Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Montreal: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Montreal and you'll be travelling for an average of 12 hours 10 minutes.
Dubai Airport is located in Dubai. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Montreal is 8 hours behind Dubai.
With 10 flights a week between the two airports, Dubai Airport (DXB) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most popular route. Emirates operates the earliest flight at 02:25. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from DXB to YUL is with Emirates at 02:30.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from DXB to Montreal.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
You can book a nonstop flight from Dubai Airport to Montreal that lands at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Get on board with Emirates. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Dubai Airport to Montreal.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for flights from DXB to Montreal, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
To enter Canada for tourism purposes, you'll need an ETA if you have a passport from United Arab Emirates. However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and length of your visit. Always check the most recent guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Dubai Airport to Montreal.
The journey from central Dubai to DXB takes about 49 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a handy hotel close to DXB? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai Airport to Montreal, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Montreal
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Dubai Airport to Montreal is $698. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,121. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from DXB to Montreal, reserve your trip 9 months before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Dubai Airport to Montreal. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from looking for flight tickets from DXB to Montreal every day.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai Airport to Montreal, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports 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 around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to YUL if you have a late flight from Dubai Airport to Montreal. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
The centre of Montreal is around 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). Once your flight from Dubai Airport to Montreal has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
After your flight from DXB to Montreal, unwind at a hotel close to YHU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Montreal
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to Montreal. August is the most popular month to travel to Montreal. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
When booking your flight from Dubai Airport to Montreal, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Search for cheap flights from DXB to Montreal around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
After locking in your flight from Dubai Airport to Montreal, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Montreal:
Mount Royal Park and Montreal Botanical Garden are just two of the big attractions to put on your Montreal to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
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