Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Montreal: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Montreal is 7 hours 21 minutes.
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-4. The city is 5 hours behind Barcelona, where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). You can choose from 11 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BCN to YUL is the 11:15 Air Canada option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 15:00 with Air Transat.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from BCN to Montreal. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Montreal that arrives at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Keep an eye out for promotions from Air Canada. This airline operates direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Montreal.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from BCN to Montreal that includes a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
When travelling to Canada for tourism purposes, you'll need an ETA if you hold a passport from Spain. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need additional documents depending on the length and purpose of your visit. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Montreal.
Travelling from central Barcelona to BCN takes approximately 33 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 24 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a convenient hotel near BCN? If you've booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Montreal, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Montreal
P16,466 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Montreal. Return flights start from P18,701. These fares can change based on demand.
Book 9 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BCN to Montreal.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Montreal. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal takes around 25 minutes by car. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near YUL if you have a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Montreal. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is roughly 40 kilometres from central Montreal. Following your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Montreal, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from BCN to Montreal, tuck yourself in at a hotel near YHU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Montreal
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Montreal while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Montreal, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Montreal, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from BCN to Montreal in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Montreal
After locking in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Montreal, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Montreal:
Mount Royal Park and Montreal Botanical Garden are just two of the top attractions to put on your Montreal itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Complete your Montreal trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Montreal and explore the city at your leisure. Easily compare options in one place to find your perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Montreal.