Travelling from Montreal to Brussels Airport (BRU): What you need to know
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is Montreal's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Montreal to Brussels Airport (BRU) jetting off from here.
7 hours 5 minutes is the average duration of a direct Montreal to Brussels Airport flight.
Brussels Airport is located in Brussels. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is five hours ahead of Montreal.
The busiest route is from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Brussels Airport (BRU). There are 8 direct services each week. Air Canada operates a 6:40pm departure between YUL and BRU.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Montreal to BRU. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You can hop on a direct flight from Montreal to Brussels Airport (BRU) out of Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
You can travel on a direct flight from Montreal to Brussels Airport with Air Canada. This well-known airline operates services from YUL.
Air Canada is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from YUL to BRU.
Among carriers operating on this route, Air Canada has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
YUL is about 26 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Montreal to Brussels Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 64.89% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Montreal to YHU in around 1 hour 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near St. Hubert Airport the day before your Montreal to BRU flight:
About Brussels Airport (BRU)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Montreal to Brussels Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Brussels Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Brussels's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Montreal to Brussels Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
Brussels Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Brussels. The time it takes to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It takes around 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Brussels Airport (BRU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Brussels Airport is RM1,398. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM2,185. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Montreal to BRU. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Montreal to Brussels Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Brussels Airport (BRU)
February is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Brussels Airport (BRU), while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Brussels based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Montreal to BRU plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Montreal to Brussels Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
Once you've booked your flight from Montreal to Brussels Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Brussels:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Brussels Christmas Market, Grand Place and Atomium are must-do's during your Brussels adventure.
Explore more of Belgium
Ostend is just one of the many cities in Belgium waiting to be discovered once you've seen Brussels. Around 113 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Belgian Coast, Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul and The Crystal Ship.
Around 105 kilometres east of Brussels, Verviers is another favourite stop in Belgium. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to La Chocolaterie Darcis, Parc Peltzer and Plan d'eau des Clarisses.