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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Vancouver to Montreal? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Montreal.$351 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Jan, returning Sun, 1 Feb.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Abbotsford on Sun, 25 Jan, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $351, select.

Montreal.$361 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Jan, returning Wed, 21 Jan.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Abbotsford on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Wed, 21 Jan, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $361, select.

Montreal.$370 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Dec, returning Fri, 23 Jan.Return flight with Air Transat and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Air Transat, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 23 Dec, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $370, select.

Montreal.$404 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Apr, returning Sat, 25 Apr.Return flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Flair Airlines departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 18 Apr, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound direct flight with Flair Airlines departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $404, select.

Montreal.$405 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Feb, returning Fri, 6 Feb.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Abbotsford on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $405, select.

Montreal.$419 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb, returning Mon, 9 Mar.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Abbotsford on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Abbotsford.Price includes taxes and charges.From $419, select.

Montreal.$438 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Jan, returning Tue, 27 Jan.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Tue, 27 Jan, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $438, select.

Montreal.$439 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Feb, returning Wed, 4 Feb.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $439, select.

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Cheapest deal$350

Cheapest monthJanuary

Average flight duration4 hours and 52 minutes

Find the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to Montreal

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Alternative Vancouver to Montreal routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Vancouver to Montreal? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Finding cheap flights from Vancouver to Montreal: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Montreal?

There are 3 airports in Montreal: Montreal St Hubert, Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau and Montreal Mirabel.

How much are return flights from Vancouver to Montreal?

The best price we found for a return flight from Vancouver to Montreal is $350. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Vancouver to Montreal?

4 hours and 52 minutes is the average flight time from Vancouver to Montreal.

Which airlines fly direct from Vancouver to Montreal?

Air Canada, Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines fly direct from Vancouver to Montreal.

How many flights are there a week from Vancouver to Montreal?

As of December 2025, there are 190 flights per week flying from Vancouver to Montreal.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Vancouver to Montreal?

The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to Montreal is usually January.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Montreal?

If you're flying from Vancouver, the cheapest airport near Montreal is Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau – which is 16.1 km away from the centre of Montreal. We've found flights into this airport from $350.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Vancouver to Montreal on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver to Montreal on Sunday, 25 January 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Vancouver to Montreal?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 52 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Vancouver to Montreal?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Montreal but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Montreal?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Montreal is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Montreal?

In December, the average temperature is usually around -8°C. July is typically the warmest month in Montreal, when it usually averages around 25°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -17°C. The rainiest month is June.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Vancouver to Montreal with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Montreal is WestJet. And the cheapest airline that flies to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport is Flair Airlines.

Travelling from Vancouver to Montreal: what you need to know

Start your journey at one of Vancouver's main airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Check out your options for booking a flight from Vancouver to Montreal jetting off from either of these.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and St. Hubert Airport (YHU) are the major entry points to Montreal.
The average length of a direct Vancouver to Montreal flight is 4 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of Vancouver.
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 43 weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Vancouver to Montreal is with Air Canada at 23:55. Choose the first YVR to YUL departure operated by Air Canada at 00:10 to maximise your time in Montreal.
To ensure you board your Vancouver to Montreal flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Montreal

To snag cheap Vancouver to Montreal flights, reserve your trip two months ahead of your departure.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Vancouver to Montreal is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Vancouver to Montreal by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Lock in a cheap Vancouver to Montreal flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

Take off from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) on a nonstop flight from Vancouver to Montreal. From YVR, you can fly directly to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Leading carriers that offer direct Vancouver to Montreal plane tickets from YVR include:
YVR is about 11 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Vancouver to Montreal? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Vancouver International Airport:
When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, 71.77% of flights complete their journey on time.

Abbotsford Airport (YXX)

From central Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to get there by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near Abbotsford Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Vancouver to Montreal flight:
The on-time performance rating of YXX is 67.97%. In other words, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.

Arriving in Montreal

Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Vancouver to Montreal, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YUL:
Travel at your own pace with a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and venture far and wide through Montreal and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.

St. Hubert Airport (YHU)

St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is about 26 kilometres from central Montreal. Once you've disembarked your flight from Vancouver to Montreal, it takes approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Pick up a St. Hubert Airport rental car and be in control of your journey. You can choose from leading companies like Enterprise and Budget.
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's available, by booking your ride from YHU ahead of time. You can also avoid paying more than you need to, especially during busy airport times.

Best time to go to Montreal

August is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver to Montreal. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Montreal in February.
Before locking in your Vancouver to Montreal tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Vancouver to Montreal in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.

More about Montreal

When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Montreal right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Vancouver to Montreal:
Mount Royal Park and Montreal Botanical Garden are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Montreal to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.

Explore more of Canada

You've done Montreal, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Travel around 499 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its top attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 153 kilometres west of Montreal, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.