{"response": {"Key": "IAD-YMQ", "orig": {"code": "IAD", "type": "airport", "city": "Washington", "fullCity": "Washington, United States", "airport": "Washington Intl Airport"}, "dest": {"code": "YMQ", "type": "airport", "city": "Montréal", "fullCity": "Montréal, Quebec", "airport": "Trudeau Intl Airport"}, "faq": {"q0": {"question": "What is the typical flight duration from Washington to Montréal?", "answer": "Flights from Washington to Montréal cover about 490 miles. The typical nonstop flight time is 1 hour 48 minutes, with the return leg taking about 2 hours, a modest difference.", "methodology": "Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": ["flight_schedule"]}, "q1": {"question": "Are there any direct flights from Washington to Montréal?", "answer": "Yes, United and Air Canada both fly nonstop from Washington Dulles (IAD) to Montréal (YUL) daily. United operates up to seven flights a day departing between late morning and late evening, while Air Canada runs two daily departures in the mid-morning. The nonstop flight takes about 1 hour 48 minutes eastbound.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": ["route_airlines", "flight_schedule"]}, "q3": {"question": "What are the ground transportation options in Montréal?", "answer": "From Montréal-Trudeau (YUL), the 747 Express Bus is the most-used and fastest option to downtown, taking about 45–60 minutes for a $4.75 fare. Taxis offer a fixed $49.45 ride (daytime) to the city center, while Uber and Lyft provide similar door-to-door service. Car rentals are available on-site from major agencies, and several hotels run courtesy shuttles. A future REM light-rail link will eventually connect the airport, but for now the 747 bus is the top pick for cost and frequency.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/29089144643357-How-much-does-a-taxi-ride-cost", "title": "How much does a taxi ride cost? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport", "time_published": "2025-09-12T15:26:23Z"}, {"url": "http://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/categories/360000103337-Ground-Transportation", "title": "Ground Transportation – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport", "time_published": "2019-01-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montréal–Trudeau_International_Airport", "title": "Montréal–Trudeau International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-17T16:57:08Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation%20in%20Montreal", "title": "Transportation in Montreal", "time_published": "2026-03-15T16:43:15Z"}, {"url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/30293241484829-Do-you-offer-an-assistance-between-the-drop-off-zone-and-the-terminal-at-YUL", "title": "Do you offer an assistance between the drop-off zone and the terminal at YUL? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport", "time_published": "2025-09-12T17:53:20Z"}]}, "q4": {"question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington to Montréal?", "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Washington to Montréal are August, September, and October, with average fares as low as $420 in August, while February, March, and January are the most expensive, with February averaging $549.", "methodology": "This 'good deal' estimate shows a representative best price for each departure date across roughly a 12-month window (about 3 months back and 9 months forward). It is built from real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, accumulated into a price history for each departure date. Rather than weighting all of that history equally, we apply exponential time decay so recent prices dominate — a price seen yesterday counts almost in full, one from about a month ago roughly a third, and prices from a few months back very little — giving a figure that tracks today's market instead of a stale long-run average. Clear price outliers are removed before any calculation, departure dates with no observations are filled in from nearby dates, and the resulting curve is lightly smoothed so it reads as a clean seasonal trend rather than day-to-day noise.", "toolsUsed": ["seasonal_prices"]}, "q5": {"question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Washington to Montréal?", "answer": "For the best fare from Washington (IAD) to Montréal (YMQ), aim to book 10 to 13 weeks before departure, when prices average around $403. Booking about 90 days out can yield the lowest price near $398, while last-minute tickets can jump to $761. During peak summer and holiday periods, you'll want to book even earlier, as demand pushes optimal windows further out.", "methodology": "This booking-window guidance is built from the same real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, re-grouped by how many days before departure each price was seen (from the departure day out to about 180 days ahead) across the route's price history. At each booking lead time we report the 25th-percentile price — the cheaper end of what travelers were quoted, rather than the rock-bottom minimum (which can be a fluke) or the average (which is pulled up by expensive last-minute fares). The buy-or-wait advice then applies a risk premium that grows as departure approaches, since seat availability shrinks and prices become less predictable; using that adjusted curve we flag windows where waiting is likely to save a meaningful amount (at least $20 or 5%) versus windows where booking now is the better call. Isolated single-day recommendations are filtered out, so the advice only reflects a window that holds for several days in a row.", "toolsUsed": ["booking_timing"]}, "q6": {"question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Washington to Montréal?", "answer": "Yes, United flies nonstop red‑eye service from Washington Dulles (IAD) to Montréal (YUL) with 14 weekly departures, operating daily at 22:05 and 22:08. These late‑evening flights are scheduled to arrive the same night, landing just before midnight.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": ["redeye_flights"]}, "q7": {"question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Washington to Montréal?", "answer": "United and Air Canada operate nonstop from Washington Dulles to Montréal, with United offering up to 49 weekly flights and Air Canada around 14. United’s median fare is approximately $471, while Air Canada is typically the low-fare leader at around $388.