Travelling from Colombo to Montreal: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll leave from in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Colombo to Montreal departing from here.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the primary arrival point in Montreal.
To ensure you make it on your Colombo to Montreal flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Montreal
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Colombo to Montreal flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Colombo to Montreal across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Flying from Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing Colombo to Montreal flights departing from Bandaranaike International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central Colombo to CMB takes about 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a handy hotel near Bandaranaike International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Colombo to Montreal, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
75.71% of flights leaving from Bandaranaike International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The distance from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is roughly 16 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to YUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Colombo to Montreal. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and experience more of Montreal and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks ahead of your Colombo to Montreal flight.
YUL is situated at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is roughly 26 kilometres from central Montreal. After your flight from Colombo to Montreal, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Why wait? 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 bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Lock in your ride from YHU as soon as you know your dates.
Best time to go to Montreal
August is the busiest month for flights from Colombo to Montreal. To skip the crowds, head to Montreal in February.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Colombo to Montreal ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Look for cheap flights from Colombo to Montreal around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Montreal right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Colombo to Montreal:
Mount Royal Park and Montreal Botanical Garden are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Montreal to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Montreal, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Journey around 499 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its must-visit sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 153 kilometres west of Montreal, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.
