£307 Cheap Flights from Lyon (LYS) to Montreal (YMQA)

Q: How many airports are there in Montreal?

There are 3 airports in Montreal: Montreal St Hubert, Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau and Montreal Mirabel.

Q: How much are return flights from Lyon to Montreal?

The best price we found for a return flight from Lyon to Montreal is £307. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Q: How long does it take to fly from Lyon to Montreal?

8 hours and 23 minutes is the average flight time from Lyon to Montreal.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Lyon to Montreal?

Air Transat, Porter Airlines and Air Canada fly direct from Lyon to Montreal.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Lyon to Montreal?

As of July 2025, there are 22 flights per week flying from Lyon to Montreal.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Lyon to Montreal?

The cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Montreal is usually November.

Q: Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Montreal?

If you're flying from Lyon Airport, the cheapest airport near Montreal is Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau – which is 10.0 miles away from the centre of Montreal. We've found flights into this airport from £307 .

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Lyon Airport to Montreal on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lyon Airport to Montreal on Saturday, 1 November 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Lyon Airport to Montreal?

Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 23 minutes.

Q: How can I get the best flight deal from Lyon Airport to Montreal?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Montreal but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lyon to Montreal? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Montreal.£307 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec, returning Tue, 9 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Lyon on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £307, select.

Montreal.£307 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Oct, returning Thu, 20 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Lyon on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Thu, 20 Nov, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £307, select.

Montreal.£307 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Sun, 16 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Lyon on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £307, select.

Montreal.£324 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Sun, 12 Oct.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Lyon on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £324, select.

Montreal.£336 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Sep, returning Sun, 14 Sep.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Lyon on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £336, select.

Montreal.£336 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Sep, returning Thu, 2 Oct.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Lyon on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £336, select.

Montreal.£337 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Nov, returning Sat, 15 Nov.Return flight with Air Transat.Outbound direct flight with Air Transat departs from Lyon on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound direct flight with Air Transat departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £337, select.

Montreal.£338 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Nov, returning Mon, 26 Jan.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Lyon on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Lyon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £338, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Montreal

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Alternative Lyon to Montreal routes

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Lyon to Montreal: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£307
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	8 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airline	Air Transat
Average flights per week	22

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Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Montreal: what you need to know

Take a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal and you'll be travelling for around 7 hours 15 minutes.
Montreal is five hours behind Lyon, where Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located. Montreal runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most popular route, with eight weekly flights to choose from. You can travel from LYS to YUL at 10:00 with Air Transat.
Give yourself enough time to make your LYS to Montreal flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal tickets are available for booking. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is where you'll step off the plane.
Book your seat with Air Canada. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from LYS to Montreal. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
- Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Lyon to LYS takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 12 miles in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near LYS:
Of the flights that depart from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, 69.6% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Montreal

The best price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal flight is £200. The cheapest price for a return flight is £307. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from LYS to Montreal, reserve your trip two months before your departure date.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Locking in a cheap flight from LYS to Montreal is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.
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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'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near YUL:
Pick up a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car and discover Montreal and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks before your flight from LYS to Montreal.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.

St. Hubert Airport (YHU)

After your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Montreal is roughly 25 miles from St. Hubert Airport (YHU).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near YHU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your LYS to Montreal flight:
Why wait around? A St. Hubert Airport rental car lets you get moving right away. Find the perfect playlist and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Enterprise or Budget.
Generally, the earlier you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Secure your ride from YHU as soon as you know your dates.

Best time to go to Montreal

Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel prices are often higher and major attractions can get crowded. Visit Montreal in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal plane ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LYS to Montreal in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.

More about Montreal

When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Montreal right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal:
Montreal Botanical Garden and Mount Royal Park are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Montreal to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.

Explore more of Canada

You've seen Montreal, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Travel about 310 miles south-west to Toronto to tick off its leading attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Canada, consider Ottawa, about 95 miles west of Montreal. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are the start of reasons to visit.