Air Canada passengers have a new, convenient way to travel from downtown Montreal to Trudeau airport (YUL) with the launch of the airline’s new Air Canada City Shuttle. The shuttle will run between Palais des congrès de Montréal and a dedicated entry at the airport 37 times daily, and is expected to save passengers up to 25 minutes of travel time.
“The Air Canada City Shuttle gives our customers a faster, more predictable way to travel between downtown Montréal and the airport,” said Ranbir Singh, Director, Regional Airlines and Markets, at Air Canada. “Our customers can now bypass traffic and avoid waiting in taxi lines. By combining frequent downtown service and faster, more direct access to YUL, we are making it easier for them to connect to Air Canada’s global network.”
The shuttle service begins amid extensive renovations at Trudeau that have caused delays and disruptions. Avoiding the need to navigate the construction will likely be more than worth the $9 ticket price for many travellers. “Getting to the airport is often the most stressful part of the trip for many travellers, and it shouldn't be,” said Nick Johnson, Vice President, Commercial, The Landline Company. “The service helps reduce congestion on airport access roads while making air travel more convenient for convention attendees, business travellers and visitors in downtown Montréal.”
How It Works
Departing downtown: Customers begin their journey at the Palais des congrès de Montréal, where they can relax in a dedicated waiting area before boarding a premium motorcoach. Upon arrival at the airport, customers proceed directly to check-in and bag drop, then to security. Departures run every 15 minutes during peak morning hours, from 4:45 a.m. to 6:30 a.m., and every 30 minutes thereafter until 9:00 p.m.
From Montréal-Trudeau: Customers arriving at the airport should collect their baggage, then proceed to the Departures level, Door 7, where the Air Canada City Shuttle picks up curbside. Customers can pre-book a trip or board at the airport, subject to availability. Departures run every 15 minutes from 5:15 a.m. to 6:45 a.m., and every 30 minutes thereafter until the final departure at 10:00 p.m.
In the event of a shuttle delay, Air Canada customers with a connection time of at least 95 minutes will be offered complimentary flight rebooking options, subject to availability.
Bookings for the Air Canada City Shuttle are open now. Cost is $9 plus taxes. Children 15 and under ride free. The daily schedule is available at montreal.landline.com.
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