Raleigh/Durham to Montréal (RDU–YUL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
RDU–YUL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada and Contour Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 713 miles in approximately 2h 7m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: AV | 7 | E75 | 2h07 | Star Alliance | AV | |
| LF Contour Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Montréal from Raleigh/Durham
| Metric | RDU→YUL | PGV→YUL | EWN→YUL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from RDU | – | 80 mi | 113 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | – | – |
| Flight time | 2h 7m | 1h 29m | 1h 44m |
| Departure OTP | 82% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
RDU: EDT · YUL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham, it's 6:00 PM in Montréal.
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.
No rail connection exists. GoTriangle Route 100 (RDU Express) runs from the Durham Station Transportation Center and downtown Raleigh to the airport for $2.25; takes 35–50 minutes but service is limited in the evenings and does not run all night.Ride-shares (Uber/Lyft) from downtown Raleigh: $20–30, 20–25 minutes. From Durham: $18–25, 15–20 minutes. Taxis: $30–40. Long-term parking from $7/day in Economy lots with shuttle service. I-40 provides direct access to both Raleigh and Durham.
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.
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.
RDU–YUL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RDU to YUL
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada and Contour Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
RDU to YUL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RDU to YUL is about 2 hours 7 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 713 miles (1,147 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 35 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Washington Dulles, LaGuardia and Newark Liberty. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Greenville (PGV), New Bern (EWN) and Roanoke (ROA).