Travelling from Medellin to Montreal: what you need to know
Medellin's main base, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Medellin to Montreal.
Hop off the plane at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), the chief entry point to Montreal.
Montreal is one hour ahead of Medellin and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Medellin to Montreal flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Montreal
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap Medellin to Montreal flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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Flying from Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Medellin to Montreal flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
MDE is about 18 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Medellin to Montreal? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport:
When it comes to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport's on-time performance, 69.76% of flights complete their journey on time.
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
It usually takes 45 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to YUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Medellin to Montreal. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and experience more of Montreal and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Montreal. Once you've disembarked your flight from Medellin to Montreal, it takes approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Touch down, grab your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and drive away without missing a beat. Enterprise and Budget are top outlets to take your pick of here.
Get your ideal vehicle, not just what's left, by booking your ride from YHU in advance. You'll also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially when demand is high.
Best time to go to Montreal
February is the quietest month for flights from Medellin to Montreal, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Montreal based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Medellin to Montreal tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. 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). Look for cheap flights from Medellin to Montreal around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
Once you've booked your flight from Medellin to Montreal, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Montreal:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Montreal. Around 499 kilometres to the south-west, check out popular attractions including CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Around 153 kilometres west of Montreal, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.