Traveling from Montreal to Phoenix: what you need to know
Planning your vacation begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Montreal to Phoenix departing from here.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is the primary arrival point in Phoenix.
Hop on a direct Montreal to Phoenix flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Phoenix is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Montreal.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are five departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Montreal to Phoenix is with Air Canada at 17:55. Choose the first YUL to PHX departure with Air Canada at 09:10 to fit in more activities on your first day in Phoenix.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Montreal to Phoenix flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Phoenix
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Phoenix is $167. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $290. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book three months before traveling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Montreal to Phoenix flights.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Montreal to Phoenix is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You can book a direct flight from Montreal to Phoenix taking off from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Start your trip at YUL and touch down at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).
Secure your Montreal to Phoenix plane tickets with Air Canada. This airline is a popular choice for direct flights from YUL.
Located around 10 miles from the center of Montreal, YUL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Montreal to Phoenix, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% touch down on time at their destination.
YUL's address is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) to central Phoenix takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 15 miles away.
Traveling to the center on public transport will take you around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to SCF if you're coming in on a late flight from Montreal to Phoenix. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Once your flight from Montreal to Phoenix has landed, you can make your way to the city center in around 10 minutes by car. Central Phoenix is roughly 4 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).
If you hop on public transport, you'll get to the city center in 35 minutes or so.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, Dollar and Thrifty.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from PHX one week ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is located at 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) is around 25 miles from central Phoenix. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the city center in a cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Montreal to Phoenix.
Begin your travels without stressing over how to get to your next stop with a Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted suppliers here like Dollar, Alamo and Budget.
If you're after a vehicle with specific features, lock in your ride from AZA around two weeks ahead of your flight from Montreal to Phoenix. This gives you a higher chance of getting the car you want, as well as a better rate.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is located at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
Best time to go to Phoenix
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Montreal to Montreal. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel prices are typically higher and attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Montreal in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Montreal to Phoenix ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Phoenix to range from 79ºF to 111ºF.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Montreal to Phoenix in January when temperatures average between 39ºF and 68ºF.
More about Phoenix
Start your Phoenix trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Montreal to Phoenix, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are leading attractions which should feature on every Phoenix itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Phoenix is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 300 miles west of Phoenix, a trip to San Diego will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Around 260 miles north-west of Phoenix, Las Vegas is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience.
