Travelling from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Montreal: what you need to know
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-4. The city is eight hours behind Muscat, where Muscat International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MCT to Montreal flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from MCT to Montreal, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Muscat, MCT can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Montreal? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to MCT:
Muscat International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from MCT arrive on schedule 85.46% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Montreal
The best price we've seen for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Montreal flight is R 7,209. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 16,275. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from MCT to Montreal, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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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 will take roughly 25 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Muscat International Airport to Montreal, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YUL:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and explore beyond Montreal's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from MCT to Montreal.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is about 40 kilometres from the centre of Montreal. Once you've hopped off your flight from Muscat International Airport to Montreal, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to YHU. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your MCT to Montreal flight:
Pick up a St. Hubert Airport rental car and take the scenic route to your next destination. You can choose from trusted rental outlets like Enterprise and Budget.
In general, the earlier you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Lock in your ride from YHU once you know your travel dates.
Best time to go to Montreal
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Muscat International Airport to Montreal. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel rates are generally higher and attractions can be busy. Visit Montreal in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking a Muscat International Airport to Montreal flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCT to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Muscat International Airport to Montreal, check out our selection of hotels including:
Montreal Botanical Garden and Mount Royal Park are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Montreal must-do list. 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 once you've seen Montreal. Around 499 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Ottawa is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres west of Montreal. No journey is complete without experiencing Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.