Cheap Flights from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) to Montreal (YMQA)

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Flight deals from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Montreal

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Montreal? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £341. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis St Paul to Montreal

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Minneapolis St Paul to Montreal flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Montreal

Alternative Minneapolis St Paul to Montreal routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Minneapolis St Paul to Montreal? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Minneapolis to Montreal: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£286
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 37 mins
Most popular airlineAir France
Average flights per week81

Finding cheap flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Montreal: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Montreal: Montreal St Hubert, Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau and Montreal Mirabel.
The best price we found for a return flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Montreal is £286. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 37 minutes is the average flight time from Minneapolis St Paul to Montreal.
Air France, WestJet and Air Canada fly direct from Minneapolis St Paul to Montreal.
As of March 2026, there are 79 flights per week flying from Minneapolis St Paul to Montreal.
The cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis St Paul to Montreal is usually May.
If you're flying from Minneapolis St Paul Airport, the cheapest airport near Montreal is Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau – which is 10.0 miles away from the centre of Montreal. We've found flights into this airport from £286.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Montreal on Monday, 4 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 37 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Montreal but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Montreal is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around -4°C. July is typically the warmest month in Montreal, when it usually averages around 25°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -17°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Sun Country Airlines and WestJet offer the cheapest flight tickets to Montreal.

Flying from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Montreal: what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Montreal.

  • The timezone in Montreal is UTC-4. The city is one hour ahead of Minneapolis, where Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located.

  • The busiest route is from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Take your pick of 20 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MSP to YUL is the 08:15 Air Canada service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 20:05 with Delta Air Lines.

  • Allow plenty of time to catch your MSP to Montreal flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're travelling 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. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.

  • Begin your trip at MSP and travel nonstop to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Montreal tickets.

  • There's a good selection of carriers that offer direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Montreal, such as:

  • We make it simple to book plane tickets from MSP to Montreal with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • Travelling from central Minneapolis to MSP takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 7 miles in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • In search of a hotel near MSP? If you've booked an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Montreal, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • 77.37% of flights that leave from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • MSP's address is 6040 28th Avenue South.

How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Montreal

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Montreal flight is £130. The cheapest price for a return flight is £286. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from MSP to Montreal, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Montreal tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MSP to Montreal by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Montreal with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Montreal

Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

  • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 miles away.

  • It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Montreal. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and see more of Montreal and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from MSP to Montreal.

  • The street address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.

St. Hubert Airport (YHU)

  • After your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Montreal has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Montreal is roughly 25 miles from St. Hubert Airport (YHU).

  • Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to YHU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your MSP to Montreal flight:

  • Touch down, grab your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and set off without skipping a beat. Enterprise and Budget are top outlets to select from here.

  • Get your ideal vehicle, not just what's available, by booking your ride from YHU before your arrival. You can also avoid paying more than you need to, especially when demand is high.

Best time to go to Montreal

  • Before locking in your flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Montreal, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Montreal offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.

  • Book a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Montreal plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MSP to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).

More about Montreal

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Montreal right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Montreal:

  • All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Montreal Botanical Garden, Mount Royal Park and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are attractions you won't want to skip in Montreal.

Explore more of Canada

  • You've done Montreal, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Journey about 310 miles south-west to Toronto to tick off its leading sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 95 miles west of Montreal, Ottawa is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.

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