Montréal to Washington (YUL–DCA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YUL–DCA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Canada leads the route. The flight covers 487 miles in approximately 1h 49m. Beyond nonstop, 61 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: UA | 21 | CR9 | 1h50-1h56 | Star Alliance | UA |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Washington from Montréal
| Metric | YUL→DCA | BTV→DCA | YOW→DCA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YUL | – | 75 mi | 94 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 54 | 7 |
| Flight time | 1h 49m | 1h 40m | 1h 46m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YUL: EDT · DCA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Montréal, it's 6:00 PM in Washington.
Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.
The 747 Express bus runs 24/7 from downtown Montréal (Berri-UQAM and Lionel-Groulx métro stations) to Trudeau in 45–60 minutes for CAD $11 with a OPUS card or $11 cash. STM métro does not reach the airport; the 747 Express bus handles the city-airport connection. Taxis from downtown are metered at roughly CAD $45–55.Uber and Lyft operate from designated pick-up zones at departures level. Driving via Highway 20 West is straightforward; the airport has structured parking directly attached to the terminal starting at CAD $5/30 min, with economy lots farther out.
The Metro station is inside Terminal B/C with covered walkway access; Terminal A requires a short outdoor walk or shuttle. Yellow and Blue line trains run to downtown DC in 15–25 minutes for $2.25–$3.85.
Taxis and Uber/Lyft operate from designated pick-up zones outside each terminal; fares to downtown run $15–30. DCA serves the National Mall area and is well-positioned for the U.S. Capitol, Pentagon, and downtown offices. International arrivals clear customs at DCA only for pre-cleared flights; most international traffic uses IAD (Dulles). Rental cars are in a consolidated facility accessible by shuttle.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers (June–August) are hot and very humid at 29–34°C with frequent afternoon thunderstorms causing ground stops and airspace flow programs. The summer storm season is the primary operational disruption risk at DCA. Spring and autumn are transitional with variable conditions and occasional severe thunderstorm outbreaks.
Winters (December–February) bring cold temperatures (−2 to 7°C) with occasional snowstorms that disproportionately affect the DC area due to limited snow-removal infrastructure. Even moderate snowfall (5–10 cm) can shut regional airports for hours. Pack layers for winter; the region's storm response is notoriously inconsistent.
YUL–DCA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YUL to DCA
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YUL to DCA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YUL to DCA ranges from 1 hours 49 minutes to 1 hours 56 minutes. The route covers a distance of 487 miles (784 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 49 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
61 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via BWI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Burlington (BTV) and Ottawa (YOW).