{ "response": { "Key": "IAH-YMQ", "orig": { "code": "IAH", "type": "airport", "city": "Houston", "fullCity": "Houston, Texas", "airport": "George Bush Intercontinental 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 Houston to Montréal?", "answer": "A nonstop flight from Houston (IAH) to Montréal (YUL) typically takes around 3 hours 45 minutes to 4 hours. With one stop, depending on the connection city, total travel time often ranges from 5 to 7 hours." }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Houston to Montréal?", "answer": "Yes, Air Canada flies nonstop from Houston (IAH) to Montréal (YUL) with 21 weekly flights — three daily departures at 10:00 AM, 11:50 AM, and 12:10 PM, operating every day of the week. It's the only airline offering nonstop service on this route.", "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.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule" ] }, "q2": { "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Houston to Montréal?", "answer": "Yes, there are visa and travel‑authorization requirements for flights between Houston and Montréal, depending on your citizenship. If you are a U.S. citizen, you do not need a visa to visit Canada for short stays, but you must have a valid U.S. passport. If you are a Canadian citizen, you do not need a visa to enter the U.S. by air, but you must hold a valid Canadian passport. For nationals of other countries, you must meet the entry requirements of both the U.S. and Canada, which may include visas or electronic travel authorizations (eTA for Canada, ESTA or a visa for the U.S.)." }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Montréal?", "answer": "From Montréal-Trudeau (YUL) to downtown, the 747 express bus is the most-used option, running 24/7 and costing just $11. Taxis have a fixed fare of $49.45 (daytime) or $56.70 (late night). Ride-sharing via Uber and Lyft is available with designated pickup zones. Car rentals are on-site from major agencies, and a future REM light-rail link is under construction. The 747 bus is generally the fastest and most popular choice.", "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 Houston to Montréal?", "answer": "From Houston to Montréal, the cheapest months to fly are January, October, and November, with average fares around $692–$710, while May, July, and June are the most expensive, averaging $881–$939. The low season (January, February, October, November) offers the best deals, and high season (April through July) brings the highest prices.", "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 Houston to Montréal?", "answer": "For Houston to Montréal, the best fares tend to appear when you book 19 to 21 weeks ahead, with an average price around $697; the absolute lowest single fare in the data was $683 at 95 days out. During summer or holiday periods, demand pushes prices higher, so aiming for that 4–5 month lead time becomes even more important to avoid a last-minute spike, which can exceed $1,200.", "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 Houston to Montréal?", "answer": "No nonstop red‑eye flights operate from Houston (IAH) to Montréal (YMQ). Connecting itineraries whose long leg is an overnight flight are available: one option departs Houston at 10:08 PM on United, arriving at Chicago O'Hare at 12:45 AM early the next morning, then connects onward to Montréal on United after a layover. Other connecting red‑eye patterns route through Atlanta or Fort Lauderdale, but none are nonstop.", "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 Houston to Montréal?", "answer": "Air Canada operates non‑stop from Houston (IAH) to Montréal (YUL) with 21 weekly flights, departing daily around 10:00, 11:50, and 12:10. The typical median fare on this route is about $685.", "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 Houston and Montréal?", "answer": "Common layover cities include Toronto, Atlanta, Chicago, and Dallas. Toronto is a major Canadian hub with efficient connections to Montréal. Atlanta and Chicago offer extensive domestic networks and frequent flights, while Dallas provides a convenient southern option with competitive total travel times. All are within the US or Canada, so no visa is required for transit." }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Houston to Montréal?", "answer": "On-time performance is generally dependable, though afternoon thunderstorms in Houston can cause delays. Early flights, particularly on United and Air Canada, tend to depart more reliably." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Montréal?", "answer": "May to June and September to October offer mild temperatures and fewer tourists than peak summer." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Houston to Montréal?", "answer": "You need a passport valid for your stay, and depending on your nationality, an eTA or visa; U.S. lawful permanent residents must carry their green card. Bring a payment method for bags and be ready to show proof of onward travel and any required vaccination certificates." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Montréal?", "answer": "Montréal has one main passenger airport, Montréal-Trudeau, which is the primary gateway for all flights to the city." