Montréal to Houston (YUL–IAH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
YUL–IAH is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, Air France and Turkish Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,584 miles in approximately 4h 9m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 14 | 223, 7M8 | 4h05-4h12 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AF Air France | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – | |
| TK Turkish Airlines | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Houston from Montréal
| Metric | YUL→IAH | YHU→IAH | YMX→IAH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YUL | – | 16 mi | 20 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 4h 9m | 3h 34m | 3h 31m |
| Departure OTP | 29% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YUL: EDT · IAH: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Montréal, it's 5:00 PM in Houston.
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.
No direct rail from IAH. The METRO bus 102 (IAH Express) runs to downtown Houston's transit center (60–90 min, $1.25). Taxis to downtown Houston cost $50–70. Ride-hails pick up at the designated Rideshare zones outside baggage claim on the lower level.IAH has five terminals (A–E) connected by an underground tunnel with trams. Terminal D handles international arrivals. Rental car agencies are in a consolidated facility adjacent to Terminal C; a free IAH Connector bus runs between terminals and the rental car center. The Galleria / Uptown area costs $35–50 by ride-hail.
Humid subtropical climate. Hot, humid, and wet for much of the year. Summers are brutal (33–38°C) with high humidity and near-daily afternoon thunderstorms. Severe storms with hail and high winds regularly cause ground stops from April through September. Houston's flooding risk is significant. Heavy rain events, including tropical system remnants, have flooded airport roads, cutting off surface access even when the airport itself remains operational.
Winters are mild (5–18°C) with occasional ice storms. These are rare but highly disruptive when they occur. Hurricane season (June–November) requires monitoring for Gulf storms. October through March has the best flying weather.
YUL–IAH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YUL to IAH
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, Air France and Turkish Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
YUL to IAH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YUL to IAH is about 4 hours 9 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,584 miles (2,549 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta, Toronto Pearson and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Montréal (YHU), Montréal (YMX) and Burlington (BTV).