Travelling from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Montreal: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Montreal and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 50 minutes.
Montreal is one hour behind Santiago, where Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is located. Montreal runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your SCL to Montreal flight.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
You can book a direct Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Montreal ticket. Begin your trip at SCL and touch down at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Keep your eyes peeled for promotions from Air Canada. This airline has direct flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Montreal.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from SCL to Montreal. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
SCL is around 13 kilometres from central Santiago. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Montreal? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SCL:
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 82.58% of flights that take off from SCL land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Montreal
R 3,748 is currently the best price for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Montreal flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 8,033. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from SCL to Montreal, book your trip five months before your departure.
The best month for scoring cheap Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Montreal tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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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 about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to YUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Montreal. Select one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and discover more of Montreal and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from SCL to Montreal can help you secure the lowest rate.
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Once your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Montreal has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Montreal is roughly 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
After stepping off your SCL to Montreal flight, rest your head at a hotel near YHU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Land, collect your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and hit the road without missing a beat. Enterprise and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's left over, by securing your ride from YHU in advance. You'll also avoid last-minute price surges, especially when the airport is busy.
Best time to go to Montreal
Travel to Montreal during high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Montreal during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Montreal flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SCL 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 perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Montreal, browse our selection of hotels including:
Montreal Botanical Garden and Mount Royal Park are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Montreal itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be explored. About 499 kilometres south-west of Montreal, a trip to Toronto will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Canada, head for Ottawa, about 153 kilometres west of Montreal. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are highlights.