Travelling from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Montreal: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 5 hours. That's the average time for a direct flight from Keflavik International Airport to Montreal.
Montreal is four hours behind Reykjavik, where Keflavik International Airport is located. Montreal follows the UTC-4 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your KEF to Montreal flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Keflavik International Airport to Montreal tickets are available for booking. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is where you'll step off the plane.
Air Canada is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Keflavik International Airport to Montreal.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from KEF to Montreal with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Travelling from central Reykjavik to KEF takes about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near KEF. Whether you're catching an early flight from Keflavik International Airport to Montreal or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Of all flights departing from Keflavik International Airport, 66.96% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Montreal
R 6,055 is currently the best price for a one-way Keflavik International Airport to Montreal flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 9,854. These fares can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from KEF to Montreal, book your trip eight months ahead of your planned departure.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Montreal. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Book a hotel close to YUL if you have a late flight from Keflavik International Airport to Montreal. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car and explore Montreal and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks before your flight from KEF to Montreal.
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Central Montreal is about 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). After your flight from Keflavik International Airport to Montreal has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near YHU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your KEF to Montreal flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Touch down, collect your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and drive off without missing a beat. Enterprise and Budget are trusted companies to choose from here.
Usually, the sooner you book, the more you save and the better your options. Reserve your ride from YHU as soon as your plans are confirmed.
Best time to go to Montreal
Before securing your flights from Keflavik International Airport to Montreal, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Montreal offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Before booking a Keflavik International Airport to Montreal flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from KEF to Montreal in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Keflavik International Airport to Montreal, check out our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Montreal Botanical Garden, Mount Royal Park and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are must-visits when exploring Montreal.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres south-west of Montreal, a visit to Toronto will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Canada, consider Ottawa, roughly 153 kilometres west of Montreal. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are key reasons to visit.