Los Angeles to Montréal (LAX–YUL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LAX–YUL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Canada leads the route. The flight covers 2,469 miles in approximately 5h 13m. Beyond nonstop, 86 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 7 | 7M8 | 5h13 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Montréal from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→YUL | BUR→YUL | PSP→YUL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 18 mi | 109 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | – |
| Weekly flights | 7 | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 5h 13m | 4h 42m | 4h 39m |
| Departure OTP | 70% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · YUL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 9:00 PM in Montréal.
US passport holders enter Canada without a visa for stays up to 6 months. No eTA is needed when arriving by air with a US passport. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. A return or onward ticket and proof of funds may be requested at the border.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
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.
LAX–YUL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to YUL
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LAX to YUL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to YUL ranges from 5 hours 13 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,469 miles (3,973 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
86 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via APA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Burbank (BUR) and Palm Springs (PSP).