Flying from Montreal to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU): What you need to know
Your adventure begins at one of Montreal's main airports, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) or St. Hubert Airport (YHU). Explore your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) departing from either of these bases.
Grande Prairie Airport is located in Grande Prairie. The city runs on the UTC-6 timezone and is two hours behind Montreal.
To ensure you get on your flight from Montreal to YQU, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
In high season, expect longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey from central Montreal to YUL takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Montreal to Grande Prairie Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
64.89% of flights that take off from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
YHU is around 40 kilometres from central Montreal. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Montreal to YQU flight? Relax in a hotel near St. Hubert Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About Grande Prairie Airport (YQU)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to Grande Prairie Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near YQU:
Explore without limits with a Grande Prairie Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from National, Avis or Enterprise and chase adventure across Grande Prairie and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Montreal to Grande Prairie Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) to central Grande Prairie
The centre of Grande Prairie is about 5 kilometres from Grande Prairie Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Grande Prairie Airport is P8,743. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P19,634. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Montreal to YQU. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Montreal to Grande Prairie Airport ticket.
Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Montreal to YQU couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Bag the best deal on a flight from Montreal to Grande Prairie Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Montreal to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU)
July is when most people book flights from Montreal to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU). Plan your visit to Grande Prairie in May if you prefer a quieter experience.
Lock in a Montreal to YQU plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Grande Prairie to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
December has temperatures of between -22ºC (-8ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Montreal to Grande Prairie Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Grande Prairie
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Grande Prairie right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Montreal to Grande Prairie Airport:
There are plenty of awesome things to do in Grande Prairie when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Evergreen Ridge Recreation Area followed by Crystal Lake and Heritage Discovery Centre.
Explore more of Canada
Prince George is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Grande Prairie. Around 290 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Fraser River Provincial Park, Cottonwood Trail and Fort George Park.
Dawson Creek is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 105 kilometres north-west of Grande Prairie. No journey is complete without a visit to Mile 0 Alaska Highway, Bear Mountain Nordic Ski Trails and Alaska Highway House.
