Flying from Montreal to Castries: what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Castries taking off from here.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Castries, George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) and Hewanorra Airport (UVF) are the primary gateways.
Castries's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Montreal.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Montreal to Castries flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Castries
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap Montreal to Castries flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Montreal to Castries is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and walk away with an awesome deal.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
YUL is about 16 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Montreal to Castries, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
64.89% of flights departing from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Castries
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) to central Castries takes about 5 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 2 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to SLU if you have a late flight from Montreal to Castries. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a George F. L. Charles Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Drive A Matic, Final Rentals or Sixt and chase adventure across Castries and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from George F. L. Charles Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Hewanorra Airport (UVF)
Central Castries is approximately 31 kilometres from Hewanorra Airport (UVF). As soon as your flight from Montreal to Castries has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to UVF. Tuck yourself in after your Montreal to Castries flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Hewanorra Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare rates and availability from Drive A Matic, Sixt and Final Rentals.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from UVF one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Castries
June is the busiest month for flights from Montreal to Castries. To escape the crowds, visit Castries in February.
Before locking in your Montreal to Castries tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. September is the warmest month in Castries, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Montreal to Castries in February when temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Castries
Start your Castries trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Montreal to Castries, explore our range of hotels including:
Derek Walcott Square and Morne Fortune are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Castries itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Immaculate Conception Church.
Explore more of Saint Lucia
Castries has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Saint Lucia waiting to be discovered. Around 32 kilometres south of Castries, a trip to Vieux Fort will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Maria Islands Museum, Anse Des Sables Beach and YoungFaith Park.
Head 24 kilometres south-east from Castries to visit Micoud, another favourite stop in Saint Lucia. Be sure to check out Josephine Splash Park and Ti Rocher Community Park.