Geneva to Montréal (GVA–YUL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
GVA–YUL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Canada leads the route. The flight covers 3,670 miles in approximately 8h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: LX, ME, SN | 7 | 333 | 7h42 | – | Star Alliance | LX, ME, SN |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Montréal from Geneva
| Metric | GVA→YUL | LYS→YUL | BSL→YUL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from GVA | – | 60 mi | 115 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 24 | 1 |
| Flight time | 8h 15m | 7h 40m | 8h 15m |
Travel Essentials
GVA: CEST · YUL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Geneva, it's 12:00 PM in Montréal.
Swiss passport holders do not need a visa to enter Canada for stays up to 6 months. An Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is required before flying to Canada. Apply online at the official Government of Canada site for CAD 7. Processing takes minutes in most cases and the eTA is valid for 5 years or until the passport expires. The eTA is only needed for air travel. Land or sea crossings from the US do not require one.
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.
GVA–YUL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GVA to YUL
Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) and Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
GVA to YUL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GVA to YUL is about 8 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,670 miles (5,905 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 56 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Nantes Atlantique, Charles de Gaulle and Brussels. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône (LYS), Bâle / Mulhouse (BSL) and Ferno (VA) (MXP).