Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Montreal: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Montreal is 6 hours 45 minutes.
London Gatwick Airport is located in London. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Montreal is four hours behind London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most traveled route, with three weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from LGW to YUL is with Air Transat at 13:05. Choose the first departure operated by Air Transat at 11:35 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Give yourself enough time to get on your LGW to Montreal flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Begin your journey at LGW and fly straight to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for London Gatwick Airport to Montreal tickets.
Air Transat is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Montreal.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from LGW to Montreal with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB)
LGW is about 40 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to LGW? If you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Montreal, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Montreal
R 4,325 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Montreal flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 7,367. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Lock in cheap flights from LGW to Montreal by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding a bargain.
May is the best month for nabbing a fantastic deal on London Gatwick Airport to Montreal tickets. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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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 about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Montreal, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near YUL:
Grab 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 popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from LGW 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). After your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Montreal has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near YHU. Settle in and get cosy after your LGW to Montreal flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Pick up a St. Hubert Airport rental car and make your journey as spontaneous as you want. You can select from popular rental outlets like Enterprise and Budget.
Typically, the earlier you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Secure your ride from YHU the moment you know your dates.
Best time to go to Montreal
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Montreal. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are often higher and top attractions can be crowded. Visit Montreal in low season if you like a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your London Gatwick Airport to Montreal flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGW to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
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 London Gatwick Airport to Montreal, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Montreal Botanical Garden and Mount Royal Park are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Montreal travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored after you've seen Montreal. Around 499 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Around 153 kilometres west of Montreal, Ottawa is another favourite stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.