Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is located in Dorval, approximately 20 kilometres west of downtown Montreal, in the province of Quebec. It serves as the primary international gateway for the greater Montreal region and eastern Canada. Originally opened in 1941 as Dorval Airport, it resumed its role as Montreal's main passenger airport in 2004 after international flights were transferred back from the now-closed Mirabel facility.
Overview
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is located in Dorval, approximately 20 kilometres west of downtown Montreal, in the province of Quebec. It serves as the primary international gateway for the greater Montreal region and eastern Canada. Originally opened in 1941 as Dorval Airport, it resumed its role as Montreal's main passenger airport in 2004 after international flights were transferred back from the now-closed Mirabel facility.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is most useful when its route network, ground transport and terminal setup match the trip you are taking. Before booking, compare the scheduled departure time with the airport location, connection window and any baggage or check-in requirements attached to your airline.
Airlines
The airport is a major hub for Air Canada and a base for Air Transat, with Porter Airlines and WestJet maintaining significant operations. As a transatlantic gateway, it is served by numerous European carriers including Air France, Lufthansa, British Airways, and KLM, alongside major United States network airlines connecting to their respective hubs.
For any airport, the operating airline matters as much as the marketing airline shown in a search result. Codeshares, partner flights and regional affiliates can affect check-in desks, terminal use, baggage handling and support if a flight is delayed or changed.
Terminals and Transfers
The airport operates a single integrated terminal building divided into domestic, transborder, and international sectors, allowing efficient passenger flow between zones. Three runways serve the field in crossing configurations, accommodating operations around the clock without a curfew. Ongoing expansion projects include a new automated light-rail station integrated directly into the terminal, connecting the airport to the regional REM network.
Connections through YUL need more planning when flights are on separate tickets, when checked baggage is involved, or when the itinerary changes between domestic and international processing. Build a wider buffer if you need to collect bags, move between terminals or pass through security again.
Ground Transport and Trip Planning
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport ground transport should be planned around your arrival time, luggage and final destination. Public transport can be efficient where available, while taxis, rideshare and private transfers may be easier for late arrivals, families or travellers with multiple bags.
If you are choosing between airports or routes, compare YUL against the destinations currently tracked from this airport, including New York, London, Toronto. The best itinerary is not always the cheapest one if it creates a difficult transfer, a tight connection or a long onward journey.
Practical guide
Using Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport without guesswork
Plan YUL around the terminal you use, the type of connection you are making and how predictable you need the trip into Montreal to be.
Confirm whether your flight uses a domestic, international or regional area at YUL. Airport layouts vary, and terminal assumptions are a common source of missed connections.
The airport operates a single integrated terminal building divided into domestic, transborder, and international sectors, allowing efficient passenger flow between zones. Three runways serve the field in crossing configu
Leave extra time when changing terminals, travelling with checked luggage, or arriving during busy morning, evening, holiday or event periods.
Before you leave for YUL
- 1Confirm the terminal and operating airline before leaving for YUL.
- 2Check baggage cut-off times if you are travelling with checked luggage.
- 3Leave extra time for international processing or terminal changes.
- 4Compare ground transport options against traffic and arrival time.
- 5Recheck the flight status before travelling to the airport.
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Terminal and transfer notes
Confirm whether your flight uses a domestic, international or regional area at YUL. Airport layouts vary, and terminal assumptions are a common source of missed connections.
The airport operates a single integrated terminal building divided into domestic, transborder, and international sectors, allowing efficient passenger flow between zones. Three runways serve the field in crossing configu
Leave extra time when changing terminals, travelling with checked luggage, or arriving during busy morning, evening, holiday or event periods.
For Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, the safest connection plan is based on the operating airline, the terminal shown on your booking and whether your baggage is checked through. If the itinerary uses separate tickets, choose a larger buffer.
Airlines
Airlines flying from YUL
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Routes
Top routes from YUL
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Official planning details
Transfers, fares, parking and passenger services at YUL
A source-linked planning layer for details that can change: terminal transfers, transport costs, parking, lounges and accessibility.
Terminal transfer links
TransfersMontreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport transfer details can depend on airline, terminal, baggage handling and whether flights are booked on one ticket. Check the operating airline and airport website before relying on a tight connection at YUL.
Check airport transfer informationTransport fares and local access
FaresTransport costs to and from Montreal can vary by public transport, taxi, rideshare, private transfer, tolls and time of day. Confirm current fares before travelling, especially for late arrivals or peak periods.
Review transport informationParking and pre-booking
ParkingParking at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport may vary by terminal, short-stay area, long-stay area and online booking rules. Compare official parking options with drop-off, pick-up and ground transport before choosing how to reach the airport.
Review airport parking optionsLounges and eligibility
LoungesLounge availability at YUL depends on airline, cabin, alliance status, membership or paid-entry rules. Check the operating airline before travel because access rules and opening hours can change.
Check lounge informationAccessibility and assistance
AccessPassengers needing mobility, sensory, medical or other assistance should confirm airport facilities and arrange airline assistance before travel. Airline-provided help is usually requested through the airline or booking channel.
Review accessibility informationTerminal and parking maps
MapsMaps are useful for finding check-in areas, arrivals paths, parking locations and ground transport pick-up points at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Confirm the terminal before leaving for the airport.
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Useful cost notes
Prices can change, so use these notes to spot likely cost items before checking the official source.
Public transport, taxi, rideshare and private-transfer prices around YUL can change by time, distance, demand and local fees.
Parking prices often vary by car park, stay length and whether online pre-booking is available.
Seat selection, baggage, lounge access, tolls and late-night transport can change the real cost of a trip.
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FAQ
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is located in Montreal, Canada (North America), at coordinates 45.460°, -73.750°.
- Its IATA code is YUL and its ICAO code is CYUL.
- Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport serves Montreal, Canada. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport operates on America/Montreal local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport sits at latitude 45.460° and longitude -73.750°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Carriers tracked on routes from YUL include American Airlines, Air Canada, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, WestJet, Iberia and 3 more.
- Tracked destinations from YUL include New York, London and Toronto, spread across 3 countries.
- Its address is Quebec, Canada, the phone number is +1 514-394-7377, the official website is http://www.admtl.com/. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in Canada. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.