MONTRÉAL, Dec. 16, 2025 /CNW/ - With the holiday season being a particularly busy time for airports around the world, ADM Aéroports de Montréal expects to welcome many travellers to YUL Montréal Trudeau International Airport in the coming weeks amidst major construction work on the airport site. With this in mind, the organization is providing recommendations for passengers and airport users to minimize the impact on their experience and help them better prepare for their visit.
YUL is undergoing major changes to better serve its users, so all passengers are strongly advised to plan their visit and arrive at the airport at least three hours before their flight's departure time, regardless of their destination. Additionally, due to the permanent closure of the multi-level parking facility and P5 EconoParc, the number of available parking spaces at YUL has decreased. During this busy period, passengers must check the current occupancy of available parking lots online and reserve their place to secure it. Those who have not reserved a parking space should consider alternative transportation options, as there may be no parking available upon arrival.
Before leaving
Getting ready
- Check the status and schedule of your flight before heading to YUL by visiting the ADM website or contacting your airline.
- Plan your movements using the YUL Transit Planner and take the time to check road conditions and traffic by consulting Québec 511 before heading to the airport.
- Review the various public transport options available in your area to get to the airport.
- Reserve your parking space in advance if you wish to come by car, as availability is limited during the holiday season.
- Pack your carry-on baggage carefully for the security checkpoint to facilitate the process. Place wrapped gifts in checked baggage (hold baggage). If this is not possible, we remind you that gifts placed in carry-on baggage (cabin baggage) must not be wrapped.
- Check with your airline to determine the accepted size of your carry-on baggage and the maximum weight of your checked baggage.
Arrive early
- Ask your driver to drop you off at the Express drop-off located near the P4 parking facility or the one at the P10. Free and open 24/7, these alternate drop-off points allow you to avoid traffic congestion and are served by a frequent shuttle service that provides access to the terminal in five minutes.
- Arrive at the airport 3 hours before your flight departure, regardless of your destination, to complete the pre-boarding process.
- Go through security checks as soon as you have completed your check-in.
- For faster access to airport processes, make use of the free services offered at YUL:
- Mobile Passport Control (flights to the United States), an application that allows you to submit your passport information and customs declaration in advance. This saves you time and gives you access to a priority line through U.S. border control.
- YUL Express (for all flights departing from YUL), an online booking platform that guarantees a specific time for security checks and also offers a priority line.
- Enhanced Passenger Processing (for flights to the United States), a new biometric initiative provided by United States Customs and Border Protection (USCBP) and available only to U.S. citizens, which now allows them to use facial recognition technology to speed up the border process when returning home.
Returning home
- Simplify your arrival in Canada by completing your customs and immigration declaration for the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) using ArriveCan 72 hours prior to your arrival. The use of this application reduces the processing time for travellers in the border control zone.
- To avoid waiting, you can pay for parking online on your mobile device 15 minutes before leaving the airport. Simply scan the QR code on your parking ticket and follow the instructions.
Picking up passengers
- Prioritize the Express drop-off area located near the P4 parking facility to pick up your loved ones. Make sure that the passenger you are picking up has arrived before heading there. If they haven't arrived yet, use the CellParc holding lot. You can stay there for free for up to 2 hours.
For any other questions related to your trip, please visit the "Questions and Answers" section of the ADM website. Once you arrive at the airport, don't hesitate to approach one of our red-jacketed ambassadors to help you find your way around the terminal. Finally, a representative from the YUL Satisfaction team can assist you in real time online through our YULChat chat service.
About ADM Aéroports de Montréal
ADM Aéroports de Montréal is the airport authority for the Greater Montréal area responsible for the management, operation and development of YUL Montréal-Trudeau International Airport, certified 4-stars under the Skytrax World Airport Star Rating program, and YMX International Aerocity of Mirabel.
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Source: ADM Aéroports de Montréal, Public Affairs 514 394-7304, [email protected]
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