Flying from Houston to Montreal: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Houston to Montreal. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are the main airports in Houston.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is where your flight will arrive in Montreal.
The average length of a direct Houston to Montreal flight is 3 hours 50 minutes.
Montreal is one hour ahead of Houston and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
With seven flights a week between the two airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Houston to Montreal with Air Canada at 08:30. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from IAH to YUL is with Air Canada at 14:30.
To ensure you get on your Houston to Montreal flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like July or vacation periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and four hours ahead of international departures is a smart idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Montreal
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Flying from Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can get a direct flight from Houston to Montreal leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Begin your journey at IAH and touch down at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Reserve your Houston to Montreal plane tickets with Air Canada. This carrier is a top choice for direct flights from IAH.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing Houston to Montreal flights leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Houston, IAH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Houston to Montreal, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
78.42% of flights taking off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Houston to Montreal flight, here's where you can stop when taking off from William P. Hobby Airport:
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Houston to Montreal? Check in to a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your vacation officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
Flights from William P. Hobby Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 81.06% of them arriving within the expected time frame.
The address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Montreal. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to YUL if you have a late flight from Houston to Montreal. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car and discover Montreal and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are top outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is around 26 kilometres from central Montreal. After your flight from Houston to Montreal, it takes approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Grab a St. Hubert Airport rental car and set the course for your next destination. You can select from leading companies like Enterprise and Budget.
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from YHU a few weeks in advance so you can simply grab the keys and go.
Best time to go to Montreal
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Houston to Montreal. August is the busiest month to visit Montreal. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Houston to Montreal ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Houston to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Houston to Montreal, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Mount Royal Park and Montreal Botanical Garden are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Montreal travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Montreal, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Travel around 499 kilometres south-west to Toronto to check off its must-visit sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 153 kilometres west of Montreal, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.
