Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Montreal: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Montreal is 15 hours behind Melbourne.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MEL to Montreal flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from MEL to Montreal, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
MEL is about 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near MEL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Montreal or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Montreal
The best price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Montreal flight is R 11,092. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 20,487. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from MEL to Montreal if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Montreal throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Find a cheap flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Montreal with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is around 26 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Montreal. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
Get on the fast track to 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 experience the lesser-explored corners of Montreal and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from MEL to Montreal.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is roughly 40 kilometres from central Montreal. Once you've hopped off your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine 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.
After stepping off your MEL to Montreal flight, rest your head at a hotel close to YHU. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Why wait around for a cab? A St. Hubert Airport rental car lets you start exploring right away. Put on your favourite playlist and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Enterprise or Budget.
Save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from YHU in advance so you can simply grab the keys and go.
Best time to go to Montreal
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Montreal. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel rates are often higher and major attractions can be crowded. Visit Montreal in the low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Montreal plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Montreal, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Montreal Botanical Garden and Mount Royal Park are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Montreal must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to 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 experienced Montreal. Around 499 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Ottawa is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres west of Montreal. No journey is complete without seeing Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.
