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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lyon to Montreal flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Alternative Lyon to Montreal routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Lyon to Montreal? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Lyon to Montreal: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP14,270
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time8 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airlineAir Transat
Average flights per week27

Finding cheap flights from Lyon to Montreal: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Montreal: Montreal St Hubert, Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau and Montreal Mirabel.
The best price we found for a return flight from Lyon to Montreal is P14,270. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
8 hours and 23 minutes is the average flight time from Lyon to Montreal.
Air Transat, Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd and Air Canada fly direct from Lyon to Montreal.
As of May 2025, there are 27 flights per week flying from Lyon to Montreal.
The cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Montreal is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Lyon Airport, the cheapest airport near Montreal is Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau – which is 16.1 km away from the centre of Montreal. We've found flights into this airport from P14,270.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lyon Airport to Montreal on Tuesday, 3 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 23 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Montreal but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Montreal is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. July is typically the warmest month in Montreal, when it usually averages around 25°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -17°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Brussels Airlines and Air Transat offer the cheapest flight tickets to Montreal.

Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Montreal: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 7 hours 11 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal.

  • Montreal is 5 hours behind Lyon, where Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located. Montreal operates on the UTC-4 timezone.

  • The most popular route is from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). You can select from 19 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LYS to YUL is the 09:45 Air Transat service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 14:20 with Air Transat.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from LYS to Montreal.

  • During popular months such as September, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • You can catch a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal that lands at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).

  • Book your ticket with Air Canada. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing flights from LYS to Montreal, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)

  • You will need an ETA for Canada if you hold a passport from France and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.

  • Travelling from central Lyon to LYS takes around 47 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery 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 close to LYS:

How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Montreal

  • P16,987 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P14,270. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Get cheap tickets from LYS to Montreal by booking 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal is June. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.

  • Locking in a cheap ticket from LYS to Montreal couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Airports in Montreal

Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

  • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Montreal. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 25 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 2 hours and 15 minutes if you're using public transport.

  • Book a hotel near YUL if you're catching a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

St. Hubert Airport (YHU)

Best time to go to Montreal

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal. August is the most popular month to visit Montreal. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Look for cheap flights from LYS to Montreal sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Montreal

  • Start your Montreal trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal, browse our range of accommodation options including:

  • 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 top attractions which should be on every Montreal itinerary.

Complete your Montreal trip with a car rental

  • Finding you a cheap flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal isn't the only trick up our sleeve. Check out our car rentals in Montreal and explore the city on your own terms. We search for deals from trusted car rental companies and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.

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