Flying from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Paris: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 7 hours 40 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Paris.
Paris is five hours ahead of Montreal, where Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is located. Paris observes the UTC+1 timezone.
With 39 flights a week between the two airports, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route. Air France operates the earliest flight at 17:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from YUL to CDG is with Air France at 22:30.
For a relaxed start to your YUL to Paris flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Begin your journey at YUL and fly nonstop to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Paris tickets.
You'll have your choice of carriers that operate direct flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Paris. Book your ticket with one of these:
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Montreal, YUL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to YUL? If you've booked an early flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Paris, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, data shows 64.89% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
YUL's address is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Paris
The best price we've seen for a one-way Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Paris flight is R 3,264. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 7,064. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book five months before you want to fly. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from YUL to Paris.
The best month for picking up cheap Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Paris tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to the centre of Paris takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Paris. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and explore beyond Paris's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from YUL to Paris can help you secure the lowest rate.
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Paris. After your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Paris, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to ORY. Here are a few options where you can check in after your YUL to Paris flight:
Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Paris Orly Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at ORY can land you a better rate.
You can find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Hop off your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Paris and make your way to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central Paris is around 88 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and usually takes 1 hour 30 minutes to reach driving.
The journey will take around 2 hours 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by staying at a hotel near BVA after your YUL to Paris flight. Recharge after a day of travel or just give yourself time to settle into a new destination at:
Take control of the next leg of your trip by picking up a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar will get you on the road.
About three weeks ahead of your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Paris is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from BVA. You're more likely to get a better rate or catch some early booking discounts.
Beauvais-Tille Airport's street address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Paris. The city buzzes in peak season, but prices are often higher and attractions can be busy. Visit Paris in low season if you want a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Paris flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from YUL to Paris around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Paris, browse our range of hotels including:
Louvre Museum and Eiffel Tower are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Paris travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored once you've seen Paris. Around 386 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Nantes is another essential stop in France and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. No trip is complete without a visit to Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.