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to George Bush Intercontinental Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From downtown Houston, you can reach IAH by public bus (METRO Route 102), shared shuttle vans, ride‑share apps like Uber and Lyft, or taxi; driving yourself and parking in the terminal garages or economy lots is also an option. Ride‑share and taxi are the most popular and convenient, taking about 25–35 minutes, but they cost more than the bus. The METRO bus is the cheapest choice, though it takes longer and runs on a fixed schedule.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah", "title": "IAH Houston Airport | George Bush Intercontinental", "time_published": "2026-06-23T05:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah/ground-transportation/", "title": "Ground Transportation | Airport Taxi, Uber, Lyft, Shuttle & Rent Car Houston", "time_published": "2026-01-23T19:44:20Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George%20Bush%20Intercontinental%20Airport", "title": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport", "time_published": "2026-05-01T12:20:43Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/?diff=597698305", "title": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport: Difference between revisions - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2014-03-01T18:21:06Z" }, { "url": "https://faa.gov/regulations_policies/orders_notices/index.cfm/go/document.information/documentID/1023367", "title": "Notice JO 7110.659 - Non-Intersecting Converging Runway Operations for George Bush Intercontinental/Houston Airport Traffic Control Tower and Houston Intercontinental Terminal Radar Approach Control (", "time_published": "2026-04-10T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Montréal airport?", "answer": "Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) does not have an on-site hotel, capsule hotel, or sleeping pods inside the terminal, but the Sheraton Montreal Airport Hotel is directly connected to the terminal and offers a complimentary shuttle service. The Sheraton is located at 555 Boulevard McMillan, just minutes from the airport, and provides easy access for travelers needing a rest between flights.", "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 Houston to Montréal?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Houston (IAH) to Montréal (YMQ) are typically operated with the Boeing 737 MAX 8, flown by Air Canada and United. On connecting itineraries the longer leg most often uses the 737 MAX 8 (via Toronto), though the Airbus A220-200, 737-900, and 737 MAX 9 also appear on common one-stop routings through Denver, Chicago, or Newark. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and many of these jets offer Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment.", "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" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Houston to Montréal?", "answer": "Air Canada, a Star Alliance member, operates nonstop flights from Houston (IAH) to Montréal (YUL). No other alliances are represented in the nonstop schedule; other alliances may serve the route via connections.", "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" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Houston?", "answer": "At George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), you'll find several lounges, primarily in Terminal D. The United Club in Terminal C offers a full bar, snacks, Wi-Fi, and workstations, accessible with a United Club membership, same-day first/business class ticket, or a day pass. In Terminal D, the Centurion Lounge by American Express features a hot buffet, craft cocktails, and a family room, open to Platinum Card and Centurion members, and the Air France Lounge and KLM Crown Lounge offer complimentary food and drinks, with access for business class passengers, elite members, and Priority Pass holders.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah", "title": "IAH Houston Airport | George Bush Intercontinental", "time_published": "2026-06-23T05:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-xb/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/IAH", "title": "American Express Lounges at George Bush Intercontinental Airport | Amex XB", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/delta-reserve/IAH", "title": "American Express Lounges at George Bush Intercontinental Airport | Amex US", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" }, { "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/george-bush-intercontinental/iah7-air-france-lounge", "title": "Air France Lounge IAH AIRPORT Terminal D George Bush Intercontinental | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://prioritypass.com/lounges/usa/houston-tx-george-bush-intercontinental/iahm-united-club", "title": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport - Houston IAH Lounges - IAH Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Houston to Montréal?", "answer": "Baggage policies differ by airline. Basic economy typically excludes a checked bag, while standard economy usually includes one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium cabins offer additional checked bags." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Houston to Montréal?", "answer": "Flights from Houston to Montréal typically offer Economy and standard domestic First Class with recliner seats; flat‑bed Business and Premium Economy are uncommon on this route." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets usually allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy generally does not." } } } }