Flying from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to New York: what you need to know
Around 1 hour 37 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York.
New York's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Montreal (the location of Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport).
With 247 weekly flights between the two airports, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is the busiest route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:10. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from YUL to LGA is with Air Canada at 20:00.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from YUL to New York.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Reserve a direct flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York and skip the connections. YUL offers nonstop journeys to these New York airports:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
There's a range of airlines offering direct flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York, such as:
If you hold a passport from Canada and want to travel to United States for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the length and purpose of your stay and are subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York.
Located around 26 kilometers from central Montreal, YUL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to YUL? If you're boarding an early flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to New York
AED 397 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York. A return flight starts from AED 643. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from YUL to New York.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York is roughly 24 kilometers. It'll take you around 28 minutes to reach the center driving.
It'll take around 1 hour and 11 minutes to get there by public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to EWR if you're catching a late flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 48 kilometers from the center of New York. Once you've disembarked your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York, it'll take you around 48 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to JFK. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from YUL to New York:
Best time to go to New York
August is the most popular month for flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York. To avoid the crowds, visit New York in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap flights from YUL to New York sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about New York
After booking your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are top attractions which should feature on any good New York itinerary.
Complete your New York trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in New York and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare companies in one place to find the ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to New York.
