Traveling from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Montreal: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Keflavik International Airport to Montreal is 5 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-4. The city is 4 hours behind Reykjavik, where Keflavik International Airport is located.
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most popular route, with 2 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from KEF to YUL is with Air Canada at 10:00. Opt for the first departure operated by Air Canada at 09:45 if you want to get going early.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from KEF to Montreal.
Flying over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can catch a direct flight from Keflavik International Airport to Montreal. Begin your journey at KEF and end it at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Air Canada is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Keflavik International Airport to Montreal.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from KEF to Montreal, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
If you have a passport from Iceland, you will need an ETA to enter Canada. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Keflavik International Airport to Montreal for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're traveling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before flying.
Traveling from central Reykjavik to KEF takes approximately 1 hour and 13 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometers in 49 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a convenient hotel close to KEF? If you're boarding an early flight from Keflavik International Airport to Montreal, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Montreal
$276 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Keflavik International Airport to Montreal. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $660. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Book 4 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from KEF to Montreal.
The cheapest month for tickets from Keflavik International Airport to Montreal is December. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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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 kilometers. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the center driving.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours and 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Keflavik International Airport to Montreal. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is about 40 kilometers from central Montreal. Once you've hopped off your flight from Keflavik International Airport to Montreal, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near YHU. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from KEF to Montreal:
Best time to go to Montreal
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Keflavik International Airport to Montreal while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Montreal, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Keflavik International Airport to Montreal in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Search for cheap flights from KEF to Montreal sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
Once you've booked your flight from Keflavik International Airport to Montreal, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Montreal:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are essential stops on your Montreal itinerary.
Complete your Montreal trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Montreal and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare options in one go to find the ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Keflavik International Airport to Montreal.
