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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zurich to Montreal? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Montreal.$755 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 May, returning Mon, 12 May.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Zurich on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $755, select.
Montreal.$756 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug, returning Thu, 4 Sep.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Zurich on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $756, select.
Montreal.$765 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Jun, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Zurich on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $765, select.
Montreal.$766 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Zurich on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $766, select.
Montreal.$769 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Apr, returning Wed, 7 May.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Zurich on Thu, 24 Apr, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $769, select.
Montreal.$800 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $800, select.
Montreal.$830 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Zurich on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $830, select.
Montreal.$834 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Zurich on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $834, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Montreal

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Montreal flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from $839
May
from $755
Jun
from $765
Jul
from $842
Aug
from $888
Sep
from $800
Oct
from $849
Nov
from $854
Dec
from $947
Jan
from $857
Feb
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Mar
from $880

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Zurich to Montreal: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$755
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time8 hrs, 27 mins
Most popular airlineSWISS
Average flights per week15

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Montreal: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Montreal: Montreal St Hubert, Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau and Montreal Mirabel.
The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Montreal is $755. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
8 hours and 27 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Montreal.
SWISS and Air Canada fly direct from Zurich to Montreal.
As of April 2025, there are 15 flights per week flying from Zurich to Montreal.
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Montreal is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Zurich Airport, the cheapest airport near Montreal is Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau – which is 16.1 km away from the centre of Montreal. We've found flights into this airport from $755.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Montreal on Thursday, 1 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 27 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Montreal but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Montreal is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 5°C. July is typically the warmest month in Montreal, when it usually averages around 25°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -17°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, KLM and Air Canada offer the cheapest flight tickets to Montreal.

Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Montreal: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Montreal is 7 hours 27 minutes.

  • Zurich Airport is located in Zurich. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Montreal is 5 hours behind Zurich.

  • With 10 weekly flights between the two airports, Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most popular route. SWISS operates the earliest flight at 11:50. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from ZRH to YUL is with SWISS at 12:45.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from ZRH to Montreal, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • You can book a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Montreal that lands at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).

  • SWISS is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Zurich Airport to Montreal.

  • To travel to Canada for tourism purposes, you'll need an ETA if you have a passport from Switzerland. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the duration and purpose of your stay. Always check the latest guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Zurich Airport to Montreal.

  • ZRH is around 13 kilometres from central Zurich. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes.

  • In search of a convenient hotel close to ZRH? If you're boarding an early flight from Zurich Airport to Montreal, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Montreal

  • $581 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Zurich Airport to Montreal. A return flight starts at $755. These fares may change based on availability and demand.

  • Score cheap tickets from ZRH to Montreal by booking at least 2 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • October is the cheapest month for tickets from Zurich Airport to Montreal. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Locking in a cheap ticket from ZRH to Montreal is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has fallen.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Zurich Airport to Montreal. Simply enter your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Montreal

Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

  • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is about 25 minutes by car. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 2 hours and 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Zurich Airport to Montreal, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near YUL:

St. Hubert Airport (YHU)

Best time to go to Montreal

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Montreal. August is the busiest month to travel to Montreal. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Zurich Airport to Montreal in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from ZRH to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.

More about Montreal

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Montreal right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Zurich Airport to Montreal:

  • Mount Royal Park and Montreal Botanical Garden are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Montreal itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.

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