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Cheap flights from Montreal to California from C$ 195

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YMQ — LAX
5 Mar — 12 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Montreal to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Montreal to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 February 2026.

Mon 13/46:45 a.m.
YUL
-
LAS
1 stop18h 27m
WestJet
Tue 21/47:05 p.m.
LAS
-
YUL
2 stops26h 33m
WestJet
Deal found 1/2C$ 382
Thu 12/36:45 a.m.
YUL
-
LAS
1 stop18h 27m
WestJet
Mon 16/311:25 p.m.
LAS
-
YUL
1 stop22h 13m
WestJet
Deal found 1/2C$ 384
Thu 16/46:45 a.m.
YUL
-
LAS
1 stop18h 27m
WestJet
Sun 19/411:25 p.m.
LAS
-
YUL
1 stop22h 13m
WestJet
Deal found 1/2C$ 385
Sun 22/36:45 a.m.
YUL
-
LAS
1 stop18h 27m
WestJet
Thu 26/37:05 p.m.
LAS
-
YUL
2 stops26h 33m
WestJet
Deal found 2/2C$ 400
Thu 4/67:15 a.m.
YUL
-
LAX
1 stop9h 50m
WestJet
Thu 18/66:05 p.m.
LAX
-
YUL
1 stop9h 55m
WestJet
Deal found 1/2C$ 403
Mon 23/36:45 a.m.
YUL
-
LAS
1 stop18h 27m
WestJet
Thu 26/311:25 p.m.
LAS
-
YUL
1 stop22h 13m
WestJet
Deal found 1/2C$ 404
Mon 9/36:45 a.m.
YUL
-
LAX
2 stops13h 13m
WestJet
Fri 13/35:45 p.m.
LAX
-
YUL
1 stop10h 20m
WestJet
Deal found 31/1C$ 406
Thu 5/36:45 a.m.
YUL
-
LAS
1 stop18h 27m
WestJet
Wed 11/37:05 p.m.
LAS
-
YUL
1 stop9h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 1/2C$ 408
Thu 9/46:45 a.m.
YUL
-
LAS
1 stop18h 27m
WestJet
Sun 19/411:25 p.m.
LAS
-
YUL
1 stop22h 13m
WestJet
Deal found 2/2C$ 410
Mon 9/36:45 a.m.
YUL
-
LAX
2 stops13h 13m
WestJet
Mon 16/37:00 a.m.
LAX
-
YUL
2 stops14h 38m
WestJet
Deal found 1/2C$ 410
Tue 10/36:45 a.m.
YUL
-
LAS
2 stops14h 28m
WestJet
Sun 15/38:05 a.m.
LAS
-
YUL
2 stops37h 33m
WestJet
Deal found 1/2C$ 411
Sat 25/46:45 a.m.
YUL
-
LAX
1 stop8h 54m
Porter Airlines
Sat 2/512:55 p.m.
LAX
-
YUL
1 stop8h 42m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 2/2C$ 411

Find flight deals from Montreal to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Montreal to California flight deals. Data was last updated 3 February 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 382

One-way from

C$ 195

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 552

Good round-trip deal

C$ 315 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 354 or less
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 13/4-21/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 00m total
  • Montreal to California
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 9/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 28m total
  • Montreal to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (C$ 123 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Montreal to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 3 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Montreal to California that are best for you.

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MontrealPalm Springs

YUL - PSP

YULPSP

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Thu 19/3

6:45 a.m.-1:21 p.m.

1 stop9h 36m

Palm Springs

Thu 26/3

2:20 p.m.-12:32 a.m.

1 stop7h 12m

C$ 423

MontrealPalm Springs

YUL - PSP

YULPSP

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 14/4

7:00 a.m.-9:27 p.m.

2 stops17h 27m

Palm Springs

Thu 16/4

1:28 p.m.-11:48 p.m.

1 stop7h 20m

C$ 433

MontrealSan Diego

YUL - SAN

YULSAN

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 14/2

9:15 a.m.-3:41 p.m.

1 stop9h 26m

San Diego

Fri 20/2

3:40 p.m.-1:28 p.m.

2 stops18h 48m

C$ 434

MontrealPalm Springs

YUL - PSP

YULPSP

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 6/4

7:00 a.m.-2:24 p.m.

1 stop10h 24m

Palm Springs

Sat 11/4

6:00 a.m.-11:40 p.m.

2 stops14h 40m

C$ 434

MontrealSan Diego

YUL - SAN

YULSAN

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 15/2

2:13 p.m.-8:46 p.m.

1 stop9h 33m

San Diego

Fri 20/2

6:55 p.m.-3:16 p.m.

2 stops17h 21m

C$ 434

MontrealSan Diego

YUL - SAN

YULSAN

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 21/4

6:00 a.m.-2:20 p.m.

1 stop11h 20m

San Diego

Wed 22/4

10:10 p.m.-11:59 a.m.

1 stop10h 49m

C$ 434

MontrealSan Diego

YUL - SAN

YULSAN

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 14/2

9:15 a.m.-3:41 p.m.

1 stop9h 26m

San Diego

Sat 21/2

3:40 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

2 stops19h 20m

C$ 434

MontrealSan Diego

YUL - SAN

YULSAN

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 21/4

9:45 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

2 stops14h 45m

San Diego

Wed 22/4

11:00 a.m.-12:13 a.m.

2 stops10h 13m

C$ 434

MontrealPalm Springs

YUL - PSP

YULPSP

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 24/3

7:00 a.m.-9:48 p.m.

2 stops17h 48m

Palm Springs

Tue 31/3

5:15 a.m.-9:26 p.m.

2 stops13h 11m

C$ 437

MontrealPalm Springs

YUL - PSP

YULPSP

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 24/2

7:00 a.m.-8:52 p.m.

2 stops16h 52m

Palm Springs

Tue 3/3

2:23 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

2 stops20h 37m

C$ 437

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Best time to book a flight from Montreal to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Montreal with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Montreal to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Montreal to California?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal to California (average of C$ 183). Flying from Montreal to California in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 325). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YMQ to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Montreal to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 February 2026.

When flying from Montreal to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Montreal to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Montreal to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 3 February 2026.

The most flights from YMQ to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated 3 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Porter Airlines,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Montreal to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
412 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
412 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
412 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out
Delta
7.9
Good
8,132 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
412 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,231 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
412 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,254 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
412 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,676 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
412 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Montreal to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Montreal to California?

    Airlines like Porter Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Montreal to California in about 9h 26m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 01m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3948 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Montreal to California one-way?

    C$ 153 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from WestJet. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Porter Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from C$ 164 and C$ 168, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Montreal to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Montreal to California are Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - Los Angeles, Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl and Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - San Francisco.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Montreal to California?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Montreal to California consider choosing Air Canada (62%), United Airlines (57%) or Air New Zealand (57%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Montreal to California?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 269. While the most popular route (Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - Los Angeles) can be booked for C$ 411 on average, our data indicates C$ 1,196 when flying from Montreal to California.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Montreal to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Montreal to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Montreal to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Montreal to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Montreal to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Montreal to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Montreal to California?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal to California (average of C$ 183). Flying from Montreal to California in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 325). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Montreal to California

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Montreal to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 3 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapestC$ 192AverageC$ 478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 213AverageC$ 619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 242AverageC$ 373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 249AverageC$ 576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 266AverageC$ 419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 307AverageC$ 622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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