Flying from Montreal to Toronto: what you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Montreal's main airports, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) or St. Hubert Airport (YHU). Explore your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Toronto departing from either of these.
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) are the primary hubs in Toronto.
A direct flight from Montreal to Toronto takes an average of 1 hour 25 minutes. Toronto's timezone is UTC-4 — the same as Montreal.
With 625 flights a week between the two airports, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Montreal to Toronto with Air Canada at 05:00. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from YUL to YYZ is with Air Canada at 23:00.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Montreal to Toronto.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
When flying domestically within Canada, you don't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to bring another form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked cheap flights from Montreal to Toronto, make sure your ID is up to date.
Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You can reserve a direct flight from Montreal to Toronto taking off from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Set out from YUL, and then hit the runway at Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
Well-known carriers that operate direct flights from Montreal to Toronto out of YUL include:
The journey from central Montreal to YUL takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After an easy start to your travels? Stay near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Montreal to Toronto or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is around 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
It takes around 49 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to Toronto. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. Once you've hopped off your flight from Montreal to Toronto, allow for a drive time of approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 39 minutes.
You'll find some cozy hotels where you can rest ahead of your adventure near YTZ. Settle in after your flight from Montreal to Toronto at any of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Toronto
Currently, C$109 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Toronto. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$188. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from Montreal to Toronto by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Montreal to Toronto is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Best time to go to Toronto
August is the most popular month for flights from Montreal to Toronto. To escape the crowds, head to Toronto in February.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Montreal to Toronto in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Montreal to Toronto in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 1ºC on average.
More about Toronto
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Toronto right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Montreal to Toronto:
CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Toronto must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Complete your Toronto trip with a car rental
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