Traveling from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Around 5 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Reykjavik.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is located in Montreal. Following the UTC+0 timezone, Reykjavik is four hours ahead of Montreal.
Give yourself enough time to make your YUL to Reykjavik flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You can book a direct Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Reykjavik ticket. Begin your journey at YUL and touch down at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
Air Canada is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Reykjavik.
Traveling from central Montreal to YUL takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your vacation? Stay near YUL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Reykjavik or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the flights that depart from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Reykjavik
AED 1,005 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is AED 1,738. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik takes around 50 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 48 kilometers away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near KEF:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and explore beyond Reykjavik's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from YUL to Reykjavik can help you secure the lowest rate.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
The center of Reykjavik is around 2 kilometers from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). Once your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Reykjavik has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city center in 25 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near RKV. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your YUL to Reykjavik flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Europcar, RAS Car Rental and Hertz make collecting a Reykjavik International Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Travel to Reykjavik in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Reykjavik during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YUL to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Reykjavik, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Perlan and Hallgrimskirkja silhouette are a couple of top attractions to put on your Reykjavik to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Museum of Iceland.
Explore more of Iceland
You've done Reykjavik, now it's time to discover other corners of Iceland. Travel about 241 kilometers north-east to Akureyri to check off its leading attractions. From Akureyri Art Museum to Hof Cultural and Conference Center and Nonni's House, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Iceland, head for Vestmannaeyjar, roughly 121 kilometers south-east of Reykjavik. Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn are the start of reasons to visit.