Flying from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Belfast: what you need to know
The timezone in Belfast is UTC+0. The city is four hours ahead of Montreal, where Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to make your YUL to Belfast flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Located around 16 kilometres from central Montreal, YUL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near YUL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Belfast or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Of the departures from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% touch down on time at their destination.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Belfast
$663 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Belfast flight. Return plane tickets start at $1,083. These fares may change based on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from YUL to Belfast. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
Look into staying at a hotel near BFS if you're coming in on a late flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Belfast. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Belfast International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and explore beyond Belfast's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Belfast International Airport around three weeks before your flight from YUL to Belfast.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Central Belfast is about 8 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). Once your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Belfast has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 10 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near BHD. Kick back and get cosy after your YUL to Belfast flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Budget, Sixt and Alamo make picking up a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at BHD will help you save.
Best time to go to Belfast
Plan your trip to Belfast during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Belfast in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Belfast flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC to 19ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YUL to Belfast in January when temperatures average between 1ºC and 8ºC.
More about Belfast
After booking your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Belfast, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Belfast:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre, Titanic Belfast and Botanic Gardens are top sights which should be on any well-planned Belfast itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done Belfast, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Journey around 354 kilometres south-east to Birmingham to check off its leading attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Bristol is another must-experience destination in United Kingdom and is around 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast. No journey is complete without dropping by Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.