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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 854
Typical prices: C$ 914-C$ 1,374
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YUL - GIG • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 863
Typical prices: C$ 813-C$ 1,243
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YUL - GIG • Direct
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You can fly direct with Air Transat. Average duration is 10h 20m
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When to book
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 995 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 15h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Montreal to Rio de Janeiro (YUL-GIG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Montreal to Rio de Janeiro

Thu, 21 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
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6:10 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
10h 20mdirect
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9:30 a.m. - 11:25 p.m.GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
15h 55m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 854Air Transat
Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
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10:10 p.m. - 11:10 p.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
23h 00m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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8:35 a.m. - 8:45 p.m.GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
38h 10m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Bogotá El Dorado
C$ 857Multiple Airlines
Thu, 21 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
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6:10 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
10h 20mdirect
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9:30 a.m. - 6:15 p.m.GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
10h 45mdirect
C$ 863Air Transat
Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
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10:10 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
24h 20m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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8:35 a.m. - 8:45 p.m.GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
38h 10m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Bogotá El Dorado
C$ 873Avianca
Tue, 2 Mar - Thu, 11 Mar
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10:10 p.m. - 11:05 p.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
22h 55m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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6:35 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
28h 10m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Bogotá El Dorado
C$ 889Multiple Airlines
Tue, 19 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
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10:10 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
30h 20m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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8:35 a.m. - 8:45 p.m.GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
38h 10m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Bogotá El Dorado
C$ 895Avianca
Thu, 4 Mar - Mon, 15 Mar
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10:10 p.m. - 6:25 a.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
30h 15m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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9:30 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
25h 15m2 stops Manaus Eduardo Gomes Intl Bogotá El Dorado
C$ 917GOL
Fri, 16 Apr - Wed, 21 Apr
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11:00 p.m. - 6:15 a.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
30h 15m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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7:35 a.m. - 9:35 p.m.GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
39h 00m2 stops Manaus Eduardo Gomes Intl Bogotá El Dorado
C$ 920GOL
Tue, 16 Mar - Wed, 17 Mar
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5:10 p.m. - 11:05 a.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
16h 55m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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8:00 p.m. - 11:21 a.m.GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
16h 21m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 930Air Canada
Tue, 23 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
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5:20 p.m. - 12:05 p.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
16h 45m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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9:00 p.m. - 11:21 a.m.GIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
16h 21m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,024Air Canada
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport typically range from C$ 914 to C$ 1,374. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 854, on Air Transat.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport at C$ 864 round-trip.
•December (C$ 1,468) and August (C$ 1,426) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 69% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

C$ 453
Beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 54% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

When to book flights from Montreal to Rio de Janeiro

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Montreal to Rio de Janeiro based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:10 pm and lands at 4:30 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:10 pm and lands at 4:30 am.

    The flight takes about 10h 20m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long does a flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport take?

    A direct flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport takes 10h 20m, covering 13,178 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport range from C$ 914 to C$ 1,374, with an average of C$ 1,098 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 914 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 28% above the C$ 1,098 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    On this route, direct and layover fares are close on average, with direct at C$ 966 round-trip and layover options via Miami (MIA) at C$ 995.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 93–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    The Airbus A330-200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Transat. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-300 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 854 to C$ 6,645. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about C$ 586.

  • What car rental options are available at Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (GIG)?

    Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (GIG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 41 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • FOCO
    • Localiza
    • MOVIDA
    • Avis
    • Unidas

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport usually depart from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) and arrive at Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) – 49% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,042 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 1,330, a difference of C$ 288.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Only Air Transat operates flights between Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Flying via Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 31m, compared with 15h 47m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 16h 16m via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY).

  • What is the time difference between Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is 2 hours ahead of Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport (Brasilia Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are Copacabana Beach, Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí, and Praia do Arpoador. These are among the most viewed places in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights:

    • Air Transat: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air Transat: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average C$ 1,042, about C$ 288 less than Sunday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport trip for April. Fares historically average C$ 864 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 604 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport.

    • Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão
    • Linx Galeão by Wish

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Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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