Travelling from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Montreal: what you need to know
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located in Istanbul. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Montreal is seven hours behind Istanbul.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your SAW to Montreal flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from SAW to Montreal, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The journey from central Istanbul to SAW takes around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to SAW? If you've booked an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Montreal, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, 76.93% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Montreal
R 4,597 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Montreal flight. A return ticket right now is R 10,978. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from SAW to Montreal, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to the centre of Montreal takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Montreal, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near YUL:
Grab a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car and explore Montreal and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks before your flight from SAW to Montreal.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Central Montreal is around 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). After your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Montreal has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near YHU. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your SAW to Montreal flight:
Touch down, grab your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and set off without missing a beat. Enterprise and Budget are top providers to pick from here.
Usually, the sooner you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Lock in your ride from YHU as soon as your plans are confirmed.
Best time to go to Montreal
Travel to Montreal in high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Montreal in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Montreal flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from SAW to Montreal in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Montreal, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Montreal Botanical Garden and Mount Royal Park are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Montreal travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Montreal, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Journey about 499 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its top attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 153 kilometres west of Montreal, Ottawa is another favourite stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.