Travelling from Columbus to Montreal: what you need to know
Columbus's main base, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Columbus to Montreal.
Hop off the plane at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), the chief entry point to Montreal.
Columbus and Montreal are in the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Leave enough time to get on your Columbus to Montreal flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Montreal
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Columbus to Montreal flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
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Flying from Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for Columbus to Montreal flights leaving from John Glenn Columbus International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Columbus, CMH can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Columbus to Montreal? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to John Glenn Columbus International Airport:
When it comes to John Glenn Columbus International Airport's on-time performance, 79.5% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometers away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near YUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Columbus to Montreal. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals to explore Montreal and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
The street address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
After your flight from Columbus to Montreal has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Montreal is approximately 26 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU).
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Pick up a St. Hubert Airport rental car and set the course for your next destination. You can choose from top rental outlets like Enterprise and Budget.
Usually, the sooner you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Lock in your ride from YHU as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Best time to go to Montreal
August is the busiest month for flights from Columbus to Montreal. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Montreal in February.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Columbus to Montreal ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap flights from Columbus to Montreal in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
More about Montreal
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Montreal right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Columbus to Montreal:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be explored. About 499 kilometres south-west of Montreal, a visit to Toronto will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Canada, head for Ottawa, about 153 kilometres west of Montreal. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are key highlights.