Flights from Quebec City (YQB) and Montreal (YUL) to New York, United States
Here is what to know before booking a flight to New York from Quebec City and Montreal.
New York is the most popular cross-border getaway from Quebec: a Montreal-New York ticket is often cheap, especially outside weekends.
From Montreal, fares to New York usually run between $385 and $550. The best fare spotted recently is $302 (about 35% below the typical price).
What this route usually costs
We have recorded a fare from Montreal to New York on 111 separate days, the first on July 7, 2026 and the most recent on October 25, 2026. Across those days the best fare of the day ranged from $257 to $570, with a median of $366. 4 of those days came in cheaper than today. Today's $302 is in the cheapest third of that range.
- Days observed 111
- Lowest recorded $257
- Median day $366
- Highest recorded $570
These numbers are our own: one price point per route per scan day. How we collect them.
Quebec City or Montreal for New York?
We have priced New York from both airports on 111 of the same days. Montreal came in cheaper on 111 of them and Quebec City on 0. Averaged across those days, Montreal was $419 cheaper on this route.
Latest fare we spotted from each airport
- Montreal $302 (-35%)
- Quebec City $825
Stops from each airport
Counted on the cheapest fare we found each day. Google Flights sometimes shows the same price with fewer stops, and nonstop flights can exist at higher fares.
- Montreal Nonstop on 104 of 111 days, 1 stop on 6, 2 or more stops on 1
- Quebec City Nonstop on 60 of 112 days, 1 stop on 39, 2 or more stops on 13
New York City is the largest city in the United States, an electric hub of culture, finance, and food spread across five boroughs. JFK is its major international airport, in the borough of Queens. From Broadway lights to hidden neighbourhood gems, there is always something new around the next corner!
When to go
Late spring and early fall offer the most pleasant weather and lively streets. Summers are hot and crowded, while winters are cold but magical around the holidays.
Getting there from Quebec City and Montreal
From most Canadian cities, reaching New York (JFK) is often nonstop from larger hubs like Montreal and Toronto, and one connection from smaller cities through those hubs or a US gateway such as Newark or Philadelphia. As a US destination you clear American customs, frequently at a Canadian preclearance airport before you even take off.
What to see and do
- Taking in the view from the Empire State Building or Top of the Rock
- Walking through Central Park
- Visiting the Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Seeing the Statue of Liberty and the 9/11 Memorial
- Walking the High Line above the West Side
Good to know before you go
The currency is the US dollar and English is spoken. The subway runs 24/7 and is by far the best way around, so leave any car behind; tap on with contactless OMNY or grab a MetroCard, and expect to walk a lot between stops, so wear comfortable shoes.
Entry requirements and health
No visa needed
Good news: with a Canadian passport you can just show up for a short tourist stay, no visa needed. Keep an eye on how long you're allowed to stay so your trip fits.
General orientation for a Canadian passport on a short tourist trip, not legal or medical advice. Confirm with official sources, and see a travel health clinic four to six weeks before departure.
Travel information is provided as a guide and can change. Always confirm fares, schedules and entry requirements before booking.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a Montreal-New York plane ticket?
It is a short hop, so fares are often low, but they rise on weekends and holidays. Compare the lowest price spotted recently to the usual price above.
How can I pay less for a Montreal-New York flight?
Travelling midweek and staying flexible on dates helps a lot. A Vol Spot alert tells you when a cheap flight to New York appears.
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