Flying from Glasgow to Montreal: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll catch your flight from Glasgow to Montreal. Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the main airports in Glasgow.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the primary point of entry to Montreal.
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-4, which is four hours behind Glasgow.
Leave plenty of time to make your Glasgow to Montreal flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Montreal
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap Glasgow to Montreal flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing Glasgow to Montreal flights leaving from Glasgow International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Travelling from central Glasgow to GLA takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 7 miles in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a convenient hotel near Glasgow International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow to Montreal, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
70.07% of flights that leave from Glasgow International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Think about adding a stop at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). It's a major stopover on a Glasgow to Montreal flight out of Glasgow Prestwick Airport. Use a long layover to explore nearby, or take advantage of a quick break to browse the airport stores.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in around 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 30 miles away. Driving will take you about 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Glasgow to Montreal? Check in to a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your break officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.7%. This figure highlights how often flights that take off from this airport arrive on schedule.
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The distance from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is approximately 10 miles. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Montreal. Book one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
Pick up a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car and explore Montreal and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Central Montreal is about 16 miles from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). After your flight from Glasgow to Montreal has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Why waste time waiting for public transport? A St. Hubert Airport rental car lets you get moving right away. Turn up the music and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Enterprise or Budget.
Lock in the vehicle you want, not just what's available, by securing your ride from YHU ahead of your arrival. You'll also avoid paying more than you have to, especially during busy airport times.
Best time to go to Montreal
February is the quietest month for flights from Glasgow to Montreal, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Montreal based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Glasgow to Montreal ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for cheap flights from Glasgow to Montreal around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
After booking your flight from Glasgow to Montreal, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Montreal:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are must-visits when exploring Montreal.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Montreal. Around 310 miles to the south-west, its top attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Around 95 miles west of Montreal, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.