Traveling from Montreal to Phoenix: what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll leave from in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Phoenix jetting off from here.
Come in for landing at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), the chief entry point to Phoenix.
Book a direct Montreal to Phoenix flight and you'll be flying for an average of 5 hours 25 minutes.
Phoenix is three hours behind Montreal and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are five flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Montreal to Phoenix is with Air Canada at 18:20. Choose the first YUL to PHX departure operated by Air Canada at 08:15 to make the most of your arrival in Phoenix.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Montreal to Phoenix flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.
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 $145. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $238. 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)
Take off from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) on a nonstop flight from Montreal to Phoenix. From YUL, you can land directly at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).
Look out for promotions with Air Canada. This airline offers direct Montreal to Phoenix plane tickets out of YUL.
The journey from central Montreal to YUL takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 miles in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Montreal to Phoenix? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport:
64.89% of flights leaving from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
YUL's address is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
The distance from Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) to central Phoenix is approximately 15 miles. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the center driving.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to Phoenix, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near PHX:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
After your flight from Montreal to Phoenix has touched down, 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).
You can expect the journey to take approximately 35 minutes on public transport.
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare rates and availability from Europcar, Dollar and Thrifty.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from PHX one week in advance often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport can be found at 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Make your way into the city center after your flight from Montreal to Phoenix has landed. Central Phoenix is around 25 miles from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) and takes roughly 40 minutes to get to by car.
Whether you'd like a zippy mini for a solo escape or a full-size SUV to move the whole family, you'll find the right Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport rental car for your needs. Check out the types of wheels available from providers such as Dollar, Alamo and Budget.
If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, lock in your ride from AZA around two weeks ahead of your flight from Montreal to Phoenix. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you prefer, along with a better price.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport's address is 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
Once you've booked your flight from Montreal to Phoenix, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Phoenix:
Desert Botanical Garden and Heard Museum are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Phoenix to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Papago Park.
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.