Zaventem to Montréal (BRU–YUL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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BRU–YUL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada and Air Transat lead the route. The flight covers 3,451 miles in approximately 7h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: LH, OS, OU, SN, SQ, TG | 7 | 77W | 6h59 | – | Star Alliance | LH, OS, OU, SN, SQ, TG |
| TS Air Transat Also: PD | 5 | 32Q | 7h45 | – | – | PD |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Montréal from Zaventem
| Metric | BRU→YUL | AMS→YUL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BRU | – | 98 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 58 | 21 |
| Flight time | 7h 45m | 0h 24m |
Travel Essentials
BRU: CEST · YUL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Zaventem, it's 12:00 PM in Montréal.
Belgian passport holders enter Canada without a visa for stays up to 6 months, but must obtain an eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) before flying. Apply at the official canada.ca site. The eTA costs CAD 7, is valid for 5 years or until the passport expires, and covers multiple entries. No eTA is needed when arriving by land or sea. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay.
The Airport Express train runs every 15–20 minutes from Brussels Central, Midi (South), and Nord stations to BRU in 17–25 minutes (€11.80 one-way, free with Brussels Card). Traffic on the Ring road (R0) is heavily congested during morning rush, making the train the consistent choice for peak departures.
Taxis from central Brussels cost €40–55 and take 25–40 minutes. Ride-shares (Uber) run €30–45. Parking at BRU starts at €10/day in the P-Long facility with free shuttle.
The 747 Express bus departs from the arrivals level every 20–30 minutes around the clock (CAD $11). It stops at several downtown métro stations, making it convenient for most city-centre destinations. Taxis from the arrivals level charge a flat rate of CAD $45 to downtown; Uber and Lyft are available from a separate ride-share zone.Rental car facilities are located on-site in the terminal complex. During winter, confirm road conditions before driving; Highway 20 can be slow or briefly closed during heavy snowstorms.
Continental climate with dramatic seasonal swings. Summers (June–August) are warm and humid at 24–30°C with occasional thunderstorms. Winters (December–March) are severe, with temperatures regularly dropping to −15°C or colder and heavy snowfall that causes frequent de-icing delays and occasional ground stops.
Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) are transitional and relatively pleasant, though spring snowstorms are not unusual. Pack serious winter gear from November through March; ice storms in early spring create particularly difficult travel conditions.
BRU–YUL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BRU to YUL
Brussels Airport (BRU) and Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada and Air Transat. With 58 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BRU to YUL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BRU to YUL is about 7 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,451 miles (5,554 km). There are approximately 58 weekly flights outbound and 46 return, totaling 104 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Amsterdam, Charles de Gaulle and London Heathrow. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Amsterdam (AMS).