Travelling from Montreal to New York: what you need to know
Montreal's main base, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Montreal to New York.
New York has a good selection of airports you can jet into. Hop off the plane at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Hop on a direct Montreal to New York flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
Montreal and New York are both in the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 87 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Montreal to New York is with Air Canada at 20:45. Choose the first YUL to LGA departure operated by Delta Air Lines at 06:00 to make the most of your arrival in New York.
To ensure you get on your Montreal to New York flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to New York
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You can travel directly to New York leaving from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Here are some airports you can jet right into when searching for a flight from Montreal to New York:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
There are plenty of airlines that offer direct Montreal to New York plane tickets out of YUL. Some of the most popular are:
Located around 16 kilometres from central Montreal, YUL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Montreal to New York or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, data shows 64.89% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is approximately 19 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 50 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Montreal to New York. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Travel at your own pace with a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and discover more of New York and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Once your flight from Montreal to New York has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central New York is approximately 14 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to EWR. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Montreal to New York:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at EWR can help you lock in a better rate.
You'll find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Travel to the centre after your flight from Montreal to New York has landed. Central New York is about 13 kilometres from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey will take you around 1 hour.
Check in to a hotel close to LGA and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late Montreal to New York flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
Take the guesswork out of the next chapter of your journey with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty make getting on the road effortless.
Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your vehicle from LGA two weeks before your flight from Montreal to New York for the most affordable rates.
The street address for LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
July is the most popular month for flights from Montreal to New York. To skip the crowds, go to New York in May.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Book your Montreal to New York ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flights from Montreal to New York around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in New York right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Montreal to New York:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are top sights which should be on any well-planned New York itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've seen New York, now it's time to discover more of United States. Travel around 129 kilometres south-west to Philadelphia to check off its top sights. From Liberty Bell to Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 306 kilometres north-east of New York, Boston is another favourite stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.