What percentage of Montreal to Washington, D.C. flights are direct?

Historically, approximately 34.1% of flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C. have been direct. For routes that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This data is based on observations from the trailing 90 days, providing insight into the typical flight options available for this route.

How many hours is the flight from Montreal to Washington, D.C.?

The typical direct flight from Montreal to Washington, D.C. has a median duration of 1 hour and 58 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 5 hours and 43 minutes. The distance between the two cities is approximately 787 kilometers. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for Montreal to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C. are frequently discounted. This indicates that price fluctuations are common for this route. Setting a price alert can be beneficial to track these changes and potentially secure a more favorable fare. This pattern has been observed across the trailing 30 days.

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Montreal to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

For flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C., fares typically range from $315–$711, with a median of $455. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and about 15% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices for this route.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C., the cheapest months to fly are typically April, with a median fare of $268, followed by October at $280, and January at $289. These months offer the lowest median prices, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

A typical journey from Montreal to Washington, D.C. has a median flight time of 1h 58m for direct flights. However, most itineraries connect at least once, and for connecting flights, the median journey time is significantly longer at 7h 54m. Overall, a typical journey including connections takes 1h 58m.

The route from Montreal to Washington, D.C. covers a distance of 784 kilometers. This classifies it as a short-haul flight, meaning it is a relatively quick journey suitable for short trips.

How much is a round trip from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: CA$268 - CA$570

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C. is between 268 CAD and 570 CAD. The current lowest deal is 333 CAD with Air Canada for travel from Nov 20-Nov 30.

now CA$333

Low CA$268

High CA$570

The cheapest time to fly from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from Montreal to Washington, D.C. is January, with a median price of $289. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $565. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

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Flights from CA$289

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Most Expensive

Flights from CA$565

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Direct flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

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Last-minute flights going from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

YUL - Washington, D.C.

Montreal (YUL) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Air Canada

CA$510

CA$430

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

YHU - Washington, D.C.

Montreal (YHU) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Porter Airlines

CA$851

CA$624

One-way

Fri, Sep 25

⌛ Last-Minute

YUL - Washington, D.C.

Montreal (YUL) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Air Canada

CA$503

CA$401

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YUL - Washington, D.C.

Montreal (YUL) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Air Canada

CA$412

CA$400

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YUL - Washington, D.C.

Montreal (YUL) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Porter Airlines

CA$864

CA$426

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YUL - Washington, D.C.

Montreal (YUL) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Air Canada

CA$435

CA$432

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

3 nights

Oct 1 - Oct 4

CA$855 → CA$426

50%

2 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 4

CA$856 → CA$433

49%

3 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 5

CA$855 → CA$436

49%

2 nights

Oct 23 - Oct 25

CA$820 → CA$406

51%

Popular Airports to fly from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

Montreal - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Montreal to Washington, D.C. are below the typical level at $333.

📅 Best time to fly

April, October, and January offer lower median prices.

Historically, April ($268), October ($280), and January ($289) have offered the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 58m; connecting flights average 7h 54m.

Direct flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C. average 1h 58m, while connecting flights average 7h 54m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Historically, 34.1% of flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights being dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Canada offers direct flights on this route.

Air Canada provides direct flight options from Montreal to Washington, D.C. with 2 direct deals recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this short-haul route.

Deals for flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C. are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Montreal main airports to depart from

Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International (YUL)

Cheapest

Fly from Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International for a convenient departure to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~14 km from Montreal city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CA$426

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International is a good arrival option for flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CA$381

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Consider Philadelphia International for its extensive route networks and carrier competition, which may offer lower fares.

📍 ~200 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or Amtrak)

💸 Flights from ~CA$500

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Historically, the best prices for flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C. are found when booking between 28 and 59 days in advance. During this period, the average price for a flight was around $408. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees prices around $455, while booking 7-13 days out averages $427. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made 14-27 days in advance, averaging $542, and for those made 60+ days out, averaging $530.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Montreal to Washington, D.C. was considered to be $315 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $455. Prices above $711 were historically in the more expensive range. Travelers can use these benchmarks to assess the value of available flights.

