Travelling from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Lille Airport (LIL): what you need to know
Lille is five hours ahead of Montreal and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your YUL to LIL flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Lille Airport (LIL)
R 4,867 is the best price for a one-way Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Lille Airport flight. Return flights start at R 10,708. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from YUL to LIL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Lille Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from YUL to LIL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Lille Airport.
Handy information about Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
When it comes to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 64.89% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 2 hours 15 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Lille Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to YUL:
Arriving at Lille Airport (LIL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Lille Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LIL instead:
Pick up a Lille Airport rental car and discover Lille and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Lille Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Lille Airport (LIL) to central Lille
Lille Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Lille. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Lille Airport (LIL)
The quietest month for a flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Lille Airport is April, while September is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Lille based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Lille Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Lille, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YUL to LIL around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Lille. Around 209 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Strasbourg is another favourite destination in France and is around 402 kilometres south-east of Lille. No trip is complete without a visit to Palais Rohan, European Parliament Strasbourg and Musee d'Art Moderne et Contemporain.
