Flying from San Juan to Montreal: what you need to know
San Juan's main base, Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from San Juan to Montreal.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the primary gateway where you can land in Montreal.
On average, direct flights from San Juan to Montreal take 4 hours 42 minutes. Montreal and San Juan share the same timezone (UTC-4), which means you won't have to change your watch after you arrive.
To ensure you catch your flight from San Juan to Montreal, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
You can visit Canada for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Puerto Rico. But before organising your cheap flight from San Juan to Montreal, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
Flying from San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Set off from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) on a nonstop flight from San Juan to Montreal. From SJU, you can travel directly to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
You can book a direct flight from San Juan to Montreal with Air Canada. This popular airline offers services from SJU.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from San Juan to Montreal. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of San Juan, SJU can be reached in approximately 11 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 56 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near Luis Munoz Marin International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from San Juan to Montreal, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is roughly 26 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours and 15 minutes.
If you have a late flight from San Juan to Montreal, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near YUL:
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Montreal. Once you've hopped off your flight from San Juan to Montreal, allow for a drive time of approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes on public transport.
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 put your feet up after your flight from San Juan to Montreal:
How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to Montreal
Right now, $166 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Juan to Montreal. The cheapest price for a return flight is $618. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap tickets from San Juan to Montreal by booking at least 5 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for tickets from San Juan to Montreal is January. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from San Juan to Montreal. Simply select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Best time to go to Montreal
February is the quietest month for flights from San Juan to Montreal, while August is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Montreal based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from San Juan to Montreal, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from San Juan to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Montreal
Once you've booked your flight from San Juan to Montreal, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Montreal:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are essential stops on your Montreal itinerary.
Complete your Montreal trip with a car rental
Browse our lineup of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from San Juan to Montreal. Whether you're searching for an SUV, a compact ride or something in between, you can compare companies in one go to get the best deal.
