Traveling from Montreal to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ): What you need to know
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is Montreal's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) taking off from here.
Leipzig is five hours ahead of Montreal. Leipzig/Halle Airport is located in Leipzig, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Your flight from Montreal to LEJ won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
If you're flying during a public holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Traveling from central Montreal to YUL takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Montreal to Leipzig/Halle Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, data shows 64.89% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
YHU is around 40 kilometers from central Montreal. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before your Montreal to LEJ flight, stay in one of these hotels close to St. Hubert Airport:
About Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
If you have a late flight from Montreal to Leipzig/Halle Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near LEJ:
Pick up a Leipzig/Halle Airport rental car and discover Leipzig and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Sixt are top providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your Montreal to Leipzig/Halle Airport flight.
Getting from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to central Leipzig
Leipzig/Halle Airport is roughly 13 kilometers from central Leipzig. How long it takes to get to the center by cab or car rental will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Leipzig/Halle Airport is $467. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $772. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Montreal to LEJ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Montreal to Leipzig/Halle Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
February is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ), while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Leipzig based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Montreal to LEJ plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Leipzig, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Montreal to Leipzig/Halle Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Leipzig
After booking your flight from Montreal to Leipzig/Halle Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Leipzig:
Your visit to Leipzig isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions worth exploring include Holocaust Memorial, Oper Leipzig and Museum of Fine Arts.
Explore more of Germany
Leipzig is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Germany you should also see. About 145 kilometers north-east of Leipzig, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Brandenburger Tor and Berlin Wall.
If you want to check out another major destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, roughly 290 kilometers north-west of Leipzig. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are the start of reasons to visit.
