Montréal to Fairbanks (YUL–FAI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Montréal to Fairbanks
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 2,998 mi 6h 6m nonstop -4h behind 2 1-stop hubs

YUL–FAI is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Transat leads the route. The flight covers 2,998 miles in approximately 6h 6m. Beyond nonstop, 2 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop YUL–FAI service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
TS Air Transat 0 – – 100% – –
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: TS (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YUL to FAI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
2
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~16h
Longest
YOW ~9h 17m EWR ~16h 46m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
170
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
YUL → FAI
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
100%
Return
FAI → YUL
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
0%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YUL delays → FAI delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Fairbanks from Montréal

Nearby airports with service to Fairbanks International Airport.
Metric YUL→FAI YOW→FAI
Distance from YUL – 94 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1
Weekly flights 0 1
Flight time 6h 6m 6h 59m
Departure OTP 100% –
Ottawa (YOW) to Fairbanks flights
Airports within 200 miles of YUL with service to Fairbanks International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-4h
Fairbanks is 4 hours behind Montréal.
YUL: EDT · FAI: AKDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Montréal, it's 2:00 PM in Fairbanks.
Distance & Flight Time
2,998 mi / 4,824 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 6h 6m.
Visa & Entry

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.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to YUL

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.

Facts

YUL–FAI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Montréal to Fairbanks route.
Route details
Distance2,998 mi / 4,824 km
Flight time6h 6m
Time difference-4 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connections2 hubs
Origin: YUL
Full nameMontreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
IATA / ICAOYUL / CYUL
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
Passengers/yr21.0M
Elevation118 ft / 36 m
Destination: FAI
Full nameFairbanks International Airport
IATA / ICAOFAI / PAFA
TimezoneAmerica/Anchorage
Passengers/yr1.1M
Elevation439 ft / 134 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YUL to FAI flights.
Nonstop flights from Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Fairbanks International Airport take approximately 6h 6m. The route covers 2,998 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Air Transat.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YOW and EWR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Fairbanks is 4 hours behind Montréal.
Nearby alternatives include YOW. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from YUL to FAI

Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) are connected by nonstop service from Air Transat.

YUL to FAI Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YUL to FAI ranges from 6 hours 6 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,998 miles (4,824 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

2 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via YOW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Ottawa (YOW).