Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Montreal: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Montreal is 12 hours 15 minutes.
Dubai Airport is located in Dubai. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Montreal is eight hours behind Dubai.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most popular route, with seven flights a week to choose from. You can travel from DXB to YUL at 02:30 with Emirates.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your DXB to Montreal flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You can book a direct Dubai Airport to Montreal ticket. Start your journey at DXB and arrive at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Take to the skies with Emirates. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Dubai Airport to Montreal.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from DXB to Montreal, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
DXB is about 10 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to DXB? If you're boarding an early flight from Dubai Airport to Montreal, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai Airport, data shows 74.31% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Montreal
$764 is currently the best price for a one-way Dubai Airport to Montreal flight. Return plane tickets start at $1,054. 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 about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai Airport to Montreal, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near YUL:
Travel at your own speed with a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and find adventure across Montreal and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking 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)
Central Montreal is located around 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). After your flight from Dubai Airport to Montreal has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near YHU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your DXB to Montreal flight:
Land, grab your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and drive off without missing a beat. Enterprise and Budget are leading outlets to select from here.
Save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from YHU a few weeks in advance so you can simply get the keys and go.
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
After booking your flight from Dubai Airport to Montreal, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Montreal:
There are so many things to explore 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 top sights which should feature on any good 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 499 kilometres 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 153 kilometres west of Montreal. No trip is complete without visiting Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.