Travelling from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) to Montreal: what you need to know
Around 7 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Montreal.
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-5. The city is six hours behind Lyon, where Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is located.
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most traveled route, with nine weekly flights to pick from. You can travel from LYS to YUL at 10:00 with Air Transat.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your LYS to Montreal flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can book a direct Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Montreal ticket. Begin your trip at LYS and end it at Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Air Transat is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Montreal.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from LYS to Montreal. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Lyon to LYS takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near LYS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Montreal or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Of the flights that depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) to Montreal
R 4,894 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Montreal flight. Return plane tickets start from R 8,968. These fares can change depending on availability.
Score cheap flights from LYS to Montreal by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Montreal tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is around 19 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Montreal. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from LYS to Montreal.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
After your flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Montreal has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Montreal is roughly 23 kilometres from Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour.
Following your LYS to Montreal flight, unwind at a hotel close to YHU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's left over, by booking your ride from YHU before your arrival. You'll also avoid paying more than you need to, especially during busy airport times.
Best time to go to Montreal
January is the quietest month for flights from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Montreal, while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Montreal based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Montreal plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LYS 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 right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Montreal, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Montreal Botanical Garden, Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored after you've experienced Montreal. Around 499 kilometres away to the southwest, check out popular attractions including CN Tower, The Top CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum.
Around 153 kilometres west of Montreal, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
