Cheap flights from Montreal to California from C$ 299

YMQ — LAX
9 Dec — 16 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Montreal to California

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Cheapest flights from Montreal to California

Sat 21/116:45 a.m. -
1 stop8h 59m
Sat 28/111:45 p.m. -
1 stop7h 47m
Deal found 5/11C$ 475
Thu 19/116:45 a.m. -
1 stop8h 59m
Thu 26/111:45 p.m. -
1 stop8h 00m
Deal found 5/11C$ 482
Thu 19/116:45 a.m. -
1 stop8h 59m
Thu 26/111:45 p.m. -
1 stop7h 47m
Deal found 5/11C$ 486
Sat 21/116:45 a.m. -
1 stop8h 59m
Fri 27/111:45 p.m. -
1 stop7h 47m
Deal found 4/11C$ 492
Wed 16/126:45 a.m. -
1 stop9h 02m
Sat 13/31:45 p.m. -
1 stop8h 00m
Deal found 4/11C$ 496
Sat 21/116:45 a.m. -
1 stop8h 59m
Sat 28/111:45 p.m. -
1 stop8h 00m
Deal found 5/11C$ 497
Fri 20/116:45 a.m. -
1 stop8h 59m
Fri 27/111:45 p.m. -
1 stop7h 47m
Deal found 4/11C$ 500
Thu 24/123:00 p.m. -
2 stops21h 37m
Thu 31/124:00 p.m. -
2 stops20h 16m
Deal found 8/11C$ 500
Fri 4/126:45 a.m. -
1 stop9h 02m
Sun 6/121:45 p.m. -
1 stop8h 00m
Deal found 5/11C$ 500
Wed 25/116:45 a.m. -
1 stop8h 59m
Fri 27/111:45 p.m. -
1 stop7h 47m
Deal found 4/11C$ 507
Sun 22/116:45 a.m. -
1 stop8h 59m
Fri 27/111:45 p.m. -
1 stop8h 00m
Deal found 4/11C$ 514
Sun 22/116:45 a.m. -
1 stop8h 59m
Thu 26/111:45 p.m. -
1 stop7h 47m
Deal found 5/11C$ 518

Find flight deals from Montreal to California

Round-trip from

C$ 475

One-way from

C$ 299

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 800

Good round-trip deal

C$ 717 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 369 or less
Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 21/11-28/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 16h 46m total
  • Montreal to California
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 22/11-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 33m total
  • Montreal to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (C$ 46 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Montreal (YMQ) to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Montreal (YMQ) to California.

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MontrealSanta Ana

YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

YULSNA

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 22/11

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

2 stops21h 33m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-3:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 299

MontrealPalm Springs

YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - PSP Palm Springs

YULPSP

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 19/1

7:45 p.m.-4:05 p.m.

3 stops23h 20m

Palm Springs

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-3:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 316

MontrealSan Diego

YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - SAN San Diego

YULSAN

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 13/1

6:45 a.m.-5:55 p.m.

3 stops38h 10m

San Diego

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-3:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 329

MontrealSanta Ana

YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

YULSNA

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Thu 24/12

5:50 p.m.-9:37 a.m.

1 stop18h 47m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-3:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 339

MontrealSan Francisco

YHU MET - Montreal Metropolitan - SFO San Francisco

YHUSFO

MET - Montreal Metropolitan

Fri 29/1

6:45 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

1 stop9h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-3:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 343

MontrealSan Francisco

YHU MET - Montreal Metropolitan - SFO San Francisco

YHUSFO

MET - Montreal Metropolitan

Sun 31/1

6:45 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

1 stop9h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-3:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 343

MontrealSan Diego

YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - SAN San Diego

YULSAN

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 16/1

9:15 a.m.-3:42 p.m.

1 stop9h 27m

San Diego

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-3:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 348

MontrealSan Diego

YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - SAN San Diego

YULSAN

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 13/1

12:54 p.m.-6:53 p.m.

1 stop8h 59m

San Diego

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-3:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 349

MontrealSan Diego

YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - SAN San Diego

YULSAN

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 16/1

7:00 a.m.-5:39 p.m.

1 stop13h 39m

San Diego

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-3:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 349

MontrealSan Francisco

YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - SFO San Francisco

YULSFO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 7/12

5:55 p.m.-12:47 p.m.

2 stops21h 52m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-3:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 349

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal to California (average of C$ 617). Flying from Montreal to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 835). 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?

It’s optimal to fly from Montreal to California in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 53% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Montreal to California

The most flights from YMQ to USCA are scheduled on a Tuesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Montreal to California?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Montreal to California flights typically cost between C$ 672 and C$ 876 in January.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 588 on WestJet (27 Jan-2 Mar).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Montreal to California?

The price you pay for your flight from Montreal to California may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 70 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

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.

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

D,Sep 2026

YHM - YVR

The flight including check-in, checked baggage, boarding, flight and timing were great. My checked bag was delayed two days which was concerning. They did deliver it to my door though which was great.

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

D,Sep 2026

YHM - YVR

The flight including check-in, checked baggage, boarding, flight and timing were great. My checked bag was delayed two days which was concerning. They did deliver it to my door though which was great.

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

D,Sep 2026

YHM - YVR

The flight including check-in, checked baggage, boarding, flight and timing were great. My checked bag was delayed two days which was concerning. They did deliver it to my door though which was great.

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

D,Sep 2026

YHM - YVR

The flight including check-in, checked baggage, boarding, flight and timing were great. My checked bag was delayed two days which was concerning. They did deliver it to my door though which was great.

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

D,Sep 2026

YHM - YVR

The flight including check-in, checked baggage, boarding, flight and timing were great. My checked bag was delayed two days which was concerning. They did deliver it to my door though which was great.

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

D,Sep 2026

YHM - YVR

The flight including check-in, checked baggage, boarding, flight and timing were great. My checked bag was delayed two days which was concerning. They did deliver it to my door though which was great.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Montreal to California?

    Airlines like Delta, Porter Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Montreal to California in about 8h 59m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4073 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$ 174 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Porter Airlines and WestJet, with prices starting from C$ 185 and C$ 226, respectively.

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

  • 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 (74%), United Airlines (70%) or Air New Zealand (70%) 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$ 391. While the most popular route (Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - Los Angeles) can be booked for C$ 551 on average, our data indicates C$ 1,543 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal to California (average of C$ 617). Flying from Montreal to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 835). 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 7 airlines flying from Montreal to California

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 200AverageC$ 780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 262AverageC$ 873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 315AverageC$ 640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 327AverageC$ 709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 334AverageC$ 582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 381AverageC$ 518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 526AverageC$ 642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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