Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Moncton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Moncton

With a population of 87.467, Moncton is a must-see destination in New Brunswick, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Moncton deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Moncton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Montana's BBQ & Bar - Moncton (225 Mapleton Rd) and Kelseys Original Roadhouse - Moncton (141 Trinity Dr, Unit 9) are great picks.

When to visit Moncton

Moncton in December
Estimated hotel price
$138
1 night at 3-star hotel
Moncton in December
Estimated hotel price
$138
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Moncton in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 8.6 °F, with an average temperature of 17.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 4.2″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Moncton, with an average rainfall of 3″.

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How to Get to Moncton

Plane

When flying to Moncton, you’ll arrive at Moncton Intl (YQM), which is located 9 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Moncton from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 6h 14m.

Car

Another option to get to Moncton is to pick up a car rental from Halifax, which is about 187 km from Moncton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Halifax.

Plane

When flying to Moncton, you’ll arrive at Moncton Intl (YQM), which is located 9 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Moncton from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 6h 14m.

Car

Another option to get to Moncton is to pick up a car rental from Halifax, which is about 187 km from Moncton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Halifax.

Airports near Moncton

YQMMoncton Intl
YYGCharlottetown
YFCFredericton

Airlines serving Moncton

Lufthansa
Good (8,161 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,130 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,485 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,044 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,638 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,394 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (424 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (568 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (449 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,415 reviews)
Flair Airlines
Good (275 reviews)
PAL Airlines
Good (10 reviews)
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Where to stay in Moncton

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Amsterdam Inn & Suites, an Ascend Collection Hotel and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Moncton By IHG. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Moncton, with prices from $8 to $224 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Moncton are about 55% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Moncton by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Moncton

Most booked hotels in Moncton

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Wingate by Wyndham Dieppe Moncton
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1315 reviews)
$121+
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Hôtel Shediac
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 647 reviews)
$183+
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Four Points by Sheraton Moncton
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 683 reviews)
$111+
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Rodd Moncton Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1771 reviews)
$130+
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Casino New Brunswick
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 640 reviews)
$124+
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Coastal Inn Moncton/ Dieppe
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1360 reviews)
$90+
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Renting a car in Moncton

Renting a car in Moncton costs $61 per day, on average, or $122 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Hertz and Thrifty are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Moncton is the Budget branch at 777 Aviation Avenue, which is 9 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 27% cheaper than airport locations in Moncton.

Expect to pay $5.19 per gallon in Moncton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $62.23 and $82.98. Intermediate (Jeep Cherokee or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Moncton, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Moncton costs $61 per day, on average, or $122 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Hertz and Thrifty are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Moncton is the Budget branch at 777 Aviation Avenue, which is 9 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 27% cheaper than airport locations in Moncton.

Expect to pay $5.19 per gallon in Moncton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $62.23 and $82.98. Intermediate (Jeep Cherokee or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Moncton, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Moncton

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$43/day

Compact

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$43/day

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