sights which should feature on every Orlando itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Orlando, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey around 193 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its top attractions. From St. John's Cathedral to MOCA (Museum Of Contemporary Art), Jacksonville and Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, your itinerary will be busy.
Miami is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 322 kilometres south of Orlando. No journey is complete without a visit to Close Beach, Ocean Dr and Port of Miami.