Montréal to Los Angeles (YUL–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YUL–LAX is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Canada leads the route. The flight covers 2,469 miles in approximately 5h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 125 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: NZ, SN | 21 | 223, 7M8 | 5h40-6h04 | Star Alliance | NZ, SN |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Montréal
| Metric | YUL→LAX | YHU→LAX | YOW→LAX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YUL | – | 16 mi | 94 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 35 | – | – |
| Flight time | 5h 40m | 5h 23m | 5h 6m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YUL: EDT · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Montréal, it's 3:00 PM in Los Angeles.
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.
LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.
Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.
YUL–LAX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YUL to LAX
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YUL to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YUL to LAX ranges from 5 hours 40 minutes to 6 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,469 miles (3,973 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 47 return, totaling 82 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
125 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via SCF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Montréal (YHU) and Ottawa (YOW).