Travelling from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Montreal: what you need to know
Kigali International Airport is located in Kigali. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Montreal is six hours behind Kigali.
Give yourself enough time to catch your KGL to Montreal flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flight tickets from KGL to Montreal, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Kigali, KGL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near KGL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Kigali International Airport to Montreal or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kigali International Airport, 71.6% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Montreal
ر.ق. 1,970 is currently the best price for a one-way Kigali International Airport to Montreal flight. A return flight ticket starts from ر.ق. 3,612. These prices can change based on demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from KGL to Montreal. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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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 to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
Book a hotel close to YUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Kigali International Airport to Montreal. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Montreal and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from KGL to Montreal.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Once your flight from Kigali International Airport to Montreal has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Montreal is roughly 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to YHU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your KGL to Montreal flight:
Why wait around for public transport? A St. Hubert Airport rental car lets you start your journey right away. Turn up the music and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Enterprise or Budget.
Usually, the earlier you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Reserve your ride from YHU once your travel dates are set.
Best time to go to Montreal
Before locking in your flights from Kigali International Airport to Montreal, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Montreal offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your Kigali International Airport to Montreal flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KGL to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Montreal
Once you've booked your flight from Kigali International Airport to Montreal, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Montreal:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Montreal Botanical Garden, Mount Royal Park and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are must-do's during your Montreal adventure.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored after you've seen Montreal. Around 499 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Ottawa is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres west of Montreal. No journey is complete without seeing Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.
