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YMX Montreal-Mirabel International Airport
Montreal-Mirabel International Airport (IATA: YMX, ICAO:CYMX) is located in the the city of Montreal, Canada. Phone Number :+1514-394-7377

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IATA Code

YMX

ICAO Code

CYMX

Name

Montreal-Mirabel International Airport

Type

Country / Region

Canada (CA)

City

Montreal

Latitude

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Longitude

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Time Zone

Phone Number

+1514-394-7377

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Montreal-Mirabel International Airport (YMX)

Airport Overview

Montreal-Mirabel International Airport is a cargo-focused and former international passenger airport in Mirabel, Quebec, approximately 39 km northwest of Montreal. Its current logistics role is centered on cargo flights, general aviation, medical evacuation activity and aerospace-related operations. The airport is also associated with aircraft manufacturing activity involving Bombardier Aerospace and Airbus Canada, making it relevant to time-sensitive industrial supply chains. For international freight forwarders, the airport should be assessed as a specialized Montreal-area cargo gateway rather than as the region’s principal passenger hub. Our service team can coordinate origin handling, carrier confirmation, customs documentation, trucking and onward distribution, with all operating details confirmed against the selected flight and handling agent.

IATA / ICAO	YMX / CYMX
Country / City	Canada / Montreal
Airport profile	Cargo-focused airport with former international passenger operations, general aviation and aerospace activity
Location	Mirabel, Quebec; approximately 39 km northwest of Montreal

Key Highlights

Fast screening points for forwarders

Primarily suited to cargo, aerospace, general aviation and special-mission movements rather than routine passenger-belly cargo planning.
Its location northwest of Montreal can be useful for shipments tied to Mirabel, Laurentides and aerospace manufacturing clusters.
Actual cargo acceptance, warehouse cut-off and build-up arrangements depend on the operating carrier, handling agent and shipment profile.
Freighter, charter, special cargo and truck-air solutions should be evaluated case by case instead of assuming a fixed scheduled network.
Distance from central Montreal makes final-mile trucking time, appointment control and winter operating conditions important planning variables.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Confirm facility availability before booking

Air cargo handling

Cargo acceptance, screening, documentation review, storage and aircraft build-up are normally arranged through the nominated airline or ground handling provider. Our service team confirms the responsible facility before issuing final instructions.

Special cargo coordination

Dangerous goods, oversized aerospace parts, valuable cargo, live animals and temperature-sensitive shipments require advance acceptance and handling confirmation.

Customs-controlled movements

Import, export and transit procedures are handled according to Canadian customs requirements and the shipment’s customs status. Bonded or controlled-storage arrangements must be confirmed for each movement.

Trucking and delivery interface

Our team can coordinate airport transfers, local pickup and onward distribution, subject to dock appointments, equipment availability, delivery restrictions and the receiving party’s operating hours.

Specific warehouse names, cold-room capacity, dangerous-goods stores, security procedures and operating hours are operational details that may change; obtain written confirmation from the handling party before tendering cargo.

Routes & Logistics Transit Considerations

Plan by confirmed uplift, not assumed frequency

Potential routing patterns include direct freighter or charter uplift, carrier-controlled connections through another Canadian or North American gateway, and truck-air combinations.
International connections may involve transshipment, customs transit or re-handling at an intermediate airport; the selected carrier must confirm whether the shipment remains in transit or is imported at the connection point.
Transit time is affected by available uplift, aircraft type, handling cut-off, security screening, customs release, trucking distance and seasonal weather in Quebec.
Our service team provides an indicative routing only after checking the commodity, chargeable weight, dimensions, service level, destination and current carrier acceptance.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Cargo profile around the Montreal-Mirabel area

Industrial and aerospace supply chains

The Mirabel area’s aerospace manufacturing presence supports movements such as aircraft components, tooling, repair parts, production materials and other time-critical industrial cargo.

Montreal metropolitan market

The wider Montreal region generates demand for manufactured goods, electronics, machinery, pharmaceuticals, consumer products and consolidated international freight.

Special handling cargo

Medical evacuation support, general aviation and project shipments make advance coordination especially important for sensitive, urgent or non-standard consignments.

Distribution planning

Final delivery may extend beyond Mirabel toward Montreal, Laval, Laurentides or other Quebec destinations. Truck capacity, winter conditions and consignee appointment requirements should be built into the plan.

Operations & Compliance

Controls that prevent avoidable delays

Cut-off control: Obtain the carrier’s confirmed cargo acceptance, document and screening cut-offs. Do not rely on generic airport opening times or passenger-terminal assumptions.
Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, net quantity, packing instructions and shipper’s declaration where applicable. Carrier acceptance remains mandatory.
Temperature-sensitive cargo: State the required temperature range, packaging method, active or passive equipment and acceptable excursion limits. Confirm cool-room access and handover timing before dispatch.
Customs and delivery: Ensure commercial invoices, packing lists, permits, origin information, consignee details and customs instructions are consistent. Import release, inspection, duties and delivery appointments may affect the final schedule.

Shipping Tips from Our Service Team

Send the complete shipment profile early: commodity, pieces, gross and chargeable weight, dimensions, stackability, ready date, destination and any special handling requirement.
For aerospace or oversized cargo, provide drawings, lifting points, packing photographs and loading constraints so the carrier and trucker can assess equipment compatibility.
Use weather-resistant packaging and secure internal bracing for Quebec winter transfers; protect labels and documents from moisture and temperature exposure.
Keep a contingency plan through another Montreal-area or North American gateway when the required uplift, special handling approval or customs timing cannot be confirmed for the selected movement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Practical answers for cargo planners

Is Montreal-Mirabel International Airport suitable for international cargo?

It is a cargo-focused airport and may support international cargo movements, but the available service depends on the operating carrier, routing, handling provider, customs process and commodity. Our team confirms the complete operating chain before booking.

Can I assume that passenger-belly cargo is available?

No. The airport’s current role is primarily cargo and special operations. Passenger-belly options, if relevant to a particular routing, must be checked at the actual operating gateway and flight level.

What information is needed for an aerospace part shipment?

Provide dimensions, weight, packing method, value, urgency, lifting and loading requirements, whether the part is dangerous goods or aircraft-on-ground material, and the final delivery appointment. Photos or technical drawings are useful for non-standard pieces.

Can temperature-controlled or dangerous-goods cargo be accepted?

Possibly, subject to prior carrier and handling-agent approval. Temperature range, packaging, declaration, labels, permits and handover timing must be reviewed before cargo is delivered to the airport.

Does the airport location affect delivery planning?

Yes. The northwest-of-Montreal location means trucking time, winter road conditions, consignee appointments and equipment availability should be included in the transport plan rather than treated as an afterthought.

Data Sources & Provenance

Scope of verification

Airport identifiers, name, country, city, airport profile and supplied location description are based on the airport record provided for this page.
Airport ownership, operating information and current facility details should be checked with the airport authority: admtl.com.
Canadian aviation regulatory information can be verified through tc.canada.ca.
Canadian customs and import-control procedures can be verified through cbsa-asfc.gc.ca.
Air cargo terminology, carrier procedures and industry references may be checked through iata.org.

Carrier schedules, cargo cut-offs, handling acceptance, warehouse arrangements, customs release, charges and transit times are changeable operational information. Our service team will reconfirm these items against the shipment and booking before tender.