Travelling from Montreal to Paris: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Montreal to Paris jetting off from here.
Step off the plane at one of Paris's major entry points like Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Alternatively, make your way to this city landing at Paris Orly Airport (ORY) or Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
Hop on a direct Montreal to Paris flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 7 hours.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Montreal.
With 39 weekly flights between the two airports, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Montreal to Paris with Air France at 17:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from YUL to CDG is with Air France at 22:30.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Montreal to Paris flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Paris
$382 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Paris. Return flights start at $693. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Book six months before you want to fly. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Montreal to Paris flights.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Montreal to Paris is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Begin your journey at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), which offers a range of direct flights from Montreal to Paris. From YUL, you can fly without any stops to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
You can choose from a range of airlines offering direct Montreal to Paris plane tickets with departures from YUL, including:
The journey from central Montreal to YUL takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a handy hotel near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Montreal to Paris, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights departing from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% land on time at their destination.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Paris. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 45 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near CDG if you have a late flight from Montreal to Paris. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car and explore Paris and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
As soon as your flight from Montreal to Paris has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 55 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to ORY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Montreal to Paris:
Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Paris Orly Airport rental car simple. These reliable suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at ORY will help you stay within budget.
The address for Paris Orly Airport is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is around 72 kilometres from the centre of Paris. It'll take you about 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Montreal to Paris.
Public transport can take you there in around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Book a hotel close to BVA and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late Montreal to Paris flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options will have you settling in quickly:
Whether you're searching for a budget-friendly compact for a solo getaway or a full-size SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the ideal Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car for you. Check out wheels available from suppliers such as Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your vehicle from BVA three weeks before your flight from Montreal to Paris to access the best rates.
Beauvais-Tille Airport's street address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
January is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Paris, while June is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to visit Paris based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Book your Montreal to Paris ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from Montreal to Paris around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Montreal to Paris, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are top attractions which should feature on any good Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered after you've seen Paris. Around 386 kilometres to the south-east, popular attractions include Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in France, consider Nantes, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes are the start of reasons to visit.