Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Montreal: what you need to know
Montreal is four hours behind Glasgow, where Glasgow International Airport is located. Montreal follows the UTC-4 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your GLA to Montreal flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from GLA to Montreal with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Montreal? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near GLA:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Montreal
P22,239 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Montreal flight. A return plane ticket right now is P34,657. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from GLA to Montreal if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Montreal throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Snapping up a cheap flight from GLA to Montreal is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a cheaper option becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Montreal by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to the centre of Montreal takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometers away.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Book a hotel near YUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow International Airport to Montreal. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Grab a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car and discover Montreal and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are well-known companies to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from GLA to Montreal.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
The centre of Montreal is around 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). Once your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Montreal has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near YHU. Unwind and get cosy after your GLA to Montreal flight at any of these well-located options:
Touch down, collect your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and hit the road without missing a beat. Enterprise and Budget are well-known outlets to pick from here.
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from YHU in advance so you can just grab the keys and get going.
Best time to go to Montreal
Before locking in your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Montreal, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Montreal offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your Glasgow International Airport to Montreal plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from GLA to Montreal around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Montreal, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Montreal:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Montreal Botanical Garden, Mount Royal Park and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are top sights which should be on every Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Montreal, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Journey about 499 kilometers south-west to Toronto to check off its top sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Canada, consider Ottawa, about 153 kilometers west of Montreal. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are key highlights.
