Travelling from Montreal to Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA): What you need to know
Bastia - Corsica is six hours ahead of Montreal. Bastia Poretta Airport is located in Bastia - Corsica, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Montreal to BIA.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey from central Montreal to YUL takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kms (12 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Montreal-Trudeau International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Montreal to Bastia Poretta Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of all flights leaving Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, 65% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
YHU is about 23 kms (14 miles) from central Montreal. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Montreal to BIA flight? Unwind in a hotel near Montreal Metropolitan Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
About Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Montreal to Bastia Poretta Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near BIA instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Bastia Poretta Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or ADA and explore beyond Bastia - Corsica's main sights.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Montreal to Bastia Poretta Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA) to central Bastia - Corsica
Bastia Poretta Airport is around 19 kms (12 miles) from the centre of Bastia - Corsica. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA)
Currently, £290 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Bastia Poretta Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £538. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Montreal to BIA if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA)
August is when most people book flights from Montreal to Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA). Visit Bastia - Corsica in February for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Bastia - Corsica is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 31ºC. Book your Montreal to BIA plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Montreal to Bastia Poretta Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 14ºC.
More about Bastia - Corsica
Once you've booked your flight from Montreal to Bastia Poretta Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bastia - Corsica:
Your trip to Bastia - Corsica won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions worth exploring include Le vieux port, Bastia Cathedral and Parc de la Citadelle - Parcu di a Citadella.
Explore more of France
Nice is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored after you've experienced Bastia - Corsica. Around 225 kms (140 miles) away to the northwest, check out popular attractions including Vieux-Nice, Mission Promenade des Anglais and Promenade Des Anglais.
If there's time to check out another major destination in France, consider Toulon, about 290 kms (180 miles) west of Bastia - Corsica. Plages du Mourillon, Mont Faron and Toulon Cable Car Mt Faron are among the biggest draws.
