Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Montreal's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Philadelphia.
Flights from PHL to YUL start from 08:20 — the first with American Airlines. The latest departure is at 21:00 with American Airlines. Overall, there are 46 weekly Philadelphia International Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport flights.
Your PHL to YUL flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
American Airlines is your gateway to exploring Montreal (and maybe even some other great corners of Canada!). Browse the direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport offered by this popular airline.
American Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
With an impressive 84.47% of services arriving on schedule, American Airlines has the best on-time record for PHL to YUL flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between PHL and YUL:
LaGuardia Airport
Logan International Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Currently, C$216 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$564. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from PHL to YUL by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You'll find PHL at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, data shows 78.93% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Philadelphia to Philadelphia International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
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Arriving at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
If you're coming in on a late Philadelphia International Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near YUL:
Go where the road takes you with a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and venture far and wide through Montreal and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to the centre of Montreal has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 15 minutes.
When to fly to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The quietest month for a flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Montreal based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PHL to YUL sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres south-west of Montreal, a trip to Toronto will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Canada, head for Ottawa, about 153 kilometres west of Montreal. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are among the biggest draws.