San Diego to Montréal (SAN–YUL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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.
SAN–YUL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Canada leads the route. The flight covers 2,455 miles in approximately 5h 27m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 6 | BCS3 | 5h27 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Montréal from San Diego
| Metric | SAN→YUL | CLD→YUL | PSP→YUL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SAN | – | 28 mi | 85 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | – |
| Weekly flights | 6 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 5h 27m | 4h 23m | 4h 7m |
| Departure OTP | 52% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
SAN: PDT · YUL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in San Diego, 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.
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.
SAN–YUL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SAN to YUL
San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SAN to YUL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SAN to YUL is about 5 hours 27 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,455 miles (3,951 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Denver, Phoenix Sky Harbor and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Carlsbad (CLD), Palm Springs (PSP) and Los Angeles (LAX).