Flying from Montreal to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Frankfurt jetting off from here.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are Frankfurt's primary hubs.
7 hours 13 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Montreal to Frankfurt. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is 5 hours ahead of Montreal.
With 18 weekly flights between the two airports, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Montreal to Frankfurt with Air Canada at 18:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from YUL to FRA is with Air Canada at 21:35.
To ensure you catch your flight from Montreal to Frankfurt, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you have a passport from Canada and are travelling to Germany for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the duration of your stay and can be subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap flight from Montreal to Frankfurt.
Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Jet off from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) on a nonstop flight from Montreal to Frankfurt. From YUL, you can land directly at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Air Canada is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Montreal to Frankfurt taking off from YUL.
YUL is about 26 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Montreal to Frankfurt? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport:
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
It'll take around 37 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to Frankfurt. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is about 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. After your flight from Montreal to Frankfurt, expect a drive time of approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near HHN. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Montreal to Frankfurt:
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Frankfurt
At the moment, $412 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Frankfurt. The cheapest price for a return flight is $784. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Montreal to Frankfurt.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Montreal to Frankfurt is April. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Best time to go to Frankfurt
July is the most popular month for flights from Montreal to Frankfurt. To avoid the crowds, head to Frankfurt in February.
Schedule your flight from Montreal to Frankfurt for July if you'd like to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Frankfurt to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Montreal to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC and 7ºC.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Frankfurt right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Montreal to Frankfurt:
Palmengarten and Goethe House are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Frankfurt to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Frankfurt Cathedral.
Complete your Frankfurt trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Montreal to Frankfurt to track down deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need to drive in Frankfurt, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.