Travelling from Montreal to San Diego International Airport (SAN): What you need to know
Montreal's main base, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Montreal to San Diego International Airport (SAN).
Around 5 hours 55 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Montreal to San Diego International Airport flight.
San Diego is three hours behind Montreal. San Diego International Airport is located in San Diego, which follows the UTC-7 timezone.
The most popular route is from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to San Diego International Airport (SAN). There are 3 direct services every week. Air Canada operates a 4:45pm departure between YUL and SAN.
Your flight from Montreal to SAN won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Go straight to your destination from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Direct flights from Montreal to San Diego International Airport (SAN) can be booked from here.
Air Canada is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Montreal to San Diego International Airport departing from YUL.
Air Canada is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from YUL to SAN.
YUL is around 26 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Montreal to San Diego International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of the departures from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
YUL's address is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
On public transport, you can travel from central Montreal to YHU in about 1 hour 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these hotels near St. Hubert Airport the day before your Montreal to SAN flight:
About San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Have a late flight from Montreal to San Diego International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near SAN and turn out the lights sooner:
Pick up a San Diego International Airport rental car and explore San Diego and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your Montreal to San Diego International Airport flight.
The street address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
San Diego International Airport is about 3 kilometres from central San Diego. How long it'll take to get to the centre by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to San Diego International Airport is $299. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $455. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Score cheap flights from Montreal to SAN by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Montreal to San Diego International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Montreal to San Diego International Airport (SAN). July is when most people visit San Diego. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in May.
The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Montreal to SAN flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
February has temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Montreal to San Diego International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about San Diego
Start your San Diego trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Montreal to San Diego International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Your San Diego visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Highlights worth exploring include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Explore more of the United States
You've done San Diego, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey around 177 kilometres north-west to Los Angeles to tick off its leading attractions. From Hollywood Sign to Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Bowl, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in the United States, consider Long Beach, about 145 kilometres north-west of San Diego. SkyThrills! - Fly a Real Fighter Aircraft & Become A Fighter Pilot For A Day! Long Beach, CA, Queen Mary and The Queen Mary are key highlights.