{ "response": { "Key": "CHI-YMQ", "orig": { "code": "CHI", "type": "airport", "city": "Chicago", "fullCity": "Chicago, Illinois", "airport": "Dupage County" }, "dest": { "code": "YMQ", "type": "airport", "city": "Montréal", "fullCity": "Montréal, Quebec", "airport": "Trudeau Intl Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Chicago to Montréal?", "answer": "A direct flight from Chicago (ORD) to Montréal (YUL) typically takes around 2 hours and 15 minutes. Connecting flights, often via Toronto Pearson, usually range from 4 to 6 hours total depending on layover duration. The return flight from Montréal to Chicago often takes slightly less time, about 2 hours and 10 minutes, due to prevailing tailwinds." }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Chicago to Montréal?", "answer": "Yes, there are direct non‑stop flights from Chicago to Montréal — all three major US carriers (United, American, and Air Canada) serve the route daily from O'Hare (ORD) to Montréal–Trudeau (YUL), with no non‑stop service from Midway. Together they offer up to 203 weekly non‑stop flights, operating every day of the week with departures spread from early morning through late afternoon. No red‑eye flights are scheduled on this route, and the typical aircraft is the Embraer 175, though the Airbus A220‑200, CRJ900, and 737 MAX 8 also appear.", "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 and weekly frequencies are summarized 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). Where available, on-time and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, and typical fares from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. 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. 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_airlines", "flight_schedule", "redeye_flights", "route_aircraft" ] }, "q2": { "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Chicago to Montréal?", "answer": "For U.S. citizens, a visa is not required for short visits to Canada, but from March 15, 2016, you must have a valid eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) when flying to or transiting through a Canadian airport. Canadian citizens do not need a visa or eTA. For other nationalities, standard Canadian visa requirements apply. When returning from Montréal to Chicago, Canadian citizens generally do not need a visa for short U.S. visits under the Visa Waiver Program but must obtain ESTA authorization. U.S. citizens are not affected. Other nationals may need a U.S. visa or ESTA depending on their citizenship." }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Montréal?", "answer": "From Montréal-Trudeau (YUL), the 747 Express Bus is the most-used option, connecting to downtown in 45–60 minutes for a $11 fare. Taxis offer a fixed $49.45 daytime or $56.70 nighttime rate to the city center and are the fastest door-to-door choice. Ride-share services like Uber and Lyft are also available, with pickup at designated zones. Car rentals are on-site, and a future REM light-rail link is under construction. Public transit via STM buses 209, 214, 356, 378, 460, and 815 serve the airport but are less direct for downtown access.", "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 Chicago to Montréal?", "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Montréal is in April, August, and September, with average fares as low as $372. The most expensive months are June and July, when average prices climb to around $505.", "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 Chicago to Montréal?", "answer": "For Chicago to Montréal, the best fares typically appear when booking 7 to 10 weeks ahead, with an average price around $395 in that window. The absolute lowest fare was $394 at 55 days out, while last-minute bookings can cost over $600.", "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 Chicago to Montréal?", "answer": "No red-eye flights are available from Chicago to Montréal — neither nonstop overnight service nor connecting itineraries whose long leg is a red-eye operate on this route.", "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 Chicago to Montréal?", "answer": "United, Air Canada, and American all operate nonstop flights from Chicago O'Hare to Montréal. United offers the most frequent service with 77 weekly flights, while Air Canada and American each have 63 weekly flights. Specific per-carrier fares aren't listed for this route, but you can expect competitive pricing among these three carriers.", "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 Chicago and Montréal?", "answer": "Common layovers include Toronto, Detroit, New York (JFK or LGA) and Philadelphia, offering frequent flights and efficient connections." }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Chicago to Montréal?", "answer": "On-time performance is generally good, though afternoon flights can face delays due to congestion at O'Hare. Early morning departures on United and Air Canada tend to be more reliable." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Montréal?", "answer": "May to June and September to early October offer pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Chicago to Montréal?", "answer": "You need a valid passport (recommended six months validity), proof of onward or return travel, any required Canadian visa or eTA, and a payment method for baggage." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Montréal?", "answer": "Montréal has one main passenger airport, Montréal-Trudeau International Airport, located about 20 km from downtown. It serves all major airlines and is the only practical choice for this route." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Dupage County from the city center?", "answer": "DuPage Airport is a general aviation reliever field in West Chicago, about 29 miles west of downtown, so public transit is limited: Metra’s Union Pacific West line gets you to West Chicago station, and from there you’d need a rideshare or taxi for the last few miles; Pace suburban buses serve the county but don’t reach the airport directly. Driving is the most common option via I-290/I-88, with ample on-site parking, and rideshare or taxi are straightforward but cost more. There are no dedicated airport shuttle buses from the city center. For most travelers, driving or taking a rideshare is fastest and most convenient.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DuPage_Airport", "title": "DuPage Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-16T20:45:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation_in_Chicago", "title": "Transportation in Chicago", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-05-15T02:56:07Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DuPage%20Airport", "title": "DuPage Airport", "time_published": "2026-03-13T22:38:40Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation%20in%20Chicago", "title": "Transportation in Chicago", "time_published": "2026-04-13T06:59:09Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chicago%20Executive%20Airport", "title": "Chicago Executive Airport", "time_published": "2026-03-26T11:15:20Z" } ] }, "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 within the terminal. The Sheraton Montreal Airport Hotel is located nearby and offers a complimentary shuttle to and from the airport. Passengers can also find various seating and resting areas inside the terminal, both landside and airside, though no dedicated sleeping facilities are provided.", "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" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Chicago to Montréal?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Chicago to Montréal are operated by United, Air Canada, and American Airlines, all from O'Hare (ORD) to Montréal–Trudeau (YUL). The most common aircraft on this route is the Embraer 175, which accounts for the majority of flights; the Airbus A220-200, Canadair Regional Jet 900, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 also appear on certain departures, so the exact aircraft varies by day and airline. Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these carriers, though the specific offering depends on the aircraft and airline.", "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. 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_aircraft", "route_airlines" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Chicago to Montréal?", "answer": "The nonstop carriers from Chicago (ORD) to Montréal (YUL) are United Airlines (UA), Air Canada (AC), and American Airlines (AA). United and Air Canada are both Star Alliance members, while American Airlines belongs to oneworld. No SkyTeam carrier flies this route nonstop, and all three operating airlines are alliance members — none are unaligned like JetBlue or Emirates.", "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" ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Chicago to Montréal?", "answer": "Baggage rules vary by airline and fare type. Basic economy often excludes a checked bag, while standard economy usually includes one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium cabins offer more generous allowances." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Chicago to Montréal?", "answer": "Flights from Chicago to Montréal typically offer Economy class and, on select flights, a larger front cabin (often branded as business class) with standard recliner seats rather than flat‑beds; Premium Economy is 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 tickets and premium cabins typically allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy generally does not." } } } }