Travelling from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Approximately 7 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Frankfurt.
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1. The city is five hours ahead of Montreal, where Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). You can select from 12 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YUL to FRA is the 18:00 Air Canada service. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 21:45 with Air Canada.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your YUL to Frankfurt flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Frankfurt ticket. Start your trip at YUL and arrive at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Keep an eye out for deals with Air Canada. This carrier has direct flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Frankfurt.
The journey from central Montreal to YUL takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to YUL:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Frankfurt
The best price we've seen for a one-way Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Frankfurt flight is R 4,916. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,569. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from YUL to Frankfurt. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Scoring cheap tickets from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Frankfurt is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the best prices throughout the month and bag an awesome deal.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Book a hotel near FRA if you have a late flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Frankfurt. Choose one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and venture far and wide through Frankfurt and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from YUL to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Once your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Frankfurt has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Travelling by public transport will take about 2 hours 40 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near HHN. Here are a few options where you can check in after your YUL to Frankfurt flight:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HHN can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Visit Frankfurt during peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Frankfurt during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
When booking your Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YUL to Frankfurt in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Frankfurt right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Frankfurt:
Goethe House and Palmengarten are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Frankfurt to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Frankfurt Cathedral.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Germany just waiting to be explored. About 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a trip to Berlin will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, roughly 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are highlights.
