Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Montreal

Demand on this route peaks around the Northern Hemisphere's summer when travellers head to Quebec for the festivals and school holidays, and again during the winter break period when visitors seek cold-weather activities. June stands out as the cheapest month to fly, offering lower fares before the high-season surge. Booking ahead of major holidays and the peak summer window usually secures better value, while mid-week departures can avoid the busiest travel days.

Full-service carriers including British Airways, American Airlines, Austrian, Aegean Airlines, Icelandair and Transavia France provide interline connections that keep your luggage checked through to Montreal, whereas low-cost operators such as Easyjet, Aer Lingus, Emerald Airlines and WestJet often require separate tickets or add-ons for checked bags. WestJet also offers full-service segments on North American legs. All options require at least one connection, so check whether the airline partners on your itinerary to ensure smooth transfers.

You land at P Trudeau International, the main airport serving Montreal, located on an island just south of the city centre. The facility handles both international and domestic traffic, and public transit links connect the terminal to downtown in roughly thirty minutes. Taxis and rideshares are available outside the arrivals hall, and rental car desks sit within the terminal. Allow extra time for customs clearance if you are connecting from the United States.

Currency

CAD ($)

Power sockets

Type A, B · 120 V

Language

English, French

Emergency number

911

Driving side

right

Calling code

+1

Internet domain

.ca

Population of Montreal

1.9 M (2024)

Time zone

UTC-04 (America/Montreal)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Verify the departure airport, keeping in mind Edinburgh has only one airport, and focus on checking your terminal and connection points.
• Check baggage allowances on low-cost tickets, since fees for checked luggage can add up quickly.
• Review connection times, especially when airlines do not partner, to ensure you have enough time for transfers.
• Confirm entry documents for Canada, including eTA requirements depending on your passport and layover countries.
• Watch for seasonal price spikes during festivals and school holidays to avoid paying higher fares.