Montreal International Airport (the full name is Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport) or Montreal-Trudeau is the busiest airport in the province of Quebec. The current capacity of the airport is estimated at 16 million and will be increased up to 25 million after the completion of the expansion plan. Located in a large metropolitan area and a popular tourist destination, the airport is served by Canadian and international airways providing direct flights within the country as well as around the world. In total, it serves more international destinations than any other Canadian airport.

Formerly known as Montreal-Dorval International Airport, it was renamed in 2004 in honour of Canadian Prime Minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau, though you may still see some signs with the previous name. The airport is located approximately 19 kilometers (12 miles) from the Montreal city centre making it more convenient than Montreal-Mirabel Airport, which is a longer distance from the city.

As any large airport, Montreal-Trudeau offers a considerable number of eating joints, shopping opportunities and sitting places. In every area of the terminal you can relax, buy souvenirs or newspapers, and while away time in restaurants and bars. 32 boutiques, 20 restaurants and 24 services are available at both departures and arrivals levels, domestic, transborder and international zones.

Checkroom service is available at International Arrivals Hall and all major credit and debit cards are an acceptable method of payment. You can choose among six parking options,from very affordable to VIP service,according to your preferences. Special services include parking for disabled persons or those with limited mobility. Taxi and limousine service is easily available and does not require a reservation from Montreal-Trudeau.

The area around the airport has a number of good hotels and eating places. Quite a few are just minutes away from Montreal-Trudeau and downtown Montreal. The accommodation is ranged from basic budget motels to luxurious multistarrers. Closest to the airport are Days Inn Montreal Airport offering renovated guest rooms, banquet and meeting facilities and a number of amenities as skiing, spa and casino; Quality Hotel Dorvial Airport is on a luxurious side with air-conditioned rooms, partly equipped with modern kitchenettes, also has a bar and a restaurant, exercise room with sauna and outdoor swimming pool; Quality Suites Montreal West is spacious, convenient and quieter than many others, pets allowed. There are many more choices and you will unlikely have any troubles in finding a type of accommodation you require.

The Airport Information Centre (514) 394-7377

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