Flying from Montreal to Cataratas International Airport (IGU): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Cataratas International Airport (IGU) leaving from here.
The timezone in Foz do Iguaçu is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of Montreal. Cataratas International Airport is located in Foz do Iguaçu.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Montreal to IGU. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In peak travel periods, expect longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
YUL is around 26 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Montreal to Cataratas International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 64.89% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
YHU is about 40 kilometres from central Montreal. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Montreal to IGU flight? Check in to a hotel near St. Hubert Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
Have a late flight from Montreal to Cataratas International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near IGU and turn out the lights sooner:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cataratas International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Localiza, Unidas or Movida and explore beyond Foz do Iguaçu's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Montreal to Cataratas International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Cataratas International Airport is R 8,204. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 17,149. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Montreal to IGU. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Montreal to Cataratas International Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Montreal to Cataratas International Airport (IGU). June is the busiest month to travel to Foz do Iguaçu. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in April.
The warmest month in Foz do Iguaçu is January, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your Montreal to IGU plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Montreal to Cataratas International Airport in July when temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Foz do Iguaçu
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Foz do Iguaçu right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Montreal to Cataratas International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Iguassu, Maravilhas Do Mundo and Garganta do Diabo are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Foz do Iguaçu itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Foz do Iguaçu, now it's time to discover other parts of Brazil. Journey about 129 kilometres north-east to Cascavel to tick off its popular sights. From Espaço Ciência to Museu de História Natural (Zoologico de Cascavel). And Environmental Victory Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Brazil, consider Chapeco, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of Foz do Iguaçu. Praça da Liberdade, Eco Parque and Vale do Rio Uruguai are among its highlights.
