Travelling from Tampa to Montreal: what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Tampa. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Tampa to Montreal departing from here.
Come in for landing at Montreal's chief entry point, Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL).
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Tampa to Montreal flight.
Tampa and Montreal are in the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
With seven flights a week between the two airports, Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Tampa to Montreal with Air Canada at 08:10. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from TPA to YUL is with Air Canada at 17:50.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Tampa to Montreal flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Montreal
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Tampa to Montreal flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Tampa to Montreal is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and pick up a fantastic deal.
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Flying from Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Set out from Tampa International Airport (TPA) on a nonstop flight from Tampa to Montreal. From TPA, you can travel directly to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL).
Check out the deals with Air Canada. This carrier offers direct Tampa to Montreal plane tickets out of TPA.
TPA is around 8 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Tampa to Montreal? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Tampa International Airport:
78% of flights that depart Tampa International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
The distance from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is approximately 16 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tampa to Montreal. Book one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
Grab a Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport rental car and explore Montreal and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
The street address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal St Hubert Airport (YHU)
As soon as your flight from Tampa to Montreal has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Montreal is approximately 11 kilometres from Montreal St Hubert Airport (YHU).
The journey will take about 1 hour on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to YHU. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Tampa to Montreal:
Grab a Montreal St Hubert Airport rental car and make your journey as spontaneous as you want. You can choose from trusted companies like Enterprise and Budget.
Generally, the sooner you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Reserve your ride from YHU as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Best time to go to Montreal
July is the busiest month for flights from Tampa to Montreal. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Montreal in November.
When booking your Tampa to Montreal tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for cheap flights from Tampa to Montreal around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Montreal right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Tampa to Montreal:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal, Montreal International Jazz Festival and Cirque du Soleil are must-do's during your Montreal adventure.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen Montreal. Around 161 kilometres to the west, its top attractions include Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
Laval is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 16 kilometres northwest of Montreal. No journey is complete without seeing Cosmodôme, Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles and Nature Centre.