Montréal to Fort Lauderdale (YUL–FLL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YUL–FLL is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, Air Transat and Porter Airlines Canada lead the route. The flight covers 1,386 miles in approximately 3h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 81 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 28 | 321, 333 | 3h50-4h18 | Star Alliance | – | |
| TS Air Transat | 10 | 321, A21N | 3h45-3h50 | – | – | |
| PD Porter Airlines Canada | 7 | E295 | 3h45 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Fort Lauderdale from Montréal
| Metric | YUL→FLL | PBG→FLL | YOW→FLL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YUL | – | 58 mi | 94 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 45 | 17 | 18 |
| Flight time | 3h 45m | 3h 24m | 3h 48m |
| Departure OTP | 51% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YUL: EDT · FLL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Montréal, it's 6:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale.
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.
Shared shuttle vans to Miami Beach hotels run $20–30 per person. Ride-shares to Fort Lauderdale downtown cost $15–25; to Miami Beach, expect $35–55.Brightline high-speed rail from FLL station (1.5 miles, free airport shuttle) reaches Miami in 30 minutes ($10–17) and West Palm Beach in 40 minutes. Car rental facilities are in the Rental Car Center accessed via shuttle from the terminals. Taxis are metered.
Tropical climate with year-round warmth (20–32°C). Dry season (November–April) is peak tourism with clear skies and low humidity. Wet season (May–October) brings daily afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane risk. Flights are most disruption-prone June through September.
Temperatures rarely drop below 12°C in winter. Humidity is high in summer. Tropical storms can cause multi-day disruptions when they make landfall nearby. August through October carries the highest storm risk.
YUL–FLL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YUL to FLL
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, Porter Airlines Canada and Air Transat. With 45 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YUL to FLL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YUL to FLL ranges from 3 hours 45 minutes to 4 hours 18 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,386 miles (2,231 km). There are approximately 45 weekly flights outbound and 46 return, totaling 91 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
81 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via OPF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Plattsburgh (PBG) and Ottawa (YOW).