Travelling from Johannesburg to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL): What you need to know
Montreal is seven hours behind Johannesburg. Montreal-Trudeau International Airport is located in Montreal, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
Your flight from Johannesburg to YUL won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Popular months like October or other busy periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Johannesburg to YUL departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Located around 26 kilometres from central Johannesburg, JNB can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Johannesburg to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport:
When it comes to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Johannesburg to HLA in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Lanseria International Airport the day before your Johannesburg to YUL flight:
About Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Johannesburg to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near YUL:
Travel at your own speed with a Montreal-Trudeau International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and see more of Montreal and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Johannesburg to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Getting from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Montreal. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
R 9,574 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport. Return flights start from R 12,066. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to YUL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Johannesburg to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport tickets across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Johannesburg to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Plan your visit to Montreal in November for a more low-key escape.
When booking your Johannesburg to YUL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are leading attractions which should feature on any good Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen Montreal. Around 153 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
Gatineau is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres west of Montreal. No trip is complete without dropping by Canadian Museum of History, Indigenous Experiences and Luskville Falls.
