Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône to Montréal (LYS–YUL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
LYS–YUL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada and Air Transat lead the route. The flight covers 3,645 miles in approximately 8h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: SN | 7 | 32Q | 7h47 | – | Star Alliance | SN |
| TS Air Transat Also: PD | 7 | 332 | 8h10 | – | – | PD |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Montréal from Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône
| Metric | LYS→YUL | GVA→YUL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from LYS | – | 60 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 28 |
| Flight time | 8h 10m | 8h |
Travel Essentials
LYS: CEST · YUL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône, it's 12:00 PM in Montréal.
French passport holders do not need a visa for Canada but must obtain an eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) before flying. The eTA costs CAD 7, is applied for online, and most approvals come through within minutes. It is valid for 5 years or until the passport expires. Stays are permitted for up to 6 months per entry.
The eTA is only required for air travel. If entering Canada by land or sea, no eTA is needed, just a valid passport. Passport must be valid for the duration of the intended stay.
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.
LYS–YUL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LYS to YUL
Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) and Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada and Air Transat. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LYS to YUL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LYS to YUL is about 8 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,645 miles (5,866 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 16 return, totaling 44 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Charles de Gaulle, Brussels and Nantes Atlantique. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Geneva (GVA).