Flying from Nairobi to Montreal: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Nairobi. Check out your options departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL) when booking your flight from Nairobi to Montreal.
Touch down at Montreal's chief entry point, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-4, which is seven hours behind Nairobi.
To ensure you board your Nairobi to Montreal flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Montreal
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Nairobi to Montreal flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
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Flying from Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Nairobi to Montreal flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
NBO is about 11 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Nairobi to Montreal, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of the departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% touch down on time at their destination.
Arriving 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 16 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Book a hotel near YUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Nairobi to Montreal. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and experience more of Montreal and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
The street address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
The centre of Montreal is about 26 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). As soon as your flight from Nairobi to Montreal has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Touch down, grab your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and hit the road without skipping a beat. Enterprise and Budget are well-known outlets you can book with here.
Generally, the earlier you book, the more you save and the better your options. Secure your ride from YHU as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Best time to go to Montreal
February is the quietest month for flights from Nairobi to Montreal, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Montreal based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Nairobi to Montreal tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Nairobi to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Montreal
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Montreal right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Montreal:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are must-do's during your Montreal adventure.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Montreal, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Journey around 499 kilometres south-west to Toronto to check off its top sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada and is around 153 kilometres west of Montreal. No journey is complete without dropping by Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.