Flying from Ottawa to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL): What you need to know
Get your trip started at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), the main airport in Ottawa. Search for flights from Ottawa to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) that leave from this base.
50 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Ottawa to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport flight.
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport is located in Montreal. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Ottawa.
With 45 direct flights a week between the two airports, Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the busiest route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 5:45am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from YOW to YUL is with Air Canada at 9:45pm.
To ensure you get on your flight from Ottawa to YUL, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a popular month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Ottawa to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) operate out of this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from Ottawa to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport with Air Canada. This top airline offers services from YOW.
The most frequently booked airline between YOW and YUL is Air Canada.
With 68.08% of services arriving as scheduled, Air Canada is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Travelling from central Ottawa to YOW takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kms (9 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
58% of flights that depart Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
About Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
If you have a late flight from Ottawa to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near YUL:
Travel at your own pace with a Montreal-Trudeau International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and see more of Montreal and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Ottawa to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Getting from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal
From Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, central Montreal is around 19 kms (12 miles) away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
£119 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport. Return flights start from £246. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Ottawa to YUL if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Ottawa to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL). July is the busiest month to visit Montreal. If crowds aren't your thing, go in November.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Ottawa to YUL plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Ottawa to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport in January when temperatures are between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Ottawa to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS and Montreal Botanical Garden are just two of the major attractions to put on your Montreal to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Montreal. Around 153 kms (95 miles) away to the west, popular attractions include Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
Around 153 kms (95 miles) west of Montreal, Gatineau is another essential stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Canadian Museum of History, Indigenous Experiences and Luskville Falls.