Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Montreal: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Montreal and you'll be in the air for an average of 12 hours 15 minutes.
Montreal is eight hours behind Dubai, where Dubai Airport is located. Montreal observes the UTC-4 timezone.
The busiest route is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Take your pick of seven weekly services between these two airports. Emirates offers a 02:30 departure between DXB and YUL.
To avoid missing your DXB to Montreal flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Start your journey at DXB and fly straight to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Dubai Airport to Montreal tickets.
Get on board with Emirates. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Dubai Airport to Montreal.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from DXB to Montreal. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 6 miles from central Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near DXB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dubai Airport to Montreal or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:
74.31% of flights leaving from Dubai Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Montreal
£287 is currently the best price for a one-way Dubai Airport to Montreal flight. Return plane tickets start at £581. These fares can change based on availability.
Score cheap flights from DXB to Montreal by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.
May is the best month for nabbing an amazing deal on Dubai Airport to Montreal tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 miles away.
It typically takes 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near YUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Dubai Airport to Montreal. Pick one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Pick up a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car and discover Montreal and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks before your flight from DXB to Montreal.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Once your flight from Dubai Airport to Montreal has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Montreal is roughly 25 miles from St. Hubert Airport (YHU).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near YHU. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your DXB to Montreal flight:
Grab a St. Hubert Airport rental car and be in control of your journey. You can choose from leading providers like Enterprise and Budget.
Typically, the earlier you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Secure your ride from YHU as soon as you know your dates.
Best time to go to Montreal
Plan your trip to Montreal during peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Dubai Airport to Montreal in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Dubai Airport to Montreal plane ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Montreal
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Montreal right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai Airport to Montreal:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Montreal Botanical Garden, Mount Royal Park and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada waiting to be explored. About 310 miles south-west of Montreal, a visit to Toronto will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Ottawa is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 95 miles west of Montreal. No trip is complete without visiting Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.