Flying from Medellin to Montreal: what you need to know
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) is Medellin's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Medellin to Montreal taking off from here.
Come in for landing at Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL), the chief entry point to Montreal.
Montreal's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Medellin.
Leave enough time to get on your Medellin to Montreal flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Montreal
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Medellin to Montreal flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
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Flying from Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE)
We make it simple to find a Medellin to Montreal flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)
Cartagena Airport (CTG)
MDE is around 18 kilometers from central Medellin. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Medellin to Montreal, these accommodation options will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
76% of flights that leave from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport make it to their destination on time.
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) is approximately 16 kilometers from central Montreal. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 25 minutes.
Traveling to the center by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Book a hotel near YUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Medellin to Montreal. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and explore beyond Montreal's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport about four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal St Hubert Airport (YHU)
Montreal St Hubert Airport (YHU) is roughly 11 kilometers from central Montreal. After your flight from Medellin to Montreal, it takes approximately 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near YHU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Medellin to Montreal:
Grab a Montreal St Hubert Airport rental car and take the scenic route to your next destination. You can select from trusted providers like Enterprise and Budget.
Generally speaking, the earlier you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Lock in your ride from YHU the moment you know your dates.
Best time to go to Montreal
November is the quietest month for flights from Medellin to Montreal, while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Montreal based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Medellin to Montreal ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Medellin to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Medellin to Montreal, explore our selection of hotels including:
Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal and Montreal International Jazz Festival are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Montreal travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Cirque du Soleil.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometers west of Montreal, a trip to Ottawa will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Canada, consider Laval, roughly 16 kilometers northwest of Montreal. Cosmodôme, Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles and Nature Center are key reasons to visit.