Vancouver to Montréal (YVR–YUL) — 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.
YVR–YUL is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, Flair Airlines and Porter Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,288 miles in approximately 4h 54m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: AI, AV, LH, LX, NH, NZ, OS, OZ, SN, VA | 52 | 223, 321, 333, 77W, 789, BCS3 | 4h50-5h | Star Alliance | AI, AV, LH, LX, NH, NZ, OS, OZ, SN, VA | |
| F8 Flair Airlines | 7 | – | – | – | – | |
| PD Porter Airlines Also: TS | 7 | E295 | 5h | – | TS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Montréal from Vancouver
| Metric | YVR→YUL | YYJ→YUL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from YVR | – | 39 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 180 | 10 |
| Flight time | 4h 54m | 4h 53m |
| Departure OTP | 62% | – |
Travel Essentials
YVR: PDT · YUL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver, it's 9:00 PM in Montréal.
The Canada Line SkyTrain connects Waterfront Station in downtown Vancouver to the airport in 26 minutes for CAD $4.45 (Compass card, add-fare zone from zone 2). Trains run every 6–8 minutes from 05:00 to 01:00.Taxis to the airport from downtown cost CAD $35–45; Uber and Lyft operate from a designated ride-share zone at the Domestic and International terminals. Driving via Highway 99 South takes 20–35 minutes in normal traffic; budget more during evening rush on the Oak Street Bridge approach.
The 747 Express bus departs from the arrivals level every 20–30 minutes around the clock (CAD $11). It stops at several downtown métro stations, making it convenient for most city-centre destinations. Taxis from the arrivals level charge a flat rate of CAD $45 to downtown; Uber and Lyft are available from a separate ride-share zone.Rental car facilities are located on-site in the terminal complex. During winter, confirm road conditions before driving; Highway 20 can be slow or briefly closed during heavy snowstorms.
Continental climate with dramatic seasonal swings. Summers (June–August) are warm and humid at 24–30°C with occasional thunderstorms. Winters (December–March) are severe, with temperatures regularly dropping to −15°C or colder and heavy snowfall that causes frequent de-icing delays and occasional ground stops.
Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) are transitional and relatively pleasant, though spring snowstorms are not unusual. Pack serious winter gear from November through March; ice storms in early spring create particularly difficult travel conditions.
YVR–YUL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YVR to YUL
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, Flair Airlines and Porter Airlines. With 180 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YVR to YUL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YVR to YUL is about 4 hours 54 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,288 miles (3,682 km). There are approximately 180 weekly flights outbound and 225 return, totaling 405 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Calgary, Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier and Edmonton. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Victoria (YYJ).