Flying from Montreal to Lille Lesquin Airport (LIL): What you need to know
Lille is six hours ahead of Montreal. Lille Lesquin Airport is located in Lille, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Montreal to LIL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey from central Montreal to YUL takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Montreal to Lille Lesquin Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, 65% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
With public transport, you can travel from central Montreal to YHU in about 1 hour. The airport is roughly 23 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Montreal Metropolitan Airport the day before your Montreal to LIL flight:
About Lille Airport (LIL)
Have a late flight from Montreal to Lille Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near LIL and hit the pillow fast:
Pick up a Lille Airport rental car and discover Lille and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Montreal to Lille Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Lille Lesquin Airport (LIL) to central Lille
Lille Lesquin Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Lille. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Lille Lesquin Airport (LIL)
RM1,203 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Lille Lesquin Airport. Return flights start from RM3,598. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Montreal to LIL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Lille Lesquin Airport (LIL)
January is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Lille Lesquin Airport (LIL), while October is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Lille based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Lille is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Montreal to LIL plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Montreal to Lille Lesquin Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Lille
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Lille right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Montreal to Lille Lesquin Airport:
Your visit to Lille isn't complete without checking out the sights. Highlights that are worth your time include Palais des Beaux Arts, Grand'Place and Vieux-Lille.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored after you've experienced Lille. Around 193 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Musee d'Orsay.
Reims is another must-experience destination in France and is around 161 kilometres southeast of Lille. No trip is complete without a visit to Champagne Park, Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne Centre of Visits and Krug.
