The question we hear every week: “How much is a taxi from the West Island to Montréal-Trudeau Airport (YUL) in 2026?” Short answer: $32 to $60 daytime for most island municipalities, up to $77 from Vaudreuil-Dorion — and $182 at night from Rivière-Beaudette, the farthest point of our territory. Long answer: the fare follows the official CTQ meter, your departure municipality, the hour and the payment method. Here's the full picture — with concrete examples for every western city.
The official CTQ rate (Commission des transports du Québec)
Every licensed taxi in Quebec must use the CTQ rate. No surge, no invented price. The rates in force in 2026:
| Component | Day (5am–11pm) | Night (11pm–5am) |
|---|---|---|
| Base pickup | $4.10 | $4.70 |
| Levy | $1.05 | $1.05 |
| Per kilometre | $2.05 | $2.35 |
| Per minute | $0.77 | $0.89 |
Below 22.5 km/h the meter charges time; above, distance — never both at once. Our fixed price follows that meter: fixed price = ceil(CTQ day or night meter by departure time). Cash payment removes 3.4% (the card terminal fee).
Real prices by West Island municipality (2026)
The West Island's geographic advantage: YUL is IN our territory, in Dorval. Indicative day/night ranges by departure point:
| Departure | Distance | Day price | Night price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairview (Pointe-Claire) | 13 km / 18 min | ~$32 | ~$37 |
| DDO Civic Centre | 15 km / 20 min | ~$36 | ~$41 |
| Kirkland (Saint-Charles Blvd) | 16 km / 20 min | ~$38 | ~$44 |
| Pierrefonds (Gouin / Île-Bizard) | 17 km / 22 min | ~$40 | ~$46 |
| Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue | 22 km / 25 min | ~$51 | ~$58 |
| Vaudreuil-Dorion (station) | 35 km / 30 min | ~$77 | ~$88 |
| Rivière-Beaudette | 75 km / 55 min | ~$159 | ~$182 |
The exact price depends on your actual address and live traffic. Use our online calculator for an exact figure in seconds — real distance and duration via Mapbox.
What moves the price (and what doesn't)
- Departure time: the night rate (11pm–5am) runs about 15% higher than daytime.
- Traffic: the meter charges time below 22.5 km/h — congestion on the 40 can add a few dollars.
- Payment method: cash = 3.4% discount, no surprises.
- Luggage: NO surcharge on the CTQ rate — 4 suitcases or none, same price.
- Passenger count: up to 4 passengers in a sedan, same price.
Quebec's only official flat fares apply between downtown Montreal and YUL. Any other advertised “flat rate” is an agreement between you and the company — insist it be confirmed BEFORE departure, as we systematically do.
Recommended departure time for your flight
For an international flight, be at YUL 3 hours before departure; 2 hours for domestic. From the heart of the West Island (Pointe-Claire, DDO, Kirkland), the ride takes 10-20 minutes — leaving 3.5 hours before your flight is comfortable. From Vaudreuil-Soulanges, add 15-35 minutes by municipality. At rush hour (7-9am and 4-7pm), allow 10 extra minutes: our drivers know the alternatives between the 20 and the 40.
The return from YUL: what to know
On arrival, the airport taxi queue is regulated — but if you want YOUR service with a driver who knows your neighbourhood, call us as you exit baggage claim: we track your flight live and a vehicle waits at your actual landing time, with no waiting fees if the flight is delayed. That's the advantage of a base minutes from Dorval.
Calculate the exact price of your ride to YUL in seconds:
Open the taxi calculatorFrequently asked
What does a taxi from Pointe-Claire to YUL airport cost?+
About $32 daytime (5am-11pm) and $37 nighttime (11pm-5am) from Fairview, at the official CTQ rate. Cash payment: 3.4% discount.
Is there a luggage surcharge?+
No. The CTQ rate includes no luggage surcharge — same price for 1 passenger with no bags or 4 passengers with bags.
How much is the taxi from Vaudreuil-Dorion to YUL?+
About $77 daytime, $88 nighttime (35 km via the 20 or the 30). From Rivière-Beaudette, count on ~$159 daytime.
Should I book ahead for a morning flight?+
Yes, ideally the night before: the vehicle waits for you at the agreed time, with no delay — especially recommended for early-morning pickups from Vaudreuil-Soulanges.