Travelling from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Montreal: what you need to know
Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is located in Recife. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Montreal is one hour behind Recife.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your REC to Montreal flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
The journey from central Recife to REC takes about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near REC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Montreal or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
79.3% of flights that leave from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Montreal
R 5,699 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Montreal flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 13,454. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from REC to Montreal, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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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'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Montreal. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and explore beyond Montreal's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from REC to Montreal.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
After your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Montreal has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Montreal is roughly 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 45 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near YHU. Unwind and get cosy after your REC to Montreal flight at one of these well-located options:
Why wait? A St. Hubert Airport rental car lets you get moving right away. Roll down your windows and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Enterprise or Budget.
Typically, the sooner you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Secure your ride from YHU as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Best time to go to Montreal
Plan your trip to Montreal in high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Montreal in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Montreal flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from REC 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. After booking your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Montreal, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Montreal Botanical Garden, Mount Royal Park and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are popular attractions which should be on any good Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Canada you should also see. Around 499 kilometres south-west of Montreal, a trip to Toronto will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Canada, consider Ottawa, about 153 kilometres west of Montreal. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are key highlights.