Travelling from Chicago to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL): What you need to know
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is Chicago's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) departing from here.
2 hours 15 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Chicago to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport flight.
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Chicago. Montreal-Trudeau International Airport is located in Montreal.
With 49 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the busiest route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from ORD to YUL is with United Airlines at 6:05pm.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Chicago to YUL. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
July is a busy time to fly out. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Memorial Day or Christmas, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Nonstop flights from Chicago to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) operate from here.
Popular carriers that offer direct flights from Chicago to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport out of ORD include:
The airline most travellers choose when flying between ORD and YUL is Air Canada.
Among carriers on this route, American Airlines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
ORD is about 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
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When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 70% of flights complete their journey on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport. Check out these connections between Chicago Midway International Airport and YUL:
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
MDW is about 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Chicago to YUL flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that leave from this airport arrive on time.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
When searching for a plane ticket from Chicago to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) out of Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), you can choose from a few stopover options. Consider making a detour to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), one of the busiest connection points on this route.
RFD is around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Chicago to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're jetting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights land when they should. At RFD, that rate is 71%.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near YUL and hit the lights earlier:
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Chicago to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Getting from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal
Central Montreal is around 19 kilometres from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport is $100. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $301. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Chicago to YUL, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Chicago to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Think about the kind of experience you want when picking your flight dates. January is the quietest month to go to Montreal. July is when most people book flights from Chicago to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Lock in a Chicago to YUL plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Montreal to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport in January when temperatures are between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are must-visits when exploring Montreal.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Montreal, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Travel about 153 kilometres west to Ottawa to tick off its must-visit sights. From Rideau Canal National Historic Site to Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 153 kilometres west of Montreal, Gatineau is another essential stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Canadian Museum of History, Luskville Falls and Meech Lake.