Flying from Washington DC to Montreal: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Washington DC to Montreal. Explore your options for leaving Washington DC from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Come in for landing at Montreal's major arrival point, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
On average, direct flights from Washington DC to Montreal take 1 hour 45 minutes. Montreal and Washington DC are in the same timezone (UTC-4), so you won't have to change your watch when you land.
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 60 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Washington DC to Montreal is with Air Canada at 16:55. Opt for the first DCA to YUL departure with Air Canada at 06:00 to maximise your time in Montreal.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Washington DC to Montreal. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You don't need a visa for Canada if you hold a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before reserving your cheap flights from Washington DC to Montreal, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Flying from Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Washington DC to Montreal, you can board one at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Travel from DCA to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) in one seamless journey.
When jetting out of DCA, you can take a direct flight from Washington DC to Montreal with Air Canada.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Washington DC to Montreal leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 43 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Washington DC to Montreal or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You can take a nonstop flight from Washington DC to Montreal jetting out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Kick off your travels at IAD and disembark at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
From IAD, direct flights from Washington DC to Montreal can be booked with United Airlines.
Split up your flight from Washington DC to Montreal with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between Ronald Reagan National Airport and Montreal are:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You can arrive at IAD from central Washington DC in about 51 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 3 hours and 26 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your flight from Washington DC to Montreal:
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is roughly 26 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 2 hours and 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Washington DC to Montreal, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YUL:
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Central Montreal is located around 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). Once your flight from Washington DC to Montreal has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to YHU. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Washington DC to Montreal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Montreal
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Montreal is ر.ق. 302. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 852. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Book 9 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Washington DC to Montreal.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Washington DC to Montreal. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Best time to go to Montreal
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to Montreal. August is the busiest month to travel to Montreal. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Washington DC to Montreal in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Montreal in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Montreal
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Montreal right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Washington DC to Montreal:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are top sights which should be on any good Montreal itinerary.
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