Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport — Montréal, Canada
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montréal) is YUL — its ICAO code is CYUL.
Distance & flight time from YUL
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, known by the code YUL, occupies a site in Dorval on the western part of the island of Montreal. Originally called Montreal-Dorval, it was renamed in 2004 in honor of the former prime minister, a change that followed years in which nearby Mirabel Airport handled overseas flights while Dorval managed domestic and continental traffic. Once Mirabel's passenger operations wound down, YUL absorbed the full mix of routes and grew into the busiest airport in the province of Quebec. It now functions as one of Air Canada's principal hubs, alongside Toronto and Vancouver, and serves as a major transatlantic gateway reflecting Montreal's ties to France and francophone Europe. Travelers heading onward to the United States can clear customs at an on-site preclearance facility before departure. The airport also supports a busy general aviation sector central to the region's economy.
Runways at Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06L/24R | 11000 ft (3353 m) | 200 ft (61 m) | ASP |
| 06R/24L | 9600 ft (2926 m) | 200 ft (61 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APRON | Montreal Apron | 122.075 MHz |
| ARR | Montreal Terminal Arrivals | 118.9 MHz |
| ARR | Montreal Terminal | 126.9 MHz |
| ATIS | French ATIS | 127.5 MHz |
| ATIS | English ATIS | 133.7 MHz |
| CLNC DEL | Montreal Clearance | 125.6 MHz |
| DEP | Montreal Terminal Departures | 118.9 MHz |
| GND | Montreal Ground | 121.9 MHz |
| RCO | Quebec Radio | 123.55 MHz |
| TWR | Montreal Tower | 119.9 MHz |
| VFR ADV | Montreal Terminal | 134.15 MHz |
Airports near Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
- Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan Airport (YHU) — 26.0 km (16.2 mi)
- Montreal Mirabel International Airport (YMX) — 33.0 km (20.5 mi)
- St Jean Airport (YJN) — 40.9 km (25.4 mi)
- Cornwall Regional Airport (YCC) — 76.9 km (47.8 mi)
- Bromont (Roland Désourdy) Airport (ZBM) — 80.6 km (50.1 mi)
- Plattsburgh International Airport (PBG) — 93.4 km (58.0 mi)
- Massena International Airport Richards Field (MSS) — 104.6 km (65.0 mi)
- Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (BTV) — 120.0 km (74.6 mi)
YUL handles more international passengers than any other Quebec airport and maintains extensive cargo operations, with direct widebody service connecting Montreal to numerous cities across Europe and North Africa.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport?
The IATA code for Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is YUL.
What is the ICAO code for Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport?
The ICAO code for Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is CYUL. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.