Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Montreal: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Montreal is 1 hour 45 minutes.
New York (the location of John F. Kennedy International Airport) and Montreal share the same timezone — UTC-4.
With seven weekly departures between the two airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most popular route. Board Air Canada's 09:00 flight to get your journey from JFK to YUL underway.
Leave plenty of time to get on your JFK to Montreal flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Start your journey at JFK and travel straight to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). That's where you can expect to land when searching for John F. Kennedy International Airport to Montreal tickets.
Check out the deals with Air Canada. This carrier has direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Montreal.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from JFK to Montreal. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Located around 19 kilometres from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to JFK? If you're catching an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Montreal, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
74.1% of flights that depart John F. Kennedy International Airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Montreal
Rs33,075 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Montreal flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs74,257. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To secure cheap flights from JFK to Montreal, book your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Montreal, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near YUL:
Grab a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car and discover Montreal and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from JFK to Montreal.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
The centre of Montreal is about 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). Once your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Montreal has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near YHU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your JFK to Montreal flight:
Land, collect your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and drive away without skipping a beat. Enterprise and Budget are well-known outlets to pick from here.
Typically, the sooner you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Lock in your ride from YHU as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Best time to go to Montreal
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Montreal. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are typically higher and top attractions can be crowded. Go to Montreal in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a John F. Kennedy International Airport to Montreal flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from JFK to Montreal around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
Once you've booked your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Montreal, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Montreal:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Montreal Botanical Garden, Mount Royal Park and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are essential stops on your Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Montreal, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Journey about 499 kilometres south-west to Toronto to check off its leading sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Ottawa is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres west of Montreal. No journey is complete without visiting Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.