Montréal to San Francisco (YUL–SFO) — 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–SFO is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, United Airlines and Lufthansa lead the route. The flight covers 2,533 miles in approximately 6h 11m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: NZ, SN | 21 | 223, B38M, BCS3 | 5h57-6h13 | Star Alliance | NZ, SN | |
| UA United Airlines | 7 | B38M | 6h31 | Star Alliance | – | |
| LH Lufthansa | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach San Francisco from Montréal
| Metric | YUL→SFO | PBG→SFO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from YUL | – | 58 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 49 | 1 |
| Flight time | 6h 11m | 6h 53m |
| Departure OTP | 83% | – |
Travel Essentials
YUL: EDT · SFO: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Montréal, it's 3:00 PM in San Francisco.
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.
BART from SFO station (free AirTrain from any terminal to the station) to downtown San Francisco takes 30–40 minutes ($10.45 to Embarcadero). Traffic on 101 can make taxis and ride-hails much slower during peak hours; BART skips all of that. BART also reaches Oakland, Berkeley, and Millbrae for Caltrain connections.Ride-hails from SFO use a dedicated garage pickup area; follow signs. Taxis are metered; downtown SF costs $40–60. Caltrain to the Peninsula (Mountain View, Palo Alto, San Jose) requires taking BART to Millbrae station for the transfer. Rental cars are at a consolidated facility accessible by AirTrain.
Coastal fog dominates the climate pattern. The thick marine layer ("Karl the Fog") rolls into SFO from the Pacific regularly in summer (June–September), causing significant low-visibility delays even on days that appear sunny inland. Morning fog burns off by afternoon most days, but persistent IFR conditions can last all day. This is the primary flight disruption risk at SFO.
Temperatures are mild year-round (10–20°C) with little seasonal variation. Winters bring rain (December–March) and occasional atmospheric river events that cause brief but intense flooding on the 101. Summers are cool. Pack a light jacket year-round. Wind off the bay affects small aircraft approach paths.
YUL–SFO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YUL to SFO
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, United Airlines and Lufthansa. With 49 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YUL to SFO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YUL to SFO is about 6 hours 11 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,533 miles (4,076 km). There are approximately 49 weekly flights outbound and 56 return, totaling 105 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Toronto Pearson, Denver and Cleveland Hopkins. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Plattsburgh (PBG).