Express Service

Flying between Toronto and Montreal or Ottawa?

Air Canada offers more daily flights between Toronto and Montreal or Ottawa than any other carrier:

Hourly departures

As early as 5:30 and as late as 00:30

Departures every 30 minutes

During peak travel times (morning and afternoon)

30 flights every business day

Between Montreal and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport* (Toronto Island Airport).

46 daily flights

Between Montreal and Toronto Pearson International

The ideal travel experience


Flexibility and Convenience at the Airport

Enjoy the flexibility and convenience of:

  • Free same-day standby for an earlier flight, within the same airport
  • Same-day confirmed changes* for an earlier flight at check-in or at the airport:
    • Free for Business Class, Premium Economy (flexible) and Latitude customers
    • Available for a fee for Premium Economy (lowest), Flex and Standard customers, s well as those travelling on our comfort fare
    • Not available for customers who purchase a Basic fare
  • Conveniently located check-in counters, kiosks, and departure gates
  • Free shuttle bus service between downtown and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport**

* Same-day confirmed changes for an earlier flight are available between Toronto Pearson International and Billy Bishop Toronto City airports.
** Flights between Montreal and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport are operated by Jazz. ↩

State-of-the-art Aircraft

On flights between Toronto Pearson International and Montreal or Ottawa, you’ll experience the ultimate in in-flight comfort and convenience with our fully equipped cabin interiors:

  • Personal 8.9-inch touch-screen TV
  • Hundreds of hours of top-rated entertainment
  • Complimentary newspapers, snacks and beverages on board
  • In-seat power for your laptop
  • USB port for game controllers
  • Single-pin audio jack for your own headset

Flights between Montreal and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport are serviced with quiet, fuel-efficient 78-seat Bombardier Q400 aircraft and feature leather seats.

Access to Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounges

Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounges provide a private, serene escape from the bustle of airport activity. They are located close to the security area at Toronto Pearson and Montreal-Trudeau international airports.