Flying from Montreal to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll leave from in Montreal. Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Reykjavik departing from here.
Touch down at Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF), the major arrival point in Reykjavik.
Around 5 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Montreal to Reykjavik flight.
Reykjavik's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Reykjavik five hours ahead of Montreal.
Choose from two services a week between Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) and Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF). YUL to KEF is the most popular route when booking flights from Montreal to Reykjavik.
Leave plenty of time to make your Montreal to Reykjavik flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Reykjavik
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
You can book a direct flight from Montreal to Reykjavik leaving from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL). Start your journey at YUL and touch down at Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF).
Lock in your Montreal to Reykjavik plane tickets with Air Canada. This carrier is a popular option for direct flights from YUL.
Located around 16 kilometres from central Montreal, YUL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Montreal to Reykjavik, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
67% of flights leaving from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
The distance from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Montreal to Reykjavik. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Reykjavik Keflavik Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and discover more of Reykjavik and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport around four weeks in advance of your Montreal to Reykjavik flight.
Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV)
Once your flight from Montreal to Reykjavik has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV).
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 20 minutes or so.
After your flight from Montreal to Reykjavik, settle in at a hotel close to RKV. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Reykjavik Domestic Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Europcar, RAS Car Rental or Hertz and be on your way in a flash.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Montreal to Reykjavik. August is the busiest month to travel to Reykjavik. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Book your Montreal to Reykjavik ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Montreal to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
Once you've booked your flight from Montreal to Reykjavik, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Aurora Reykjavík - The Northern Lights Centre, Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre and Sun Voyager are must-do's during your Reykjavik adventure.
Explore more of Iceland
You've seen Reykjavik, now it's time to explore other parts of Iceland. Journey around 5 kilometres south to Kópavogur to check off its leading sights. From Heidmork Nature Reserve to Peningagja-Nikulasargja Gorge and Digraneskirkja, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Iceland, consider Hafnarfjörður, roughly 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. Vidistadatun Sculpture Park, Ytri Tunga Beach and Helgafell are key highlights.