Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport.
Montreal's timezone is UTC-5, making Montreal six hours behind Madrid.
Flights from MAD to YUL start from 12:15 — the first with Air Canada. The latest departure is at 14:10 with Air Transat. Overall, you can take your pick of eight weekly Madrid Airport to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your MAD to YUL flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Montreal (and then discovering more of Canada!) is easy with Air Canada. This popular carrier has direct flights from Madrid Airport to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Air Canada.
Air Canada tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for MAD to YUL flights, with 81.4% of its services landing on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madrid Airport to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAD and YUL:
Lisbon Airport
Malaga Airport
Ponta Delgada Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
R 4,625 is the best price for a one-way Madrid Airport to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 7,054. These fares can change based on availability.
Score cheap tickets from MAD to YUL by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MAD to YUL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
77% of flights that leave from Madrid Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Madrid to Madrid Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near MAD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Madrid Airport to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Madrid Airport to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals to explore Montreal and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) to central Montreal
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
From Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport, Montreal is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Montreal in November.
Book your flight from Madrid Airport to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport for July if you'd like to explore Montreal during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MAD to YUL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen Montreal. Around 499 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include CN Tower, The Top CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Canada, head for Ottawa, about 153 kilometres west of Montreal. Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa are key reasons to visit.