Buffalo to Montréal (BUF–YUL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Buffalo to Montréal
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
303 mi 1h 11m nonstop 51 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between BUF and YUL, connecting options are available through 51 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for BUF to YUL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
51
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,216
Candidates
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Montréal from Buffalo

Nearby airports with service to Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport.
Metric BUF→YUL YTZ→YUL YHM→YUL
Distance from BUF 58 mi 63 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 5 2
Weekly flights 0 142 1
Flight time 1h 11m 1h 15m 1h 5m
Departure OTP 100%
Airports within 200 miles of BUF with service to Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Montréal is 0 hours the same as Buffalo.
BUF: EDT · YUL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Buffalo, it's 6:00 PM in Montréal.
Distance & Flight Time
303 mi / 487 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 11m.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter Canada without a visa for stays up to 6 months. No eTA is needed when arriving by air with a US passport. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. A return or onward ticket and proof of funds may be requested at the border.

Getting from YUL

The 747 Express bus departs from the arrivals level every 20–30 minutes around the clock (CAD $11). It stops at several downtown métro stations, making it convenient for most city-centre destinations. Taxis from the arrivals level charge a flat rate of CAD $45 to downtown; Uber and Lyft are available from a separate ride-share zone.Rental car facilities are located on-site in the terminal complex. During winter, confirm road conditions before driving; Highway 20 can be slow or briefly closed during heavy snowstorms.

Montréal Climate

Continental climate with dramatic seasonal swings. Summers (June–August) are warm and humid at 24–30°C with occasional thunderstorms. Winters (December–March) are severe, with temperatures regularly dropping to −15°C or colder and heavy snowfall that causes frequent de-icing delays and occasional ground stops.

Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) are transitional and relatively pleasant, though spring snowstorms are not unusual. Pack serious winter gear from November through March; ice storms in early spring create particularly difficult travel conditions.

BUF–YUL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Buffalo to Montréal route.
Route details
Distance303 mi / 487 km
Flight time1h 11m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections51 hubs
Origin: BUF
IATA / ICAOBUF / KBUF
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr5.0M
Elevation728 ft / 222 m
Destination: YUL
IATA / ICAOYUL / CYUL
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal
Passengers/yr21.0M
Elevation118 ft / 36 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about BUF to YUL flights.
Nonstop flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport take approximately 1h 11m. The route covers 303 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SYR, HPN, ALB, PIT, CLE, FRG, BED, TEB, CMH, STL, UES, PDK, MSP, OPF, CHS, JCI, BCT, PBI, VRB, APF, DAL, SRQ, FXE, RSW, BZN, MIA, PLS, SJU, SCF, IAD, LAS, DCA, PHL, DTW, FLL, JFK, LGA, EWR, TPA, VCE, MCO, ATL, BOS, CLT, RDU, LAX, ORD, DFW, DEN, BNA and PHX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from YUL to BUF are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include YTZ, YHM and YYZ. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from BUF to YUL

Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) and Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

BUF to YUL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from BUF to YUL ranges from 1 hours 11 minutes. The route covers a distance of 303 miles (487 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

51 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via SYR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Toronto (YTZ), Hamilton (YHM) and Toronto (YYZ).