Travelling from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Victoria: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 55 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Victoria.
The timezone in Victoria is UTC-7. The city is four hours behind Montreal, where Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is located.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is the most popular route, with two departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from YUL to YYJ is with Air Canada at 18:25. Opt for the first departure with Air Canada at 09:30 if you want to fly out earlier.
To avoid missing your YUL to Victoria flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying over a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Victoria tickets are available for booking. Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is where you'll be touching down.
Air Canada is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Victoria.
YUL is about 16 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 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 relaxed start to your journey? Stay near YUL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Victoria or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the flights that depart from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Victoria
$167 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Victoria flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $315. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Lock in cheap flights from YUL to Victoria by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring an epic deal on Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Victoria tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is around 27 kilometres from central Victoria. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Victoria, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near YYJ:
Grab a Victoria International Airport rental car and discover Victoria and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Avis are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Victoria International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from YUL to Victoria.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH) is roughly 2 kilometres from central Victoria. After your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Victoria, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 10 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near YWH. Settle in and get cosy after your YUL to Victoria flight at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Victoria
Visit Victoria during high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Victoria in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Victoria is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Lock in your Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Victoria flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
February has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from YUL to Victoria around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Victoria
After booking your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Victoria, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Victoria:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Craigdarroch Castle, Royal BC Museum and Inner Harbour are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Victoria itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Victoria, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Journey about 105 kilometres north-east to Abbotsford to check off its popular sights. From Discovery Trail Dog Park to Ag-Rec Centre and Maclure park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Canada, consider Coquitlam, about 105 kilometres north-east of Victoria. Laurentian Park, Maquabeak Park and Crane Park are among the biggest draws.

