Travelling from Montreal to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE): What you need to know
Alexandria is seven hours ahead of Montreal. Borg El Arab Airport is located in Alexandria, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Montreal to HBE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Travelling from central Montreal to YUL takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Montreal to Borg El Arab Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near Montreal-Trudeau International Airport:
When it comes to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport's on-time performance, 65% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
YHU is around 23 kilometres from central Montreal. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Montreal to HBE flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Montreal Metropolitan Airport:
About Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Have a late flight from Montreal to Borg El Arab Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near HBE and shut your eyes sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Borg El Arab Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Avis or Sixt to explore Alexandria and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Montreal to Borg El Arab Airport flight.
Getting from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to central Alexandria
Borg El Arab Airport is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Alexandria. It takes around 45 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Borg El Arab Airport is R 6,167. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 12,733. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Montreal to HBE, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Montreal to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE). December is when most people visit Alexandria. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in May.
Book a Montreal to HBE plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Alexandria to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Montreal to Borg El Arab Airport in February when temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Alexandria
Start your Alexandria trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Montreal to Borg El Arab Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach are must-do's during your Alexandria adventure.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Egypt just waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres southeast of Alexandria, a trip to Cairo will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Gizeh Plateau, TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Egypt, head for Giza, roughly 177 kilometres southeast of Alexandria. Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid are among its highlights.
