Travelling from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to New York: what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York.
Montreal (the location of Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport) and New York are in the same timezone — UTC-4.
The most popular route is from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Choose from 87 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YUL to LGA is the 06:00 Delta Air Lines service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 20:45 with Air Canada.
For a relaxed start to your YUL to New York flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Taking off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Book a direct Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York ticket and get to your destination faster. YUL offers nonstop flights to these New York airports:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Direct flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York are operated by a range of airlines. Select your seat on any of these:
Located around 16 kilometres from central Montreal, YUL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near YUL:
64.89% of flights that depart Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to New York
RM502 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York flight. A return flight ticket right now is RM810. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
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Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
Think about booking a hotel close to JFK if you have a late flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and explore beyond New York's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from YUL to New York.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
After your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near EWR. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your YUL to New York flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab queues. Grab a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from Dollar, Budget and Thrifty.
Don't pay more than you need to. 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)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York has touched down. Central New York is around 18 kilometres from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
The journey will take around 1 hour by public transport.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, choose a hotel near LGA. Check in to one of these options after your YUL to New York flight:
Whether you're looking for a compact for a solo adventure or an SUV to transport your group, you'll find the perfect LaGuardia Airport rental car for you. Check out the types of wheels available from companies such as Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.
About two weeks ahead of your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York is a good time to secure your vehicle from LGA. You're likely to snag a better deal or even snap up an early bird discount.
LaGuardia Airport can be found at Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
Travel to New York during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YUL to New York in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about New York
Once you've booked your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building are essential stops on your New York itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've done New York, now it's time to discover more of United States. Travel about 129 kilometres south-west to Philadelphia to check off its leading sights. From Liberty Bell to Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Boston is another favourite destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No trip is complete without dropping by Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.