Flying from Vancouver to Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU): What you need to know
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-5, which is three hours ahead of Vancouver. Montreal Metropolitan Airport is located in Montreal.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Vancouver to YHU. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Montreal Metropolitan Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of the flights that depart from Vancouver International Airport, 72% touch down on time at their destination.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
CXH is around 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 10 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Vancouver to YHU flight? Unwind in a hotel near Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base before your break officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
From central Vancouver, YXX is around 72 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours 30 minutes or so on public transport.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Vancouver to Montreal Metropolitan Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Abbotsford International Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights reach their destinations when they should. At YXX, that figure is 68%.
About St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to St. Hubert Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near YHU instead:
Getting from Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU) to central Montreal
Central Montreal is around 23 kilometres from Montreal Metropolitan Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It'll take around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
$141 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Montreal Metropolitan Airport. Return flights start at $325. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Vancouver to YHU. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Vancouver to Montreal Metropolitan Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
October is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU). Plan your visit to Montreal in May for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Vancouver to YHU plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Montreal Metropolitan Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Montreal Metropolitan Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are leading attractions which should be on any good Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Canada you'll want to see. About 177 kilometres west of Montreal, a trip to Ottawa will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
Gatineau is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 177 kilometres west of Montreal. No trip is complete without seeing Canadian Museum of History, Indigenous Experiences and Luskville Falls.

