Flying from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport to Rio de Janeiro is 10 hours 45 minutes.
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport is located in Montreal. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Rio de Janeiro is two hours ahead of Montreal.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your YUL to Rio de Janeiro flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Begin your journey at YUL and travel nonstop to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG). That will be your arrival point when searching for Montreal-Trudeau International Airport to Rio de Janeiro tickets.
Book your seat with Air Transat. This leading carrier offers direct flights from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
The journey from central Montreal to YUL takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport to Rio de Janeiro? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near YUL:
Of all flights leaving Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, 67% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Rio de Janeiro
P17,359 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Montreal-Trudeau International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is P34,033. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from YUL to Rio de Janeiro. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Montreal-Trudeau International Airport to Rio de Janeiro ticket.
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Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) is around 19 kilometers from central Rio de Janeiro. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport around four weeks before your flight from YUL to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Once your flight from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport to Rio de Janeiro has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 5 kilometers from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
Travelling by public transport will take around 20 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to SDU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your YUL to Rio de Janeiro flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from SDU three weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport to Rio de Janeiro has touched down. Central Rio de Janeiro is about 27 kilometers from Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 45 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
If you go by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your break by choosing a hotel near RRJ after your YUL to Rio de Janeiro flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport to Rio de Janeiro is a smart move. Along with more affordable prices, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
December is the quietest month for flights from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, while January is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Rio de Janeiro based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Montreal-Trudeau International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from YUL to Rio de Janeiro around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rio de Janeiro
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Rio de Janeiro right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport to Rio de Janeiro:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are leading attractions which should feature on any good Rio de Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've seen Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kilometers away to the west, top sights here include Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Belo Horizonte is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometers north of Rio de Janeiro. No trip is complete without dropping by Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.