Flights from Quebec City (YQB) and Montreal (YUL) to Belém, Brazil

Here is what to know before booking a flight to Belém from Quebec City and Montreal.

From Montreal, fares to Belém usually run between $1050 and $1900. The best fare spotted recently is $1098 (about 26% below the typical price).

What this route usually costs

We have recorded a fare from Montreal to Belém on 59 separate days, the first on July 7, 2026 and the most recent on September 3, 2026. Across those days the best fare of the day ranged from $1098 to $1375, with a median of $1099. None of those days came in cheaper than today. Today's $1098 is the lowest we have recorded.

Days observed 59
Lowest recorded $1098
Median day $1099
Highest recorded $1375

These numbers are our own: one price point per route per scan day. How we collect them.

Where the Amazon meets the Atlantic, Belem is Brazil's flavour-packed gateway to the rainforest. Wander the iron-and-glass Estacao das Docas along the waterfront, then dive into Ver-o-Peso, one of Latin America's largest open-air markets, where fishermen unload the morning catch and vendors stack tropical fruit you've never tasted. Sip fresh acai the local way, unsweetened, and let the equatorial heat set the rhythm. From here, riverboats carry you to wild Marajo Island. Come hungry and curious!

When to go

Belem sits right on the equator, so it stays hot and humid all year, around 30C. Locals split the calendar into 'winter' (the wet season, roughly December to May, with heavy afternoon downpours) and 'summer' (June to November, drier and a touch easier). Rain rarely lasts long. For the biggest party, come in October when the Cirio de Nazare pilgrimage fills the streets with millions.

Getting there from Quebec City and Montreal

There is no direct service from Quebec City or Montreal. From YQB you'll first connect through Montreal or Toronto. Most routes from YUL run via a US hub such as Miami, then on to a Brazilian gateway like Sao Paulo (GRU) or Brasilia before a domestic hop to Belem (BEL). Expect two or three connections and a long travel day. Booking the Brazilian leg with a local carrier such as LATAM, GOL or Azul often smooths the final segment.

What to see and do

Ver-o-Peso market at dawn, stacked with Amazon fish and fruit
Estacao das Docas, converted warehouses on the riverfront
Fresh unsweetened acai served the Para way
Boat trips to Marajo Island and its water buffalo

Good to know before you go

Getting around is easiest with ride-hailing apps: Uber and 99 both work well in Belem and spare you haggling over fares. Yellow taxis and city buses fill the gaps, though buses can be crowded and confusing for first-timers. The historic centre is walkable, but keep valuables tucked away. Brazil's currency is the real (BRL); cards are widely accepted, but carry small cash for markets and street food. Portuguese is the language and English is limited, so a few phrases go a long way. Drink bottled water, use sunscreen, and pace yourself in the humidity.

Entry requirements and health

e-Visa required

You'll need a visa for this one, but the whole thing is done online before you go. Apply a little ahead of your trip and travel with the approval in hand.

Vaccines and health

Many travellers get vaccinated against hepatitis A and typhoid, which spread through food and water. Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for some areas, and it's worth keeping the certificate handy. Malaria is present in some areas, so ask a clinic whether antimalarials make sense for your route.

General orientation for a Canadian passport on a short tourist trip, not legal or medical advice. Confirm with official sources, and see a travel health clinic four to six weeks before departure.

Travel information is provided as a guide and can change. Always confirm fares, schedules and entry requirements before booking.

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