Flying from Montreal to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA): What you need to know
Montreal's main base, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Montreal to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA).
The timezone in Porto Alegre is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of Montreal. Salgado Filho International Airport is located in Porto Alegre.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Montreal to POA. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey from central Montreal to YUL takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Montreal to Salgado Filho International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
YHU is about 40 kilometres from central Montreal. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near St. Hubert Airport the day before your Montreal to POA flight:
About Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to Salgado Filho International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near POA:
Follow your own route with a Salgado Filho International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Localiza, Foco or Movida and see more of Porto Alegre and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks in advance of your Montreal to Salgado Filho International Airport flight.
Getting from Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to central Porto Alegre
Salgado Filho International Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Porto Alegre. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It takes around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
Currently, 286 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Salgado Filho International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 591 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Montreal to POA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Affordable Montreal to Salgado Filho International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
May is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA), while October is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Porto Alegre based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Montreal to POA plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in Porto Alegre, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Montreal to Salgado Filho International Airport in July when temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Porto Alegre
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Porto Alegre right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Montreal to Salgado Filho International Airport:
Your trip to Porto Alegre should come with a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions you won't want to miss include Botanical Gardens, Centro Historico Cultural Santa Casa and Pinacoteca.
Explore more of Brazil
Porto Alegre has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Brazil just waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometres south-west of Porto Alegre, a visit to Pelotas will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Grande Hotel de Pelotas, Centro histórico de Pelotas and Praça Dom Joaquim.
Santa Maria is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 257 kilometres west of Porto Alegre. No journey is complete without a visit to Memorial of Japanese Immigration and Culture, Municipal Park Hills and Calçadão Salvador Isaia.
