Travelling from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Montreal: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 25 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Montreal.
Montreal is one hour ahead of Houston, where George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located. Montreal observes the UTC-4 timezone.
With seven weekly flights between the two airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most popular route. Board Air Canada's 08:05 flight to get your trip from IAH to YUL underway.
Leave plenty of time to get on your IAH to Montreal flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Montreal ticket. Begin your journey at IAH and touch down at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Air Canada is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Montreal.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from IAH to Montreal. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Montreal? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near IAH:
Of all flights leaving George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Montreal
The best price we've seen for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Montreal flight is R 1,998. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,436. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from IAH to Montreal.
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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 26 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to YUL if you have a late flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Montreal. Choose one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and experience more of Montreal and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from IAH to Montreal.
The street address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is about 40 kilometres from central Montreal. Once you've hopped off your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Montreal, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to YHU. Kick back and get cosy after your IAH to Montreal flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Why waste time waiting for public transport? A St. Hubert Airport rental car lets you get going right away. Crank up the music and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Enterprise or Budget.
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from YHU a few weeks in advance so you can simply get the keys and go.
Best time to go to Montreal
Before you book your flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Montreal, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Montreal offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your George Bush Intercontinental 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 has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from IAH to Montreal around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Montreal
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Montreal right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Montreal:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Montreal Botanical Garden, Mount Royal Park and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are must-do's during your Montreal adventure.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Montreal, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Journey about 499 kilometres south-west to Toronto to check 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 ready to explore another well-known destination in Canada, head for Ottawa, about 153 kilometres west of Montreal. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are highlights.
