Raleigh/Durham to Montréal (RDU–YUL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
AC8674
AC Air Canada
E75S
1:25 PM
EDT T2
3:38 PM
EDT
2h 13m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AC7802
AC Air Canada
1:11 PM
EDT
3:24 PM
EDT
2h 13m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AC8671
AC Air Canada
E75
7:00 PM
EDT
9:20 PM
EDT
2h 20m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Raleigh/Durham to Montréal
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 713 mi 2h 13m nonstop 55 1-stop hubs

RDU–YUL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Canada leads the route. The flight covers 713 miles in approximately 2h 13m. Beyond nonstop, 55 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop RDU–YUL service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AC Air Canada 7 E75S 2h13 86% Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
E75S Embraer E175 STD – AC
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: AC (7 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, RDU to YUL direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
8
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RDU to YUL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
55
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~32h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,598
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
RDU → YUL
86%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
86%
Arriving
90%
Return
YUL → RDU
73%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
73%
Arriving
76%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. RDU delays → YUL delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Montréal is 0 hours the same as Raleigh/Durham.
RDU: EDT · YUL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham, it's 6:00 PM in Montréal.
Distance & Flight Time
713 mi / 1,147 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 13m.
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 to RDU

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.

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.

RDU–YUL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Raleigh/Durham to Montréal route.
Route details
Distance713 mi / 1,147 km
Flight time2h 13m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 8 return
1-stop connections55 hubs
Origin: RDU
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 m
Destination: YUL
IATA / ICAOYUL / CYUL
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
Passengers/yr21.0M
Elevation118 ft / 36 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RDU to YUL flights.
Nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport take approximately 2h 13m. The route covers 713 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Air Canada.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from RDU to YUL. The return direction has about 8 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YQB, TEB, BED, INT, SYR, ALB, HPN, CMH, CVG, CAK, PDK, CHS, SUA, BCT, YYR, DAL, PBI, BZN, LIR, YVR, PUJ, IAD, CUN, DTW, CLT, PHL, ATL, MCO, AUS, MEX, BOS, DCA, EWR, YYZ, LGA, CDG, FRA, BNA, JFK, DEN, ORD, MIA, LAS, FLL, LHR, TPA, DFW, MSP, IAH, LAX, RSW, PHX, SJU, SFO and PTY. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from YUL to RDU are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 RDU to YUL

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

RDU to YUL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RDU to YUL ranges from 2 hours 13 minutes. The route covers a distance of 713 miles (1,147 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 15 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

55 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via YQB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.