Travelling from Montreal to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE): What you need to know
Montreal and Tampa (where St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you arrive.
To ensure you catch your flight from Montreal to PIE, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Travelling from central Montreal to YUL takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kms (12 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Montreal-Trudeau International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Montreal to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, 65% land on time at their destination.
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
With public transport, you can travel from central Montreal to YHU in about 1 hour. The airport is roughly 23 kms (14 miles) away, and getting there by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Montreal to PIE flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Montreal Metropolitan Airport:
About St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PIE instead:
You'll find PIE at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Getting from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) to central Tampa
Central Tampa is around 32 kms (20 miles) from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
£180 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Montreal to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport. A return flight starts at £309. These prices may change depending on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Montreal to PIE. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Montreal to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
March is when most people book flights from Montreal to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Plan your visit to Tampa in May for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Tampa is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Book your Montreal to PIE plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Montreal to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC.
More about Tampa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Tampa right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Montreal to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport:
Busch Gardens Tampa and The Florida Aquarium are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Tampa travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Cheetah Hunt.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Tampa, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 290 kms (180 miles) north to Jacksonville to tick off its leading attractions. From St. John's Cathedral to San Marco Historic District and Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Orlando is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 145 kms (90 miles) northeast of Tampa. No trip is complete without experiencing Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Jurassic world.