Montréal Trudeau Airport Reviews

You might be wondering why whenever you search for YMQ, it goes directly to Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport which is YUL. Well, to enlighten you, YMQ is a sort of one-size-fits-all code that encompasses all airports in the Montreal metro area.  In a nutshell, YMQ is the general code for all Montréal, and YUL is the specific airport code for Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. And, besides, you’ll never see “YMQ” on anyone’s luggage tag!

Moving forward, Montreal’s original airport, Saint-Hubert Airport, was no longer adequate for the city’s needs. The Minister of Transport purchased a land that was considered the best location for a new airport. The airport was opened then (in 1941) as Dorval Airport with three runways. During its continuous growth, the airport’s name was changed to Montreal–Dorval International Airport in 1960.

In 2004, in honour of former Canadian Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau, the airport was renamed Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport by the federal government.

Airport Facilities

As the largest airport in Quebec and one of the most busiest airports in Canada, Montréal Trudeau Airport sure is a busy airport everyday. But, that won’t be a problem because several facilities are available throughout the airport. Information desks are located on the arrivals and departures levels. Courtesy telephones are situated throughout the airport, and self-service information points can also be found in various parts of the terminal building.

A good range of bars, restaurants, and cafés is available in the main departure and arrival halls, while there are also options near the gates. These include well-known international coffee and fast-food chains, as well as local bars and eateries. Duty-free outlets and specialist shops can be found on the departures level and in the departure concourses. Among the options are retailers selling gifts and souvenirs, confectionery and electronics shops. Newsagents are located in all areas of the terminal.

There are a multifaith prayer room, video games for children, baby feeding rooms, and shoeshine booths. The airport patrol staff are trained in first aid, and can be reached by pressing the emergency button on all public phones in the terminal. Restrooms are everywhere but, unfortunately, shower rooms are not available. Sleeping at the airport is allowed, although passengers are restricted to landside only.

The airport is open for 24 hours, and free WiFi is available but only for 60 minutes. Travellers just have to connect to the “YUL Wi-Fi” network. Additionally, internet kiosks are available throughout the terminal.

Getting To and From

The airport can be reached from Montreal directly along the Côte-de-Liesse Highway 520. Other means is through public transportation: a free minibus service links the airport with Dorval station. Or, the Société de Transport de Montréal runs a 24-hour express service between YUL and central Montreal. Taxis and limousines are readily available outside the terminal, on the arrivals level, with a set fare of C$40.

Location – Traffic – Service

Montréal Trudeau Airport  is situated 20 km (12 miles) west of Montreal, and serves as the hub for Air Canada. The public international airport still has three runways which had successfully accommodated 15,517,382 passengers last year. There are plans to construct a light rail service, titled Train de l’Ouest, with a station at the airport, by 2020.

Airport/Terminal Map

Contact Information:

• Airport Code:         YUL
• Phone Number:     +1 514-394-7377
• Website URL:         http://www.admtl.com/
• Address:                Québec, Canada

Overview

Though, it seems there’s another story told online in Montréal Trudeau Airport reviews. Based on 109 reviewers, the airport deserves a 3/10 rating. As one reviewer said, “there is just too much chaos.” Another reviewer complained that he lived for years in Montreal and used the airport often. This past week demonstrated how antiquated YUL is. Getting off a US flight from Vegas, for hundreds of metres, neither myself nor other passengers could locate, find, and figure out where to find Air Canada’s transit check in. To see more of these Montréal Trudeau Airport reviews, click here.

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