Flying from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) to Montreal: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 7 hours 45 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Montreal.
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-5. The city is six hours behind Nice, where Nice Cote d'Azur Airport is located.
Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most traveled route, with four flights a week to choose from. You can fly from NCE to YUL at 12:10 with Air Canada.
Give yourself enough time to get on your NCE to Montreal flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
You can book a direct Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Montreal ticket. Start your trip at NCE and end it at Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Book your ticket with Air Canada. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Montreal.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for plane tickets from NCE to Montreal, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)
NCE is about 6 kilometres from central Nice. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near NCE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Montreal or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Of all flights departing from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) to Montreal
ر.ق. 1,021 is currently the best price for a one-way Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Montreal flight. A return plane ticket starts from ر.ق. 2,010. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Book one month before flying. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from NCE to Montreal.
June is the best month for nabbing a fantastic deal on Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Montreal tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The distance from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is roughly 19 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Montreal. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from NCE to Montreal.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
Once your flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Montreal has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Montreal is roughly 23 kilometres from Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to YHU. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your NCE to Montreal flight:
Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's left over, by booking your ride from YHU ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during peak travel times.
Best time to go to Montreal
January is the quietest month for flights from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Montreal, while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to visit Montreal based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Montreal plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from NCE to Montreal in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest 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 top stays in Montreal right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Montreal:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Montreal Botanical Garden, Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are top sights which should be on any good Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Montreal. Around 499 kilometres away to the southwest, its best attractions include CN Tower, The Top CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum.
Around 153 kilometres west of Montreal, Ottawa is another favourite stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
