Flying from Montreal to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Montreal. Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Montreal to Philadelphia departing from here.
Hop off the plane at Philadelphia's chief entry point, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
The average duration of a direct Montreal to Philadelphia flight is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Montreal.
With 31 flights a week between the two airports, Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Montreal to Philadelphia with American Airlines at 07:10. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from YUL to PHL is with Air Canada at 20:45.
To ensure you don't miss your Montreal to Philadelphia flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Travelling during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Philadelphia
To find cheap Montreal to Philadelphia flights, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
Jet off from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) on a nonstop flight from Montreal to Philadelphia. From YUL, you can fly directly into Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
American Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct Montreal to Philadelphia plane tickets leaving from YUL.
The journey from central Montreal to YUL takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Montreal to Philadelphia? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport:
Of all flights departing from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport, 67% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
Book a hotel near PHL if you have a late flight from Montreal to Philadelphia. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and explore beyond Philadelphia's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. Following your flight from Montreal to Philadelphia, it takes approximately 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you hop on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 35 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near TTN. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Montreal to Philadelphia:
Budget, National and Enterprise make collecting a Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Montreal to Philadelphia. August is the most popular month to visit Philadelphia. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your Montreal to Philadelphia tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap flights from Montreal to Philadelphia around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Philadelphia
Start your Philadelphia trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Montreal to Philadelphia, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Independence Hall and Liberty Bell are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Philadelphia travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres to the northeast, its top attractions include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
If you're looking to explore another corner of the United States, consider Boston, roughly 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are among its highlights.






