Flying from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Beijing: what you need to know
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8. The city is 12 hours ahead of Montreal, where Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your YUL to Beijing flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Travelling from central Montreal to YUL takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near YUL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Beijing or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Beijing
R 9,529 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Beijing flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 18,740. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from YUL to Beijing if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Beijing ticket.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is roughly 31 kilometres. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Beijing. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Start your adventure the moment you land with a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Beijing that most tourists miss.
Reserve your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport several weeks in advance of your flight from YUL to Beijing. If you're going away during a peak period, book even earlier to get the best possible rate.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is about 56 kilometres from central Beijing. After your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Following your YUL to Beijing flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to PKX. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Beijing
Before you book your flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Beijing, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Beijing offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Beijing flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from YUL to Beijing around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Beijing, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City are a couple of major attractions to put on your Beijing itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Tiananmen Square.
Explore more of China
Beijing is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a visit to Tianjin will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.
