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Cheap flights from Montreal to San Francisco from C$ 274

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 25/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YMQ — SFO
25 Jan — 1 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Montreal to San Francisco are usually found in January or October, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Montreal to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Montreal (YMQ) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 376

One-way from

C$ 274

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 544
9/2-17/2
  • 9/2-17/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 30m total
  • Montreal to San Francisco
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 25/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 30m total
  • Montreal to San Francisco
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Montreal to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Montreal to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 January 2025.

Sun 9/26:45 a.m.YUL - SFO
1 stop8h 54mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/210:59 p.m.SFO - YUL
1 stop14h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1C$ 376
Fri 21/36:45 a.m.YUL - SFO
1 stop8h 54mPorter Airlines
Sat 5/41:40 p.m.SFO - YUL
1 stop7h 50mPorter Airlines
Deal found 19/1C$ 381
Thu 1/55:30 p.m.YUL - SFO
2 stops23h 29mWestJet
Thu 8/512:50 p.m.SFO - YUL
1 stop8h 53mWestJet
Deal found 19/1C$ 391
Tue 11/36:20 p.m.YUL - SFO
Nonstop6h 31mUnited Airlines
Tue 18/38:30 a.m.SFO - YUL
Nonstop5h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/1C$ 494
Sun 2/26:20 p.m.YUL - SFO
Nonstop6h 31mAir Canada
Sun 9/28:30 a.m.SFO - YUL
Nonstop5h 28mAir Canada
Deal found 20/1C$ 502
Thu 20/212:49 p.m.YUL - SFO
1 stop9h 23mDelta
Sun 23/25:55 a.m.SFO - YUL
1 stop7h 02mDelta
Deal found 19/1C$ 524
Wed 19/22:20 p.m.YUL - SFO
2 stops11h 18mAmerican Airlines
Mon 24/24:09 p.m.SFO - YUL
2 stops18h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/1C$ 527

Find flights from Montreal to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Montreal to San Francisco 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 20 January 2025.

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MontrealSan Francisco

YUL - SFO

YULSFO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 9/2

6:45 a.m.-12:39 p.m.

1 stop8h 54m

San Francisco

Mon 17/2

10:59 p.m.-4:35 p.m.

1 stop14h 36m

C$ 376

MontrealSan Francisco

YUL - SFO

YULSFO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Fri 21/3

6:45 a.m.-12:39 p.m.

1 stop8h 54m

San Francisco

Sat 5/4

1:40 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

1 stop7h 50m

C$ 381

MontrealSan Francisco

YUL - SFO

YULSFO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Thu 1/5

5:30 p.m.-1:59 p.m.

2 stops23h 29m

San Francisco

Thu 8/5

12:50 p.m.-12:43 a.m.

1 stop8h 53m

C$ 391

MontrealSan Francisco

YUL - SFO

YULSFO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 11/3

6:20 p.m.-9:51 p.m.

Nonstop6h 31m

San Francisco

Tue 18/3

8:30 a.m.-4:58 p.m.

Nonstop5h 28m

C$ 494

MontrealSan Francisco

YUL - SFO

YULSFO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 2/2

6:20 p.m.-9:51 p.m.

Nonstop6h 31m

San Francisco

Sun 9/2

8:30 a.m.-4:58 p.m.

Nonstop5h 28m

C$ 502

MontrealSan Francisco

YUL - SFO

YULSFO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Thu 20/2

12:49 p.m.-7:12 p.m.

1 stop9h 23m

San Francisco

Sun 23/2

5:55 a.m.-3:57 p.m.

1 stop7h 02m

C$ 524

MontrealSan Francisco

YUL - SFO

YULSFO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 19/2

2:20 p.m.-10:38 p.m.

2 stops11h 18m

San Francisco

Mon 24/2

4:09 p.m.-1:35 p.m.

2 stops18h 26m

C$ 527

MontrealSan Francisco

YUL - SFO

YULSFO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 25/5

6:45 a.m.-5:15 p.m.

2 stops13h 30m

C$ 274

MontrealSan Francisco

YUL - SFO

YULSFO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 16/6

6:45 a.m.-1:22 p.m.

1 stop9h 37m

C$ 278

MontrealSan Francisco

YUL - SFO

YULSFO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 16/2

6:20 p.m.-9:51 p.m.

Nonstop6h 31m

C$ 284

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Best time to book a flight from Montreal to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from Montreal to San Francisco

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Montreal to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Montreal to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Montreal to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 22 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal to San Francisco (average of C$ 276). Flying from Montreal to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 379). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Montreal to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Montreal to San Francisco in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Montreal to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Montreal to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Montreal to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Montreal to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Montreal to San Francisco. 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 20 January 2025.

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

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated 20 January 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Porter Airlines, WestJet and United Airlines from Montreal to San Francisco have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

7.9
Good
277 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

7.8
Good
381 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Montreal to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Montreal?

    Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco from Montreal. On average, San Francisco has 4 inbound flights from Montreal per day from 7 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 19.0 km from San Francisco’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Montreal to San Francisco round-trip?

    According to our current data, Porter Airlines (C$ 381), WestJet (C$ 391), and United Airlines (C$ 494) offers the cheapest pricing from Montreal to San Francisco. You may be able to fly from Montreal to San Francisco for 42% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Montreal to San Francisco are WestJet (C$ 274), Porter Airlines (C$ 278), and Air Canada (C$ 284).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Montreal to San Francisco?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Montreal to San Francisco consider choosing Air Canada (73%), United Airlines (73%) or Air New Zealand (73%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Montreal to San Francisco?

    While on average a flight from Montreal to San Francisco is generally C$ 1,117, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 239. When looking at the most popular route, (Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - San Francisco), you can expect to pay C$ 343 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Montreal to San Francisco?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Montreal to San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal to San Francisco (average of C$ 276). Flying from Montreal to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 379). 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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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 338AverageC$ 543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 436AverageC$ 598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 480AverageC$ 640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 501AverageC$ 742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 516AverageC$ 720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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