Flying from Montreal to Dubai: what you need to know
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) is Montreal's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Montreal to Dubai leaving from here.
Arrive in Dubai at Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Around 12 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct Montreal to Dubai flight.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is nine hours ahead of Montreal.
The busiest route for flights from Montreal to Dubai is from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) to Dubai Airport (DXB). Choose from seven services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YUL to DXB is the 09:20 Emirates service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final scheduled service is at 10:20 with Emirates.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Montreal to Dubai flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Dubai
$494 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Dubai. A return flight starts from $883. These prices may change depending on availability.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
You can book a direct flight from Montreal to Dubai leaving from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL). Begin your trip at YUL and touch down at Dubai Airport (DXB).
Emirates is a well-known airline that offers direct Montreal to Dubai plane tickets leaving from YUL.
Located around 16 kilometers from the center of Montreal, YUL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Montreal to Dubai? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport:
67% of flights departing from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport land at their destination on schedule.
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 5 kilometers away.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Montreal to Dubai. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and discover Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Rental are top providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead of your Montreal to Dubai flight.
Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is about 48 kilometers from central Dubai. Once you've hopped off your flight from Montreal to Dubai, it takes approximately 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Traveling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near DWC. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Montreal to Dubai:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Quicklease Car Rental, Quick Drive or Golden Key Car Rental and be on your way in a flash.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from DWC three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
December is the most popular month for flights from Montreal to Dubai. To avoid the crowds, visit Dubai in March.
Before locking in your Montreal to Dubai tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap flights from Montreal to Dubai around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Dubai right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Montreal to Dubai:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk are must-visits when exploring Dubai.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates you'll want to see. About 26 kilometers east of Dubai, a trip to Sharjah will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Sharjah Archaeology Museum, Cultural Palace and Sharjah Science Museum.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in the United Arab Emirates, head for Abu Dhabi, roughly 129 kilometers southwest of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Zayed The 2nd Mosque and Masjid are highlights.