Flying from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) to Lima Airport (LIM): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Lima Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 25 minutes.
Montreal and Lima are both in the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Every week, there are three Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Lima Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your YUL to LIM flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Flying into Lima (and then exploring more of Peru!) is a breeze with Air Transat. This popular airline offers direct flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Lima Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Air Transat on this route.
Air Transat is the most punctual carrier that operates YUL to LIM flights. An exceptional 88.24% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
Handy information about Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
67% of flights that depart Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Montreal to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Lima Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near YUL:
Arriving at Lima Airport (LIM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Lima Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LIM instead:
Pick up a Lima Airport rental car and explore Lima and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Lima Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Lima Airport (LIM) to central Lima
From Lima Airport, Lima is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Lima Airport (LIM)
The quietest month for a flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Lima Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Lima based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Lima Airport for February if you want to go to Lima during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YUL to LIM in August. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Peru
You've seen Lima, now it's time to discover other corners of Peru. Travel about 11 kilometres west to Callao to tick off its top attractions. From Islas Palomino to Malecón Pardo La Punta - Callao and Fortaleza Real Felipe, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Trujillo is another favourite destination in Peru and is around 483 kilometres north-west of Lima. No trip is complete without visiting Iglesia de La Merced, Plaza de Armas de Trujillo and Playa de Huanchaco.