Montréal to London (YUL–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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–LHR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. British Airways and Air Canada lead the route. The flight covers 3,240 miles in approximately 6h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA British Airways Also: AY, EI, IB | 14 | 789 | 4h-6h40 | Oneworld | AY, EI, IB | |
| AC Air Canada Also: A3, ME, MS, OS | 12 | 333 | 6h25-6h34 | Star Alliance | A3, ME, MS, OS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach London from Montréal
| Metric | YUL→LHR | YHU→LHR | YOW→LHR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YUL | – | 16 mi | 94 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 82 | – | 20 |
| Flight time | 6h 40m | 5h 9m | 6h 14m |
| Departure OTP | 95% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YUL: EDT · LHR: 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.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
YUL–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YUL to LHR
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways and Air Canada. With 82 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YUL to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YUL to LHR is about 6 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,240 miles (5,215 km). There are approximately 82 weekly flights outbound and 83 return, totaling 165 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dublin, Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier and Boston Logan. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Montréal (YHU) and Ottawa (YOW).