Flying from Montreal to Dubai: what you need to know
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is Montreal's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Montreal to Dubai taking off from here.
When it comes to working out where to arrive in Dubai, Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the primary hubs.
12 hours 10 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Montreal to Dubai. Following the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is 8 hours ahead of Montreal.
With 20 flights a week between the two airports, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Montreal to Dubai with Emirates at 09:20. If you're keen to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from YUL to DXB is with Emirates at 10:20.
To ensure you catch your flight from Montreal to Dubai, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
When travelling to United Arab Emirates for tourism purposes, you'll need a visa if you hold a passport from Canada. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the length and purpose of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before booking your cheap flight from Montreal to Dubai.
Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You can book a nonstop flight from Montreal to Dubai departing from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Start your journey at YUL and end it at Dubai Airport (DXB).
Emirates is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Montreal to Dubai taking off from YUL.
The journey from central Montreal to YUL takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Montreal to Dubai, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
It'll take around 49 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Montreal to Dubai. Book one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Central Dubai is located around 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Once your flight from Montreal to Dubai has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 45 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take around 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to DWC. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Montreal to Dubai:
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Dubai
Right now, $808 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Dubai. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,378. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from Montreal to Dubai, book your journey 8 months ahead of your departure.
April is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Montreal to Dubai. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Best time to go to Dubai
April is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Dubai, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Dubai based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Montreal to Dubai, think about the kind of weather you like best. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Montreal to Dubai in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Dubai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Dubai right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Montreal to Dubai:
Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall Heart are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Dubai must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Desert safari tourism.
Complete your Dubai trip with a car rental
Discover our lineup of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Montreal to Dubai. Whether you're after a compact ride, family sedan or something more luxurious, you can compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.
