Travelling from Montreal to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know
Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Montreal.
Your flight from Montreal to CPT won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Travelling from central Montreal to YUL takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kms (12 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Montreal to Cape Town International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
67% of flights leaving from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Montreal to YHU in about 1 hour. The airport is roughly 23 kms (14 miles) away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Montreal to CPT flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Montreal Metropolitan Airport:
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Have a late flight from Montreal to Cape Town International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near CPT and get cosy, quick:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Montreal to Cape Town International Airport flight.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
From Cape Town International Airport, central Cape Town is around 19 kms (12 miles) away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
At the moment, £458 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Cape Town International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £766. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Montreal to CPT if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Montreal to Cape Town International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to visit Cape Town. January is when most people book flights from Montreal to Cape Town International Airport (CPT), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Montreal to CPT plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Montreal to Cape Town International Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 18ºC.
More about Cape Town
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Cape Town right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Montreal to Cape Town International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Table Mountain, The Rock and Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden are leading attractions which should be on every Cape Town itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
Saldanha is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered after you've seen Cape Town. Around 121 kms (75 miles) away to the northwest, popular attractions include North Head Lighthouse, Hoedjieskop Museum and Pietskiet Museum.
Next stop? Set out for Ceres. It's about 97 kms (60 miles) northeast of Cape Town and is known for highlights including Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve and Togryers Museum.
