Travelling from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Montreal: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Montreal is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Montreal's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Washington DC (the location of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport).
The busiest route is from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL). You can select from 21 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DCA to YUL is the 06:00 Air Canada option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 16:35 with Air Canada.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your DCA to Montreal flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Montreal tickets are available for booking. Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is where you'll complete your journey.
Book your favourite seat with Air Canada. This airline operates direct flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Montreal.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from DCA to Montreal with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Travelling from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to DCA? If you've booked an early flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Montreal, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
71% of flights departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport reach their destination on time.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Montreal
$224 is currently the best price for a one-way Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Montreal flight. A return plane ticket starts from $391. These fares can change depending on demand.
To find cheap flights from DCA to Montreal, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The distance from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to YUL if you have a late flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Montreal. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from DCA to Montreal.
The street address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU) is about 23 kilometres from the centre of Montreal. Once you've disembarked your flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Montreal, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to YHU. Unwind and get cosy after your DCA to Montreal flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's left over, by reserving your ride from YHU in advance. You'll also avoid paying more than you have to, especially during peak travel times.
Best time to go to Montreal
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Montreal. July is the busiest month to travel to Montreal. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in January.
Lock in a Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Montreal plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from DCA to Montreal in January if you like travelling 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 ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Montreal, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Montreal Botanical Garden and Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Montreal to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Montreal, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Journey around 499 kilometres southwest to Toronto to tick off its top attractions. From CN Tower to The Top CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 153 kilometres west of Montreal, Ottawa is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.


