Flying from Philadelphia to Montreal: what you need to know
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is Philadelphia's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Montreal taking off from here.
Touch down at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), the major arrival point in Montreal.
The average length of a direct Philadelphia to Montreal flight is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Philadelphia and Montreal share the UTC-4 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
The busiest route for flights from Philadelphia to Montreal is from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). You can select from 31 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PHL to YUL is the 08:20 American Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the final scheduled service is at 21:00 with American Airlines.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Philadelphia to Montreal flight.
Popular months like August or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and four hours ahead of an international departure is a smart idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Montreal
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Montreal is Rs44,850. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs101,412. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To snag cheap Philadelphia to Montreal flights, reserve your journey two months ahead of your planned departure.
May is the best month for scoring an incredible deal on a plane ticket from Philadelphia to Montreal. If you'd like 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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Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Jet off from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) on a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Montreal. From PHL, you can travel directly to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Be on the lookout for promotions with American Airlines. This airline offers direct Philadelphia to Montreal plane tickets from PHL.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Philadelphia to Montreal flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Philadelphia International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
PHL is about 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Philadelphia International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Montreal, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is approximately 16 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Philadelphia to Montreal. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and experience more of Montreal and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
The street address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
The centre of Montreal is located around 26 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). As soon as your flight from Philadelphia to Montreal has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Touch down, grab your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and set off without missing a beat. Enterprise and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
Usually, the earlier you book, the more you save and the better your options. Reserve your ride from YHU once your travel dates are set.
Best time to go to Montreal
August is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia to Montreal. To skip the crowds, visit Montreal in February.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Philadelphia to Montreal ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Montreal in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Montreal, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are attractions you won't want to skip in Montreal.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Montreal, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel around 499 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its leading attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another side of Canada, consider Ottawa, roughly 153 kilometres west of Montreal. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are the start of reasons to visit.