Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Montreal: what you need to know
Approximately 6 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Montreal.
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-4. The city is 4 hours behind London, where London Gatwick Airport is located.
With 3 weekly flights between the two airports, London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most popular route. Air Transat operates the earliest flight at 11:35. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from LGW to YUL is with Air Transat at 11:40.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from LGW to Montreal.
During popular months such as August, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Direct flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Montreal are available for booking. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is where you'll disembark.
Book your ticket with Air Transat. This popular airline offers direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Montreal.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from LGW to Montreal. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB)
You'll need an ETA for Canada if you hold a passport from United Kingdom and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Montreal, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Located around 80 kilometres from the centre of London, LGW can be reached in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near LGW. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Montreal or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Montreal
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Montreal is Rs74,974. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs129,670. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap tickets from LGW to Montreal by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Montreal is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is roughly 26 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 2 hours and 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Montreal, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near YUL:
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is roughly 40 kilometres from central Montreal. After your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Montreal, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 45 minutes.
After your flight from LGW to Montreal, settle 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 busiest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Montreal. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Montreal in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Montreal in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from LGW to Montreal in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Montreal
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Montreal right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Montreal:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are attractions you won't want to skip in Montreal.
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