Flying from Minneapolis to Montreal: what you need to know
Minneapolis's main base, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Minneapolis to Montreal.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the primary arrival point in Montreal.
Jump on a direct Minneapolis to Montreal flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Minneapolis.
With 20 flights a week between the two airports, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Minneapolis to Montreal with Sun Country Airlines at 06:40. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the latest departure from MSP to YUL is with Delta Air Lines at 20:00.
For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Minneapolis to Montreal flight.
If you're travelling during a popular month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during high seasons like Christmas and New Year.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Montreal
At the moment, £90 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Montreal. The cheapest price for a return flight is £202. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book two months before your departure date. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Minneapolis to Montreal flights.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring great bargains on plane tickets from Minneapolis to Montreal. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Set off from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) on a nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Montreal. From MSP, you can fly directly into Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct Minneapolis to Montreal plane tickets out of MSP. Reserve your trip with one of these:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for Minneapolis to Montreal flights leaving from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Located around 7 miles from central Minneapolis, MSP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Minneapolis to Montreal, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, data shows 77.37% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The distance from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is roughly 10 miles. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Minneapolis to Montreal, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near YUL:
Travel at your own pace with a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and discover more of Montreal and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
The centre of Montreal is approximately 16 miles from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). After your flight from Minneapolis to Montreal has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Why wait around for public transport? A St. Hubert Airport rental car lets you start exploring right away. Turn up the music and hit the road with a set of wheels from Enterprise or Budget.
Avoid the slow-moving lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from YHU in advance so you can simply grab the keys and get going.
Best time to go to Montreal
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Minneapolis to Montreal. August is the busiest month to travel to Montreal. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Minneapolis to Montreal ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Minneapolis to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Montreal
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Montreal right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Montreal:
Mount Royal Park and Montreal Botanical Garden are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Montreal to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be explored. About 310 miles south-west of Montreal, a visit to Toronto will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Canada, consider Ottawa, about 95 miles west of Montreal. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are among the biggest draws.