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": ["route_airlines"]}, "q8": {"question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Washington and Montréal?", "answer": "Common layover cities include New York (JFK or LGA), Philadelphia (PHL), and Toronto (YYZ). These hubs offer frequent onward flights, keeping total travel time competitive with non‑stop options. New York and Philadelphia provide extensive domestic connections and efficient transfers. Toronto is a major hub with many Montréal flights, but requires clearing Canadian customs during the connection."}, "q10": {"question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Montréal?", "answer": "May, June, September, and early October offer pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists than the summer peak."}, "q11": {"question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Washington to Montréal?", "answer": "Bring a valid passport; U.S. citizens do not need a visa for short stays but must have an eTA if flying, along with proof of onward travel, a payment method for baggage, and any required vaccination certificates."}, "q12": {"question": "Which airport should I use in Montréal?", "answer": "Montréal has one main passenger airport: Montréal-Trudeau. It serves all commercial airlines and is the only airport you should use."}, "q13": {"question": "How do I get to Washington Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From downtown Washington, D.C., the fastest and most popular option is the Silver Line Metrorail: take the Silver Line Express bus from Dulles to the Wiehle-Reston East station ($5 each way), then connect to the Metrorail into the city. Taxis (Washington Flyer) and ride‑share services (Uber, Lyft) are available 24/7 curbside and offer door‑to‑door convenience at a higher cost. Shared‑van shuttles like SuperShuttle provide a middle ground in price and speed. Driving and parking is straightforward, with economy lots starting at $15 per day and a free shuttle to the terminal, but the airport is 26 miles from downtown, so traffic can be unpredictable.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://flydulles.com/flight-schedule-dulles-international-airport-iad", "title": "flydulles.com - Flight Schedule - Dulles International Airport (IAD)", "time_published": "2022-03-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://parking.flydulles.com/economy-parking", "title": "Dulles International Airport Parking | Economy Parking", "time_published": "2026-02-06T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.mwaa.com/ipw-2017-archived", "title": "IPW 2017 - Archived", "time_published": "2021-02-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.mwaa.com/policefireems/fire-ems/fire-ems-washington-dulles-international-airport", "title": "mwaa.com - Fire & EMS at Washington Dulles International Airport", "favicon": "https://www.mwaa.com/themes/custom/mwaa_barrio/favicon.ico", "time_published": "2023-09-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dulles%20International%20Airport", "title": "Dulles International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T14:07:38Z"}]}, "q14": {"question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Montréal airport?", "answer": "Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminal, but comfortable-ish sleeping spots like benches and loungers are available airside and landside. The Sheraton Montreal Airport Hotel is directly connected to the terminal and offers a complimentary shuttle service. Several other nearby hotels also provide shuttle service to the airport.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/montreal-trudeau-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Montreal Trudeau Airport Guide (YUL) - Sleeping in Airports", "time_published": "2018-10-02T00:00:16Z"}, {"url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/yulsa-sheraton-montreal-airport-hotel/overview/", "title": "Hotel Near Montreal-Trudeau Airport | Sheraton Montreal Airport Hotel", "time_published": "2023-08-11T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/360002576638-Is-there-a-baggage-porter-service-at-YUL", "title": "Is there a baggage porter service at YUL? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport", "time_published": "2025-11-10T16:31:15Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montréal–Trudeau_International_Airport", "title": "Montréal–Trudeau International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-17T16:57:08Z"}, {"url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/canada/quebec/montreal/activities/private_departure_transfer_to_montreal_airport_yul-XSR8BL?property=YULLE", "title": "Private Departure Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL", "time_published": "2026-02-27T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/360000864457-Are-there-lockers-at-the-airport", "title": "Are there lockers at the airport? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-05T04:00:00Z"}]}, "q15": {"question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Trudeau Intl Airport?", "answer": "Montréal–Trudeau International Airport (YUL) offers currency exchange offices in both the public and restricted areas of the terminal. A multi-faith prayer and meditation room is available on the departures level near gate 49. Free Wi‑Fi is provided throughout the terminal — connect to the “YUL Wi-Fi” network.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montréal–Trudeau_International_Airport", "title": "Montréal–Trudeau International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-17T16:57:08Z"}, {"url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/30293241484829-Do-you-offer-an-assistance-between-the-drop-off-zone-and-the-terminal-at-YUL", "title": "Do you offer an assistance between the drop-off zone and the terminal at YUL? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport", "time_published": "2025-09-12T17:53:20Z"}, {"url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/360002576638-Is-there-a-baggage-porter-service-at-YUL", "title": "Is there a baggage porter service at YUL? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport", "time_published": "2025-11-10T16:31:15Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montr%C3%A9al-Trudeau_International_Airport", "title": "Montréal–Trudeau International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2003-07-08T23:40:59Z"}, {"url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/categories/360000107258-Airport-Services", "title": "Airport Services – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport", "time_published": "2019-01-01T00:00:00Z"}]}, "q16": {"question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Washington and Montréal airports?", "answer": "Washington Dulles (IAD) provides disability services coordinated by its ADA office (contact Charles Wilson at 703-417-8639), though specific children's play areas are not detailed in the available information. At Montréal-Trudeau (YUL), passengers can request free accessible assistance—including wheelchair and electric cart services—by filling out an online form or calling 514-420-5030 at least 48 hours in advance; while dedicated children's facilities aren't explicitly mentioned, the airport's shops and lounges are designed for wheelchair access. Both airports recommend contacting your airline directly for wheelchair assistance during boarding and deplaning.