Montréal-Trudeau International Airport is warning that conditions are likely to be congested at the facility again this summer due to increasing passenger numbers and the resulting car traffic that comes with it. Last summer, construction added to chaotic situation that left many travellers – both coming and going – frustrated and angry.

With this in mind, ADM Aéroports de Montréal is issuing a list of tips to help mitigate the situation and get travellers off “on the right foot” when heading off on holiday.

The suggestions include:

• The first level of the P4 multi-level parking lot has been converted into an express drop-off zone. The West Express drop-off zone offers an additional option to drop off a passenger in preparation for their departure. It is served by a frequent shuttle service, and access to the terminal takes less than five minutes.
• It is also possible to walk from the parking lot to the terminal. The estimated walking time is less than 10 minutes.
• A second Express drop-off zone (East) has been established near Highway 520 and Côté-de-Liesse. It offers a free shuttle service every five minutes, with a five-minute journey time.
• Both express drop-off zones will be open between 1 p.m. and 8 p.m. during peak periods.
• A 40-minute free parking period is also being offered for most parking lots on the YUL site until the end of September. This measure aims to limit circular vehicle movements on the site.

Picking up passengers

• Make sure that the passenger being met has arrived and completed arrival procedures before heading to the arrivals level pick-up area. If they haven’t arrived yet, use the CellParc waiting lots, which can be used free of charge for two hours.
• To make it easier to locate passengers, the pick-up area is divided into 5 loading areas: A, B, C, D and E. Pay attention and arrange a precise meeting point.

Passenger tips before leaving

Getting ready

• Check the status and schedule of your flight before you go to the airport by visiting the ADM website or by contacting your airline.
• Check the current occupancy of our available parking lots, including our new P4 multi-level parking, and reserve your parking space to ensure a spot during your trip and to take advantage of various promotions.
• Plan your movements and take the time to check road conditions and traffic by consulting Québec 511 before heading to the airport.
• Find out about the various public transportation options available in your area to get to the airport.
• Carefully pack your carry-on baggage to make it easier to pass through security.
• Check with your airline to determine the allowable size of your carry-on baggage and the maximum weight of your checked baggage.

Arrive early

• Arrive at the airport 3 hours prior to departure, regardless of destination, to complete the airport pre-boarding process.
• Once check-in has been completed, immediately go through security.
• To take advantage of expedited airport procedures, make use of two complimentary services offered at YUL: Mobile Passport Control (flights to the US), an application that allows one to submit passport information and customs declaration in advance. This saves time and provides access to a priority line at the airport; And YUL Express (international, domestic and US flights), an online booking platform that provides a schedule for security checkpoints.

Passenger tips for returning home

• Simplify arrival in Canada by completing the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) Customs’ Advance Declaration, up to 72 hours prior to arrival in Canada using ArriveCAN. The use of this application reduces the processing time for travellers in the border control area.
• To avoid waiting, pay for your parking online on a mobile device, 15 minutes before leaving the airport. Simply scan the QR code on the parking ticket and follow the instructions.

Further questions are addressed in the “Questions and Answers” section of the ADM website. Passengers can also one of the red-jacketed ambassadors for directions around the terminal and a member of the YULsatisfaction team can assist in real time online via the YULchat service.