Question we hear every week: "How much does a taxi from Laval to Montréal-Trudeau Airport (YUL) cost in 2026?" Short answer: $55 to $75 daytime (5am–11pm), $65 to $85 nighttime (11pm–5am), depending on your exact pickup point in Laval. Long answer: the fare depends on the official CTQ meter, UberX peak pricing, your departure time, and payment method. This article explains everything — with a real-world example.
The official CTQ rate (Commission des transports du Québec)
All licensed Quebec taxis must use the CTQ rate. No surge, no invented pricing. Here are the rates in effect for 2026:
| Component | Day (5am–11pm) | Night (11pm–5am) |
|---|---|---|
| Pickup (base) | $4.10 | $4.70 |
| Levy | $1.05 | $1.05 |
| Per kilometer | $2.05 | $2.35 |
| Per minute | $0.77 | $0.89 |
The meter charges either distance OR time — never both at once. Below 22.5 km/h (traffic), it's time. Above, it's distance. Total is automatically calculated by the certified meter.
Our fixed price — aligned with UberX (peak)
At Taxi Chomedey, we offer a guaranteed fixed price for Laval → YUL trips. Formula:
We take the higher of UberX peak-hour price and the CTQ meter based on time of day. Customer never pays more than UberX peak, and driver income is guaranteed.
Cash payment gives you 3.4% discount (we remove the card terminal fee). So a $65 card price becomes $62.79 in cash.
Real example: Chomedey (Laval) → YUL Airport
Typical trip: pickup Chomedey, Laval, destination Montréal-Trudeau International Airport, Dorval. Distance ~25 km, duration ~28 minutes depending on traffic.
For this trip, paying in cash saves $2. On a round trip (Laval → YUL → Laval), that's $4. Over 10 monthly trips, that's $40 saved.
What affects the price
- Exact pickup point in Laval (Chomedey vs Sainte-Rose vs Saint-François) — $5–15 difference
- Departure time (day 5am–11pm vs night 11pm–5am) — nighttime ~15% more expensive
- Traffic (peak hours 7am–9am and 4pm–7pm add time) — meter charges time instead of distance
- Payment method (cash = −3.4%, card = full fare)
- Flight delay — no surcharge, we adjust pickup time automatically
When to book?
For an early morning flight (5am–7am), book the night before. We have 50+ vehicles but peak slots fill fast. For an afternoon flight, you can call 30 minutes ahead — we almost always have a driver available in Laval.
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How much does a taxi from Laval to YUL airport cost?+
$55 to $75 daytime (5am–11pm), $65 to $85 nighttime (11pm–5am), depending on the Laval neighborhood. Fixed price = max(UberX peak, CTQ meter). Cash payment = 3.4% discount.
Is there a nighttime surcharge?+
Yes, the CTQ night rate (11pm–5am) is ~15% higher than day rate. Pickup goes from $4.10 to $4.70, per km from $2.05 to $2.35, per minute from $0.77 to $0.89.
Does the price change in traffic?+
Below 22.5 km/h, the CTQ meter charges time (not distance). In peak hours (7am–9am, 4pm–7pm), the Laval → YUL trip can cost $5–10 more if traffic is heavy.
Is there a luggage surcharge?+
No. The CTQ rate has no luggage surcharge. Same price for 1 passenger with no luggage or 4 passengers with luggage.
Does the driver track my flight in case of delay?+
Yes. We track your flight status live. If your plane is delayed, your pickup time is automatically adjusted at no extra charge.