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Montréal–Mirabel International Airport

Montréal–Mirabel International Airport is a cargo and former passenger airport in Mirabel, Quebec, Canada, about 39 kilometres northwest of Montreal.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Montréal–Mirabel International Airport is a cargo and former passenger airport in Mirabel, Quebec, Canada, about 39 kilometres northwest of Montreal. It opened on October 4, 1975, and handled commercial passenger service until October 31, 2004. Today, the airport functions mainly for cargo operations and other aviation-related activities.

History

The airport opened in 1975 as Montréal International Airport and later became known as Montréal–Mirabel International Airport. It was designed as a major airport for the Montreal region, but commercial passenger service ended in 2004.

Current use

Mirabel now functions mainly as a cargo airport, with additional general aviation and aviation-industry activity. Sources also describe it as hosting manufacturing and related aerospace operations.

Location and codes

The airport is in Mirabel, Quebec, about 39 to 40 kilometres northwest of Montreal. Its IATA code is YMX and its ICAO code is CYMX.

Key facts

  • The airport opened on October 4, 1975, as Montréal International Airport.
  • Commercial passenger service ended on October 31, 2004.
  • It is located in Mirabel, Quebec, roughly 39 km northwest of Montreal.
  • Now used mainly for cargo and general aviation.
  • IATA code: YMX; ICAO code: CYMX.
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Canadian context

Mirabel is a major example of Canadian airport planning and aviation infrastructure, and it remains a notable airport in Quebec’s Montreal region.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Montréal–Mirabel International Airport located?
It is located in Mirabel, Quebec, Canada, about 39 kilometres northwest of Montreal.
What is the airport mainly used for today?
It is used mainly for cargo and other aviation-related operations.
When did the airport open?
It opened on October 4, 1975.
When did passenger service end?
The last commercial passenger flight departed on October 31, 2004.
What are its airport codes?
Its IATA code is YMX and its ICAO code is CYMX.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montr%C3%A9al%E2%80%93Mirabel_International_Airport
    Supports: Official-style summary of the airport’s name, codes, location, opening date, and end of commercial passenger service.
  2. Wikipedia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/A%C3%A9roport_international_Montr%C3%A9al-Mirabel
    Supports: Location in Mirabel and approximate distance from Montreal.
  3. Centre for Aviation — https://www.centreforaviation.com/data/profiles/airports/montreal-mirabel-international-airport-ymx
    Supports: Current cargo-oriented use and airport profile details.
  4. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portal:Aviation/Selected_article/10
    Supports: General historical context and current role as a cargo-focused airport.