Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Montreal: what you need to know
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-4. The city is four hours behind Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your EDI to Montreal flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from EDI to Montreal. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
The journey from central Edinburgh to EDI takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to EDI? If you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Montreal, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
67.94% of flights that depart Edinburgh Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Montreal
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Montreal flight is R 5,310. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,733. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from EDI to Montreal if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Montreal across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to keep checking in to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from EDI to Montreal.
Save money on your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Montreal with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to the centre of Montreal takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
It typically takes 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Montreal, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long 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 reserving your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks before your flight from EDI to Montreal.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Central Montreal is about 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). Once your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Montreal has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near YHU. Settle in and get cosy after your EDI to Montreal flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Why wait around for public transport? A St. Hubert Airport rental car lets you start exploring right away. Crank up the music and hit the open road with a set of wheels from Enterprise or Budget.
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from YHU ahead of time so you can simply collect the keys and drive away.
Best time to go to Montreal
Visit Montreal during the high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Edinburgh Airport to Montreal in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before booking an Edinburgh Airport to Montreal flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from EDI to Montreal around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Montreal, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Montreal Botanical Garden, Mount Royal Park and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are attractions you won't want to skip in Montreal.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Montreal. Around 499 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Canada, consider Ottawa, roughly 153 kilometres west of Montreal. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are among its highlights.
