Travelling from Washington DC to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL): What you need to know
There are two main airports where your trip can begin in Washington DC. Check out your options leaving from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) when booking your flight from Washington DC to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Washington DC to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport flight.
Washington DC and Montreal (where Montreal-Trudeau International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.
With 21 direct flights a week between the two airports, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most popular route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 6am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from DCA to YUL is with Air Canada at 4:35pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Washington DC to YUL.
With more people on the move during busy periods like April, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Get there in one go from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Direct flights from Washington DC to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) are available from here.
Air Canada is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Washington DC to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport taking off from DCA.
The top choice among passengers flying between DCA and YUL is Air Canada.
With 74.32% of services arriving as scheduled, Air Canada is the top on-time carrier on this route.
DCA is around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
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Of the departures from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You can book a direct Washington DC to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) plane ticket with departures from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). See if flying from IAD works better for your plans.
Board your direct flight from Washington DC to YUL with United Airlines. This is one of the top carriers flying this route out of IAD.
United has the largest share of bookings on the IAD to YUL route.
The carrier with the best on-time performance is Air Canada. Its Washington Dulles International Airport to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport flights land without delay 75.48% of the time.
IAD is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
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74% of flights taking off from Washington Dulles International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
You can lock in a plane ticket from Washington DC to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) with a stop or two departing from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). These are some of the most common stopovers between BWI and YUL:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 40 minutes to reach the airport by car and 50 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Washington DC to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Baltimore Washington International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights land when they should. At BWI, that figure is 77%.
About Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Have a late flight from Washington DC to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near YUL and hit the lights earlier:
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You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Getting from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal
From Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, central Montreal is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
At the moment, ₹ 11,686 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 28,164. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Washington DC to YUL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
November is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Montreal based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Washington DC to YUL plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Montreal to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport in January when temperatures are between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Montreal
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Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS and Montreal Botanical Garden are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Montreal itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Montreal, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Travel around 153 kilometres west to Ottawa to check off its popular sights. From Rideau Canal National Historic Site to Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 153 kilometres west of Montreal, Gatineau is another essential stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Canadian Museum of History, Indigenous Experiences and Luskville Falls.