Montréal to Frankfurt am Main (YUL–FRA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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3,638 mi airlines 14/wk
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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
A33077
A3 Aegean
333
5:55 PM
EDT
7:25 AM+1
CET
7h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AC844
AC Air Canada
333
6:55 PM
EDT
7:25 AM+1
CET
7h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices
A33078
A3 Aegean
333
9:45 AM
CET T1
12:10 PM
EDT
8h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AC845
AC Air Canada
333
10:17 AM
CET T1
1:38 PM
EDT
8h 21m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Montréal to Frankfurt am Main
2 carriers, 14 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 14 Flights/wk 3,638 mi 7h 30m nonstop +5h ahead 74 1-stop hubs

YUL–FRA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Aegean Airlines and Air Canada lead the route. The flight covers 3,638 miles in approximately 7h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 74 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop YUL–FRA service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
A3 Aegean Airlines 7 333 7h30 100% Star Alliance
AC Air Canada 7 333 7h30 100% Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
333 Airbus A330-300 – A3, AC
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: A3 + AC (14 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, YUL to FRA direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
14
Outbound / wk
14
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YUL to FRA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
74
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~45h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
4,628
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.

On-Time Performance

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

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+5h
Frankfurt am Main is 5 hours ahead of Montréal.
YUL: EDT · FRA: CET

When it's 6:00 PM in Montréal, it's 11:00 PM in Frankfurt am Main.
Distance & Flight Time
3,638 mi / 5,855 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 7h 30m.
Visa & Entry

Canadian citizens enter Germany and the Schengen area visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. ETIAS travel authorization will be required once the EU system launches in late 2026. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen zone.

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.

Getting from FRA

S8/S9 S-Bahn to Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof (15 min, €5.65) departs from the basement of Terminal 1 Regional station. For long-distance travel to other German cities, the Fernbahnhof (separate building, connected by walkway) has direct ICE services; check if your train stops here before going into the city.Taxis from Terminal 1/2 to Frankfurt city centre cost €25–40. Rental car agencies are at both terminals. Terminal 2 is connected to Terminal 1 via the free SkyLine monorail; allow 5–10 minutes for the transfer. No airport supplement applies to Frankfurt public transit.

Frankfurt am Main Climate

Continental climate with moderate continental influence. Winters are cold (−1 to 5°C) with periodic snow and ice. FRA handles de-icing well but heavy snowfall causes delays across the network. Fog along the Rhine Valley is a significant departure risk in November through January, sometimes persisting until midday.

Summers are warm (22–30°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause brief but sharp delays. Spring is mild and damp. Autumn offers the best settled weather. FRA is a major hub. Weather delays cascade through Lufthansa's global network.

YUL–FRA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Montréal to Frankfurt am Main route.
Route details
Distance3,638 mi / 5,855 km
Flight time7h 30m
Time difference+5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights14 out / 14 return
1-stop connections74 hubs
Origin: YUL
IATA / ICAOYUL / CYUL
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
Passengers/yr21.0M
Elevation118 ft / 36 m
Destination: FRA
IATA / ICAOFRA / EDDF
TimezoneEurope/Busingen
Passengers/yr61.5M
Elevation364 ft / 111 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YUL to FRA flights.
Nonstop flights from Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Frankfurt Main Airport take approximately 7h 30m. The route covers 3,638 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Aegean Airlines and Air Canada.
There are approximately 14 nonstop flights per week from YUL to FRA. The return direction has about 14 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YHZ, BRU, KEF, BOD, CVG, HEL, PHL, AGP, ZRH, STL, RSW, TLS, MXP, AMS, LHR, DTW, CLT, IAD, BOS, MCO, NTE, FCO, MUC, ATH, LIS, EWR, VIE, LYS, CDG, YYZ, RAK, MBJ, MAD, GDL, MIA, BCN, ORD, BGI, YVR, LRM, PUJ, RDU, TUN, FDF, CUN, PTY, CMN, SJD, LAS, GVA, VLC, ALG, ATL, IST, JFK, MRS, MEX, DEL, GIG, GRU, YYC, DFW, AUS, LAX, DEN, TPA, AMM, IAH, SFO, BOG, DXB, DOH, SJO and NRT. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Frankfurt am Main is 5 hours ahead of Montréal.
Yes, return flights from FRA to YUL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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 FRA

Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA) are connected by nonstop service from Aegean Airlines and Air Canada. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

YUL to FRA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YUL to FRA ranges from 7 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,638 miles (5,855 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

74 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via YHZ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.