Travelling from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to Montreal: what you need to know
Montreal is four hours behind Abidjan, where Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is located. Montreal follows the UTC-4 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your ABJ to Montreal flight.
Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from ABJ to Montreal. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
To reach ABJ from central Abidjan, it takes around 35 minutes by car. It's roughly 9 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near ABJ. Whether you're catching an early flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Montreal or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
Of all flights departing from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport, 58.4% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to Montreal
£461 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Montreal flight. A round-trip ticket right now is £684. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from ABJ to Montreal, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The distance from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is roughly 16 miles. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to YUL if you have a late flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Montreal. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and explore beyond Montreal's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from ABJ to Montreal.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Central Montreal is around 25 miles from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). Once your flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Montreal has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
After stepping off your ABJ to Montreal flight, settle in at a hotel close to YHU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Land, collect your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and set off without skipping a beat. Enterprise and Budget are trusted providers to select from here.
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from YHU a few weeks in advance so you can simply grab the keys and go.
Best time to go to Montreal
Visit Montreal in high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Montreal during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Montreal plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ABJ to Montreal around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
Once you've booked your flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Montreal, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Montreal:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Montreal Botanical Garden, Mount Royal Park and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are top sights which should feature on any good Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Montreal, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Journey about 310 miles south-west to Toronto to tick off its top sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Ottawa is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 95 miles west of Montreal. No journey is complete without seeing Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.