Based on historical data from the trailing 270 days, the cheapest months to fly from Montreal to Washington, D.C. are typically April, October, and January. In April, the median price was $268, while October saw a median of $280. January also offered favorable prices with a median of $289. The annual median price for this route was $455, indicating significant savings during these months.

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Montreal to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

The route from Montreal to Washington, D.C. covers a distance of 784 kilometers. This classifies it as a short-haul flight, meaning it is a relatively quick journey suitable for short trips.

How much is a round trip from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: CA$268 - CA$570

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C. is between 268 CAD and 570 CAD. The current lowest deal is 333 CAD with Air Canada for travel from Nov 20-Nov 30.

now CA$333

Low CA$268

High CA$570

The cheapest time to fly from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

January

Cheapest

Flights from CA$289

June

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$565

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

Air Canada

Last-minute flights going from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

YUL - Washington, D.C.

Montreal (YUL) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Air Canada

CA$510

CA$430

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

YHU - Washington, D.C.

Montreal (YHU) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Porter Airlines

CA$851

CA$624

One-way

Fri, Sep 25

⌛ Last-Minute

YUL - Washington, D.C.

Montreal (YUL) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Air Canada

CA$503

CA$401

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YUL - Washington, D.C.

Montreal (YUL) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Air Canada

CA$412

CA$400

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YUL - Washington, D.C.

Montreal (YUL) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Porter Airlines

CA$864

CA$426

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YUL - Washington, D.C.

Montreal (YUL) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Air Canada

CA$435

CA$432

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

3 nights

Oct 1 - Oct 4

CA$855 → CA$426

50%

2 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 4

CA$856 → CA$433

49%

3 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 5

CA$855 → CA$436

49%

2 nights

Oct 23 - Oct 25

CA$820 → CA$406

51%

Popular Airports to fly from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

Montreal - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Montreal to Washington, D.C. are below the typical level at $333.

📅 Best time to fly

April, October, and January offer lower median prices.

Historically, April ($268), October ($280), and January ($289) have offered the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 58m; connecting flights average 7h 54m.

Direct flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C. average 1h 58m, while connecting flights average 7h 54m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Historically, 34.1% of flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights being dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Canada offers direct flights on this route.

Air Canada provides direct flight options from Montreal to Washington, D.C. with 2 direct deals recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this short-haul route.

Deals for flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C. are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Montreal main airports to depart from

Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International (YUL)

Cheapest

Fly from Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International for a convenient departure to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~14 km from Montreal city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CA$426

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International is a good arrival option for flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CA$381

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Consider Philadelphia International for its extensive route networks and carrier competition, which may offer lower fares.

Washington, D.C., United States

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Montreal to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest time to fly from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

Direct flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

Last-minute flights going from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

Popular Airports to fly from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

Montreal - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

April, October, and January offer lower median prices.

Direct flights average 1h 58m; connecting flights average 7h 54m.

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Air Canada offers direct flights on this route.

Deals are frequent for this short-haul route.

Montreal main airports to depart from

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

How early should I book Montreal to Washington, D.C. flights to get the cheapest price?

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What's the cheapest month to fly from Montreal to Washington, D.C.?

What percentage of Montreal to Washington, D.C. flights are direct?

How many hours is the flight from Montreal to Washington, D.C.?

Should I set a price alert for Montreal to Washington, D.C. flights?

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Montreal to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest time to fly from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

Direct flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

Last-minute flights going from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

Popular Airports to fly from Montreal to Washington, D.C.

Montreal - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

April, October, and January offer lower median prices.

Direct flights average 1h 58m; connecting flights average 7h 54m.

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Air Canada offers direct flights on this route.

Deals are frequent for this short-haul route.

Montreal main airports to depart from

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

Best Elite deals to Washington, D.C.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

How early should I book Montreal to Washington, D.C. flights to get the cheapest price?

How do I know if a Montreal to Washington, D.C. flight is a good deal?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Montreal to Washington, D.C.?