Flying from Montreal to Richmond International Airport (RIC): What you need to know
Richmond International Airport is located in Richmond. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Montreal.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Montreal to RIC. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey from central Montreal to YUL takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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65% of flights that depart Montreal-Trudeau International Airport reach their destination on time.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
You can get to YHU from the centre of Montreal in approximately 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour to cover the 23 kilometres or so.
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About Richmond International Airport (RIC)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to Richmond International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near RIC:
Pick up a Richmond International Airport rental car and explore Richmond and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Budget and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Montreal to Richmond International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Getting from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to central Richmond
Central Richmond is around 14 kilometres from Richmond International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Richmond International Airport (RIC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Richmond International Airport is 206 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 370 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Montreal to RIC. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Montreal to Richmond International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Richmond International Airport (RIC)
October is the busiest month for flights from Montreal to Richmond International Airport (RIC). Plan your visit to Richmond in September for a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Montreal to RIC plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Richmond, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Montreal to Richmond International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Richmond
Once you've booked your flight from Montreal to Richmond International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Richmond:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Black History Museum & Cultural Centre of Virginia, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and Virginia Museum of History & Culture are essential stops on your Richmond itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Richmond, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey about 209 kilometres north to Baltimore to tick off its top sights. From National Aquarium to Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in the United States, head for Washington DC, roughly 161 kilometres north of Richmond. Lincoln Memorial, The White House and Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History are highlights.
