Montréal to London (YUL–LGW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
YUL–LGW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Transat leads the route. The flight covers 3,260 miles in approximately 6h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TS Air Transat | 7 | A21N | 6h45 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach London from Montréal
| Metric | YUL→LGW | YOW→LGW |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from YUL | – | 94 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 3 |
| Flight time | 6h 45m | 7h 15m |
| Departure OTP | 75% | – |
Travel Essentials
YUL: EDT · LGW: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Montréal, it's 11:00 PM in London.
Canadian citizens enter the United Kingdom visa-free for up to 6 months as a Standard Visitor. No eTA or advance authorization is currently required. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay. Border officers may ask for proof of return travel, accommodation, and sufficient funds. Time spent in the UK does not count toward the Schengen 90-day limit.
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.
The Gatwick Express departs the South Terminal every 15 minutes to London Victoria (30 min, from £21.50). Thameslink services are cheaper and provide direct access to Farringdon, City Thameslink, Blackfriars, and London Bridge; useful for destinations in the City and East London. Both terminal buildings are connected by a free inter-terminal monorail shuttle (2 min).Taxis from arrivals queue outside; metered fares to central London typically run £70–100 and can exceed this during peak hours. Uber and other ride-shares operate from a designated zone. Rental car desks are in both terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with fog, low cloud, and occasional light snow causing moderate delay risks. Summers (June–August) are mild at 18–25°C. Heat waves are increasingly common and can affect ramp operations. Rain falls year-round with no dry season.
Wind is a more frequent disruption factor than snow at Gatwick. The airport has a single active runway and is sensitive to crosswinds. Autumn storms (October–November) occasionally cause significant delays.
YUL–LGW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YUL to LGW
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) are connected by nonstop service from Air Transat. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
YUL to LGW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YUL to LGW is about 6 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,260 miles (5,246 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 21 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Charles de Gaulle, Boston Logan and Edinburgh. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Ottawa (YOW).