Travelling from Reykjavik to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll leave from in Reykjavik. Keflavik Airport (KEF) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Reykjavik to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) out of here.
The average time for a direct Reykjavik to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport flight is 5 hours 25 minutes.
Montreal is five hours behind Reykjavik. Montreal-Trudeau International Airport is located in Montreal, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Your flight from Reykjavik to YUL won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a popular month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Keflavik Airport (KEF) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Reykjavik to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) operate out of this terminal.
You can get away on a direct flight from Reykjavik to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport with Air Canada. This well-known airline operates services from KEF.
Most travellers prefer to book seats with Air Canada between KEF and YUL.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Reykjavik to YUL that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Keflavik Airport (KEF), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between KEF and YUL include:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
KEF is about 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Keflavik Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Reykjavik to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
66% of flights that leave from Keflavik Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Reykjavik to RKV in about 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Reykjavik to YUL flight? Relax in a hotel near Reykjavik Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Reykjavik Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
About Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Have a late flight from Reykjavik to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near YUL and turn in quicker:
Pick up a Montreal-Trudeau International Airport rental car and discover Montreal and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are popular outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks in advance of your Reykjavik to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport flight.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Getting from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal
Central Montreal is around 19 kilometres from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
$458 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport. A return flight starts at $860. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Get cheap flights from Reykjavik to YUL by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
December is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Reykjavik to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Reykjavik to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport.
The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
November is the quietest month for flights from Reykjavik to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Montreal based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Reykjavik to YUL plane ticket, consider 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 temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Montreal right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Reykjavik to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are must-visits when exploring Montreal.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Montreal, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel about 153 kilometres west to Ottawa to check off its leading sights. From Rideau Canal National Historic Site to Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 153 kilometres west of Montreal, Gatineau is another essential stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Canadian Museum of History, Indigenous Experiences and Luskville Falls.