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://www.flydulles.com/", "title": "Official Website of Washington Dulles International Airport - IAD", "favicon": "https://www.flydulles.com/themes/custom/mwaa_barrio/favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-07-17T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.flydulles.com/customer-service/disability-services", "title": "flydulles.com - Disability Services", "favicon": "https://www.flydulles.com/themes/custom/mwaa_barrio/favicon.ico"}, {"url": "https://www.mwaa.com/policies-regulations/civil-rights-patrons/ada-rehab-act-notice", "title": "mwaa.com - ADA Rehab Act Notice", "time_published": "2021-08-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assistance%20for%20airline%20passengers%20with%20disabilities", "title": "Assistance for airline passengers with disabilities", "time_published": "2025-09-29T17:44:25Z"}, {"url": "https://www.mwaa.com/policefireems/fire-ems/fire-ems-washington-dulles-international-airport", "title": "mwaa.com - Fire & EMS at Washington Dulles International Airport", "favicon": "https://www.mwaa.com/themes/custom/mwaa_barrio/favicon.ico", "time_published": "2023-09-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/360005184317-What-accessible-services-are-offered-when-departing-from-YUL", "title": "What accessible services are offered when departing from YUL? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport", "time_published": "2026-03-19T15:32:41Z"}, {"url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/360005498977-What-accessible-services-are-available-upon-my-arrival-at-YUL", "title": "What accessible services are available upon my arrival at YUL? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport", "time_published": "2026-03-19T16:26:51Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montréal–Trudeau_International_Airport", "title": "Montréal–Trudeau International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-17T16:57:08Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montr%C3%A9al%E2%80%93Pierre_Elliott_Trudeau_International_Airport", "title": "Montréal–Trudeau International Airport - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2003-07-08T23:40:59Z"}, {"url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/30293241484829-Do-you-offer-an-assistance-between-the-drop-off-zone-and-the-terminal-at-YUL", "title": "Do you offer an assistance between the drop-off zone and the terminal at YUL? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport", "time_published": "2025-09-12T17:53:20Z"}]}, "q17": {"question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Washington to Montréal?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Washington Dulles to Montréal are typically operated with the Embraer 175 (by Air Canada and United) and the Canadair Regional Jet 900 (by Air Canada). The exact aircraft can vary by day, but these two regional jets are the most common on the route. On connecting itineraries, you'll also see aircraft like the De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400, Boeing 737 MAX 8, and Airbus A220-200 on longer legs through hubs such as Toronto, Newark, or Chicago.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": ["route_aircraft"]}, "q20": {"question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Washington?", "answer": "Washington Dulles offers several lounges across its concourses. In Concourse A, you’ll find the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse, the Etihad Airways Lounge (also operating as the Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club), and the Air France/KLM Lounge. Concourse B houses the Turkish Airlines Lounge Washington D.C., while the Lufthansa Business and Senator Lounges are temporarily closed. The Capital One Lounge is located pre-security near the TSA checkpoints and is open daily from 5:30 am to 9:00 pm. Access policies vary: many airline lounges admit business-class passengers and elite status holders, while the Capital One Lounge is available to eligible cardholders, and the Air France/KLM Lounge also participates in Priority Pass, though access may be restricted during peak afternoon hours.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/IAD", "title": "American Express Lounges at Washington Dulles International Airport | Amex US", "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/washington-dulles-international", "title": "Washington Dulles International Airport IAD Lounges - IAD Airport Guide and lounges.  | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-th/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/IAD", "title": "American Express Lounges at Washington Dulles International Airport | Amex TH", "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.flydulles.com/travel-information/services-amenities/airport-lounges/capital-one-lounge-iad", "title": "Capital One Lounge - IAD | flydulles.com", "time_published": "2022-03-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/zh-CN/lounges/united-states-of-america/washington-dulles-international/iad6-air-france-klm-lounge", "title": "Air France - KLM Lounge IAD AIRPORT A 大厅 杜勒斯国际机场 (Washington DC Dulles Intl) | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"}]}, "q21": {"question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Washington to Montréal?", "answer": "Baggage policies on Washington–Montréal flights depend on the airline and fare type. Basic Economy tickets often exclude a checked bag, while standard economy usually includes one checked bag and a personal item; a full‑size carry‑on may or may not be allowed depending on the airline’s policy. Premium cabins offer more generous allowances."}, "q22": {"question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Washington to Montréal?", "answer": "On flights from Washington to Montréal, you can expect Economy seating. Premium Economy and flat-bed Business class are not common on this short-haul route."}, "q23": {"question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare class; flexible and premium cabin tickets generally offer same‑day change and standby options, while basic economy tickets typically do not."}}}}