Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Montreal: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Montreal and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 42 minutes.
London Heathrow Airport is located in London. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Montreal is 4 hours behind London.
The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). You can select from 26 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from LHR to YUL is the 09:30 Air Canada service. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 18:15 with British Airways.
To ensure you get on your flight from LHR to Montreal, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
You can catch a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Montreal that touches down at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Air Canada is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Montreal.
We make it a breeze to book a flight from LHR to Montreal that includes a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You will need an ETA for Canada if you hold a passport from United Kingdom and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Montreal, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
Located around 31 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 57 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near LHR. Whether you have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Montreal or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Montreal
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Montreal is 278 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 353 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from LHR to Montreal, reserve your trip 9 months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Montreal. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Montreal, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to the centre of Montreal takes around 25 minutes by car. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
It'll take around 2 hours and 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Montreal, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near YUL:
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Central Montreal is approximately 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). As soon as your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Montreal has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 45 minutes.
After your flight from LHR to Montreal, kick back at a hotel close to YHU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Montreal
August is the busiest month to board a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Montreal while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Montreal, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Before locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Montreal, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from LHR to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Montreal
Once you've booked your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Montreal, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Montreal:
Mount Royal Park and Montreal Botanical Garden are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Montreal to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Complete your Montreal trip with a car rental
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