Flying from New York to Montreal: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from New York to Montreal. Check out your options for departing New York from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is where you'll be landing in Montreal.
The average length of a direct New York to Montreal flight is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Montreal's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as New York.
The busiest route for flights from New York to Montreal is from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). You can choose from seven services every week between these two airports. If you want to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from JFK to YUL is the 09:00 Air Canada option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 21:00 with Delta Air Lines.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your New York to Montreal flight.
If you're flying during a popular month like July, be at the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during holiday periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Montreal
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Montreal is Rs19,152. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs49,845. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To secure cheap New York to Montreal flights, reserve your trip two months ahead of your departure.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from New York to Montreal is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
If you're looking for a direct flight from New York to Montreal, you can leave from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Get from JFK to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) in one seamless trip.
Be on the lookout for deals with Delta Air Lines. This carrier offers direct New York to Montreal plane tickets out of JFK.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for New York to Montreal flights leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from New York to Montreal? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Of the departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on time at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Prefer to jet off from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)? This popular hub offers nonstop flights from New York to Montreal, seamlessly connecting you to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Book a direct New York to Montreal plane ticket with one of these popular airlines that operate this route from EWR:
Split up your New York to Montreal flight with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and Montreal are:
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
EWR is about 14 kilometres from central New York. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from New York to Montreal? Check in to a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 73.3%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
You can jump on a direct flight from New York to Montreal jetting out of LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Book a ticket and travel straight through to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Glide above the clouds with one of these airlines that offer direct New York to Montreal plane tickets from LGA:
Book a ticket from New York to Montreal out of LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with one or more stops. Popular stopovers between LGA and Montreal include:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
From central New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It takes roughly 25 minutes to get to the airport by car and 1 hour or so if you're on public transport.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your New York to Montreal flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near LaGuardia Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
LGA has an on-time performance rating of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights touch down as expected and your plans go off without a hitch.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
It usually takes 45 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Montreal. Book one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and venture far and wide through Montreal and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Central Montreal is around 26 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). After your flight from New York to Montreal has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Land, grab your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and drive away without skipping a beat. Enterprise and Budget are popular companies to select from here.
Generally speaking, the sooner you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Lock in your ride from YHU once your travel dates are set.
Best time to go to Montreal
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from New York to Montreal. August is the most popular month to visit Montreal. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your New York to Montreal ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from New York to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to Montreal, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are attractions you won't want to skip in Montreal.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Canada you'll want to see. Around 499 kilometres south-west of Montreal, a visit to Toronto will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada and is around 153 kilometres west of Montreal. No trip is complete without a visit to Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.
