Flying from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 44 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Washington DC.
Montreal (the location of Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport) and Washington DC are in the same timezone — UTC-4.
The most popular route is from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). There are 90 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from YUL to DCA is the 09:15 United service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 19:05 with United.
To ensure you catch your flight from YUL to Washington DC, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
You can book a direct flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Washington DC. Begin your journey at YUL and arrive at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA).
Air Canada is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Washington DC.
You can visit United States for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Canada. But before reserving your flight tickets from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Washington DC, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for business or other reasons.
YUL is around 26 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Washington DC
C$206 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Washington DC. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$338. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from YUL to Washington DC, book your trip 9 months before the departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Washington DC. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is approximately 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 43 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Washington DC, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near DCA:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. After your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Washington DC, it'll take you around 51 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 3 hours and 26 minutes on public transport.
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Best time to go to Washington DC
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Washington DC while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Washington DC, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
When booking your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Washington DC, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from YUL to Washington DC in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Washington DC
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White House Historical Association and The White House are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Washington DC must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Mall.
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