Flying from Montreal to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): What you need to know
Montreal's main base, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Montreal to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).
The average duration of a direct Montreal to Washington Dulles International Airport flight is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Washington DC (where Washington Dulles International Airport is located) and Montreal share the UTC-4 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the most popular route. There are 24 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Air Canada at 7:10pm. Choose the first YUL to IAD departure with United Airlines at 5:45am if you'd rather get going earlier.
Your flight from Montreal to IAD won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're flying during a public holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Montreal to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) leave from this terminal.
United Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Montreal to Washington Dulles International Airport taking off from YUL.
United Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from YUL to IAD.
With an impressive 82.58% of services arriving as planned, Air Canada is the most punctual carrier operating on this route.
YUL is around 26 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Montreal to Washington Dulles International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport:
64.89% of flights leaving from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
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 making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Montreal to IAD flight, stay in one of these hotels close to St. Hubert Airport:
About Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Have a late flight from Montreal to Washington Dulles International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near IAD and hit the pillow fast:
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The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
Washington Dulles International Airport to the centre of Washington DC is roughly 40 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Washington Dulles International Airport is C$199. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$334. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
July is when most people book flights from Montreal to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Plan your visit to Washington DC in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
When booking your Montreal to IAD flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Montreal to Washington Dulles International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Washington DC
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Washington DC right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Montreal to Washington Dulles International Airport:
Your Washington DC trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights worth exploring include Smithsonian, Lincoln Memorial and The White House.
Explore more of the United States
Washington DC has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, a trip to Philadelphia will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're looking to explore another side of the United States, consider Virginia Beach, about 274 kilometres south-east of Washington DC. Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach are among the biggest draws.