Travelling from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Brussels: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 7 hours 45 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Brussels.
Brussels is five hours ahead of Montreal, where Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is located. Brussels follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Brussels Airport (BRU) is the most popular route, with eight weekly flights to pick from. You can travel from YUL to BRU at 18:40 with Air Canada.
For a relaxed start to your YUL to Brussels flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Direct Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Brussels tickets are available for booking. Brussels Airport (BRU) is where you'll be landing.
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YUL is around 16 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 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 45 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to YUL? If you're catching an early flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Brussels, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% land on schedule at their destination.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Brussels
R 4,170 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Brussels flight. A return ticket right now is R 6,589. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To snag cheap flights from YUL to Brussels, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Brussels, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near BRU:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Brussels Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar to explore Brussels and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Brussels Airport about three weeks before your flight from YUL to Brussels can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. Following your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Brussels, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 35 minutes or so.
Following your YUL to Brussels flight, unwind at a hotel close to CRL. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from CRL two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
Plan your trip to Brussels during the high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Brussels in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Brussels flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from YUL to Brussels around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Brussels
After booking your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Brussels, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Brussels:
Atomium and Grand Place are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Brussels must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Manneken Pis.
Explore more of Belgium
Ostend is just one of the many cities in Belgium waiting to be explored after you've experienced Brussels. Around 113 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Fort Napoleon, The Crystal Ship and Leopoldpark.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Belgium, consider Verviers, about 113 kilometres east of Brussels. Quai Pierre Rapsat, Parc de Séroule and Parc de la Tourelle are the start of reasons to visit.