Flying from San Diego to Montreal: what you need to know
San Diego's main base, San Diego International Airport (SAN), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from San Diego to Montreal.
Come in for landing at Montreal's major arrival point, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Take a direct San Diego to Montreal flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 30 minutes.
Montreal is three hours ahead of San Diego and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are three departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from San Diego to Montreal is with Air Canada at 08:10. Choose the first SAN to YUL departure operated by Air Canada at 08:10 to make the most of your first day in Montreal.
To ensure you board your San Diego to Montreal flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Montreal
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Montreal is ₹ 16,329. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 37,451. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap San Diego to Montreal flights by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for picking up a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from San Diego to Montreal is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when a better deal is available on cheap flights from San Diego to Montreal.
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Flying from San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
If you're looking for a direct flight from San Diego to Montreal, you can depart from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Travel from SAN to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) in one continuous trip.
Air Canada is a popular carrier that offers direct San Diego to Montreal plane tickets from SAN.
We make it a cinch to find a San Diego to Montreal flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from San Diego International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
SAN is around 3 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to San Diego International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from San Diego to Montreal, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
71.38% of flights that depart San Diego International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from San Diego to Montreal, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YUL:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and explore beyond Montreal's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
After your flight from San Diego to Montreal has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Montreal is roughly 26 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Touch down, grab your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and set off without missing a beat. Enterprise and Budget are top providers to select from here.
Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from YHU in advance so you can simply grab the keys and go.
Best time to go to Montreal
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from San Diego to Montreal. August is the most popular month to visit Montreal. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your San Diego to Montreal tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from San Diego to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Montreal
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Montreal right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from San Diego to Montreal:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Montreal, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Travel about 499 kilometres south-west to Toronto to check off its top attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Ottawa is another standout destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres west of Montreal. No trip is complete without seeing Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.

