Cheap Flights from Montreal (YMQA) to Vancouver (YVR)

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Montreal to Vancouver International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Montreal to Vancouver International flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Montreal to Vancouver International

Montreal to Vancouver International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Montreal to Vancouver below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Vancouver International.

Montreal to Vancouver: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$244
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time5 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week175

Finding cheap flights from Montreal to Vancouver International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Montreal to Vancouver International is $244. 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.
5 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Montreal to Vancouver International.
Air Canada, Air New Zealand and Lufthansa fly direct from Montreal to Vancouver International.
As of August 2025, there are 175 flights per week flying from Montreal to Vancouver International.
The cheapest month to fly from Montreal to Vancouver International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Montreal to Vancouver International Airport on Friday, 5 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 30 minutes.
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 Vancouver International 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Vancouver is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Montreal to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): What you need to know

  • Kick off your journey at one of Montreal's main airports, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) or St. Hubert Airport (YHU). Explore your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) jetting off from either of these.

  • Jump on a direct Montreal to Vancouver International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 5 hours 35 minutes.

  • Vancouver International Airport is located in Vancouver. The city follows the UTC-7 timezone and is three hours behind Montreal.

  • The most popular route is from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR), with 43 direct services every week. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from YUL to YVR is the 7am Porter Airlines option. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 10:30pm with Air Canada.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Montreal to YVR.

  • Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Montreal

Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

  • Take the express route from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Nonstop flights from Montreal to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) operate from here.

  • Well-known airlines that have direct flights from Montreal to Vancouver International Airport leaving from YUL include:

  • Most passengers choose to fly with Air Canada between YUL and YVR.

  • Among carriers operating on this route, Air Canada has the best record for on-time arrivals.

  • 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 taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.

  • In search of a convenient hotel close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Montreal to Vancouver International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • When it comes to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport's on-time performance, 64.89% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

  • You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.

St. Hubert Airport (YHU)

About Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver

  • Vancouver International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • $124 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Vancouver International Airport. A return flight starts at $244. These fares can change based on availability and demand.

  • Book one month before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Montreal to YVR.

  • Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Montreal to Vancouver International Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Finding a cheap flight ticket from Montreal to YVR is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Bag the best deal on a flight from Montreal to Vancouver International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Montreal to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. May is the quietest month to go to Vancouver. August is when most people book flights from Montreal to Vancouver International Airport (YVR), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.

  • Lock in a Montreal to YVR flight ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Vancouver to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Montreal to Vancouver International Airport in December when temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).

More about Vancouver

  • After booking your flight from Montreal to Vancouver International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Vancouver:

  • Your Vancouver visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include Stanley Park, Stanley Park Seawall and Stanley Park Seawall.

Explore more of Canada

  • You've visited Vancouver, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Journey about 274 kilometres east to Kelowna to tick off its leading attractions. From Lake Okanagan to The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver, Kamloops is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to St. Paul's Cathedral, Valleyview Nature Park and Clearwater Lakes.

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