Air Canada Launches Motorcoach Shuttle Between Downtown Montréal and YUL

Air Canada has launched the Air Canada City Shuttle in Montreal, an expansion of its multi-modal partnership with The Landline Company. 

The new service provides a fast, frequent and direct motorcoach connection for AC pax between the Palais des congrès de Montréal and Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) for $9 one way, plus applicable taxes.

The shuttle is designed to provide more predictable travel times between downtown Montréal and YUL. Using a dedicated high-occupancy vehicle lane and a private airport entrance helps ensure a faster ride, which could save customers up to 25 minutes at peak times compared to airport access roads.

“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.”

How It Works

The Air Canada City Shuttle operates 37 daily frequencies, timed to connect customers to the airline’s global network.

Departing downtown: Customers begin 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 at peak 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 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.

Premium Onboard Experience

The Prevost motorcoaches used for this service are made in Quebec and provide a premium experience, with 48 spacious, reclining leather seats with extra legroom. Coaches are equipped with power outlets and an onboard lavatory. 

Customers requiring assistance with boarding a wheelchair or other mobility aid should contact The Landline Company in advance of travel to arrange accommodations at montreal.landline.com/assistance.

Bookings for the Air Canada City Shuttle are open now and the daily schedule is available here.