Flights from Montreal (YUL) to New York, United States
Here is what to know before booking a flight to New York from Montreal.
From Montreal, fares to New York usually run between $340 and $485. The best fare spotted recently is $395.
New York needs no introduction, and landing at LaGuardia drops you minutes from Manhattan. Walk the loops of Central Park, spend a rainy afternoon in a world-class museum, catch a Broadway show, then eat your way from dollar slices to dim sum. Every neighbourhood feels like a different city, and the energy never lets up. For travelers from Quebec, it is one of the easiest big adventures out there!
When to go
Spring, April to June, and fall, September to November, are the most comfortable, with mild weather and the city at its liveliest. Summer is hot, humid, and busy, though parks and rooftops come alive. Winter is cold and can bring snow, but it also brings holiday lights, shorter museum lines, and a festive buzz. Expect crowds year round; weekdays are calmer than weekends at major attractions.
Getting there from Montreal
This is the easy one. New York is a short hop from Eastern Canada, with frequent service from Montreal (YUL) and connecting options from Quebec City (YQB), often via Montreal or Toronto. Many flights are nonstop into LaGuardia or nearby New York airports, and the flight itself is only a couple of hours. A major perk: US customs pre-clearance at several Canadian airports means you clear immigration before boarding and arrive as a domestic passenger.
What to see and do
- Central Park's loops and green lawns
- World-class museums like the Met
- A Broadway show
- Eating across immigrant neighbourhoods
Good to know before you go
Get around by subway, which is by far the fastest and cheapest way to cover the city, running around the clock; tap a contactless card or phone to enter. Uber, Lyft, and yellow cabs fill the gaps, and LaGuardia now connects to the subway by a free shuttle bus. The currency is the US dollar and cards are accepted almost everywhere, though carry a little cash for tips. English is the language. Tap water is safe and excellent. Tipping is expected, roughly 18 to 20 percent at restaurants, and walking is often faster than driving in Manhattan.
Travel information is provided as a guide and can change. Always confirm fares, schedules and entry requirements before booking.