Travelling from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) to Montreal: what you need to know
Montreal and Toronto (where Region of Waterloo International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your YKF to Montreal flight.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Located around 80 kilometres from the centre of Toronto, YKF can be reached in about 1 hour 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 4 hours 5 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near YKF? If you're catching an early flight from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Montreal, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
63.64% of flights taking off from Region of Waterloo International Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) to Montreal
R 3,067 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Region of Waterloo International Airport to Montreal flight. A return ticket right now is R 8,319. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from YKF to Montreal, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Montreal is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest prices throughout the month and pick up an epic deal.
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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 takes about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
Book a hotel near YUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Montreal. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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.
Reserving your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from YKF to Montreal can help you get the lowest rate.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Central Montreal is located around 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). After your flight from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Montreal has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Following your YKF to Montreal flight, unwind at a hotel close to YHU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Land, grab your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and hit the road without missing a beat. Enterprise and Budget are leading outlets to choose from here.
Get your ideal vehicle, not just what's left, by securing your ride from YHU before your arrival. You'll also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during peak travel times.
Best time to go to Montreal
Before securing your flights from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Montreal, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Montreal offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Region of Waterloo International Airport to Montreal flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from YKF to Montreal around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Montreal
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Montreal right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Montreal:
There are so many things to explore 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 leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres south-west of Montreal, a visit to Toronto will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Canada, consider Ottawa, about 153 kilometres west of Montreal. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are key highlights.
