Travelling from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Montreal: what you need to know
Montreal is one hour ahead of Des Moines, where Des Moines International Airport is located. Montreal follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to get on your DSM to Montreal flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from DSM to Montreal with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
DSM is around 6 kilometres from central Des Moines. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near DSM. Whether you've booked an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Montreal or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Des Moines International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from DSM land on schedule 80.45% of the time.
You'll find DSM at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Montreal
$337 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Montreal flight. Return flight tickets start at $764. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from DSM to Montreal, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Des Moines International Airport to Montreal is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to get the best prices across the month and pick up a fantastic deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from DSM to Montreal by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Montreal by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The distance from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is roughly 26 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to YUL if you have a late flight from Des Moines International Airport to Montreal. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Grab a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car and explore Montreal and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from DSM to Montreal can help you get the lowest rate.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is about 40 kilometres from the centre of Montreal. Once you've disembarked your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Montreal, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near YHU. Kick back and get cosy after your DSM to Montreal flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Why wait around for public transport? A St. Hubert Airport rental car lets you start your journey right away. Crank up the music and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Enterprise or Budget.
Get your ideal vehicle, not just what's left over, by booking your ride from YHU ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid paying more than you have to, especially during busy airport times.
Best time to go to Montreal
Travel to Montreal during high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Des Moines International Airport to Montreal during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Des Moines International Airport to Montreal flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from DSM to Montreal in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
More about Montreal
Once you've booked your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Montreal, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Montreal:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Montreal Botanical Garden, Mount Royal Park and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are major attractions 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 explored once you've seen Montreal. Around 499 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If you want to check out another corner of Canada, head for Ottawa, about 153 kilometres west of Montreal. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are key reasons to visit.
