Montreal-Trudeau International Airport is Quebec's main hub, located approximately 20 km west of Montreal's city center.
It is an important hub for connections between North America and Europe, given the strong Francophone identity of the city.
How to get to Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to YUL
Parking near Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Official parking is a multi-story structure located across from the terminal.
Short-Term (3 minutes walk): 6 CAD every 20 minutes, maximum 37 CAD/day; the main multi-story garage (5 minutes walk): same hourly rate, maximum 30 CAD/day; Valet costs 42 CAD/day. More economical EconoParc areas: P5 at 25 CAD/day (150 CAD/week), P9 at 18 CAD/day (110 CAD/week).
How to get to Montreal from YUL
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Airport transfers you can book in advance
Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.
Montreal: YUL Airport Private Transfer to/from Downtown
Montreal: Arrival Transfer from International Airport
Private Transfer To Mont-Tremblant From Montreal YUL Airport
Private Transfer To Quebec From Montreal YUL Airport
Car rental at Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Major car rental operators run a desk in the arrivals area.
Bring your driver's license, passport, and credit card in the driver's name for the security deposit; national licenses are generally accepted for short stays. You drive on the right; in winter, road conditions can be challenging for those unaccustomed to snow.
Hotels near Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Dorval and Saint-Laurent
Several hotels in the area offer their own shuttle to the terminal (free or on request); by car the journey takes about 10 minutes, against the 20-40 minutes to downtown.
Best for: Departures before 7am, single-night layovers, and those travelling by car who want to stay minutes from the terminals.
- Direct hotel shuttles to the terminal, with no dependence on the 747 bus schedule
- Parking almost always included or affordable, convenient for those arriving by car
- Generally lower prices than downtown for the same category
- Industrial and commercial area: very little to do on foot in the evening
- For downtown or Old Montréal, a car, taxi or the 747 bus is still needed
Recommended hotels
- Holiday Inn Express Montreal Airport - St-Laurent by IHG About 10 minutes by car from the terminal, with an airport shuttle on request, indoor pool with slide, gym open 24 hours and free continental breakfast included. View availability
- Staybridge Suites Montreal Airport - St-Laurent by IHG Suites with a full kitchen designed for extended stays, free local shuttle, indoor pool and hot breakfast included; suited to those with an overnight between two flights who want more space than a standard hotel. View availability
- Appartamento 2 camere a Lachine (sul lungofiume) 2-bedroom apartment with free parking in the historic riverside neighbourhood of Lachine: about 10 minutes from the airport and 15 from downtown, with restaurants on the canal just steps away. A more affordable alternative to chain hotels for those travelling by car. View availability
Downtown and Old Montréal
STM's 747 Express bus, running around the clock: every 10-20 minutes by day, hourly between 2am and 5am; the 11.25 CAD ticket includes 24 hours of unlimited travel on bus and metro. The route calls at the Lionel-Groulx and Berri-UQAM metro stations and the Gare Centrale, with stops near several downtown hotels. By taxi, a fixed fare of about 49.45 CAD by day (56.70 CAD at night) for a 20-40 minute journey.
Best for: Travellers staying more than one night who want to see Montréal, accepting 45-60 minutes on the 747 bus (or 20-40 minutes by taxi) to the airport.
- Direct and continuous connection with the 747 bus, with no need for a car
- Restaurants, shops and evening life reachable on foot from most of the hotels
- An extensive metro network for getting around the rest of the city
- No direct train: the 747 takes almost an hour during rush hour
- A tourist area, with room prices higher than Saint-Laurent/Dorval
Recommended hotels
- Four Seasons Hotel Montreal In the Golden Square Mile, directly connected to the Holt Renfrew Ogilvy department store; 169 rooms and 19 suites, the Marcus restaurant and a spa. The top option for those seeking the highest level of service downtown. View availability
- AC Hotel by Marriott Old Montreal In the heart of Old Montréal, a short walk from the Notre-Dame Basilica and Place d'Armes; the minimalist design typical of the AC brand, covered parking open 24 hours and a gym. Useful for those who want to sleep among the cobblestones of the old town. View availability
- Hyatt Place Montreal - Downtown Direct access to the Berri-UQAM metro station, the same terminus as the 747 bus: useful for those arriving with luggage who don't want to walk. Indoor pool, buffet breakfast included and an attached Starbucks. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
- lounges
- 8
- with Priority Pass
- 2
- paid entry
- from 59 CAD
- earliest opening
- 04:00
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal, partly modernized, handles domestic flights, cross-border USA flights (with pre-clearance), and international flights in separate areas. From check-in to gate you typically walk about 15 minutes.
For international flights, plan for at least 3 hours, since customs checks can run long.
Map of Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is English or French spoken in Montréal?
French is Québec's predominant and official language, but English is widely understood in tourist areas and hotels; a few basic phrases in French are still appreciated.
Q. How do you reach downtown Montréal from the airport?
With the 747 bus line, running 24 hours a day, whose ticket includes unlimited use of the STM public transport network for the whole day.
Q. Is Montréal directly connected by metro from the airport?
No, there's no direct connection: the 747 bus takes you to the nearest metro station, from which you continue onward.
Q. What should you buy at Montréal's duty free?
Premium quality maple syrup, a typical Québec product, along with Canadian whisky and icewine.
Q. Which lounges accept Priority Pass?
Aspire Lounge (Domestic) and Aspire Lounge (International).
Q. How much does lounge access cost without a business class ticket?
The lowest entry price is 59 CAD, at Aspire Lounge (Domestic).
Q. What time does the first lounge open?
At 04:00: Aspire Lounge (International).
Flight board
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