Saint John to Montréal (YSJ–YUL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YSJ–YUL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Canada leads the route. The flight covers 381 miles in approximately 1h 29m. Beyond nonstop, 3 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 7 | CR9 | 1h29 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Montréal from Saint John
| Metric | YSJ→YUL | YFC→YUL | YQM→YUL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YSJ | – | 49 mi | 80 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 23 | 29 |
| Flight time | 1h 29m | 1h 20m | 1h 36m |
Travel Essentials
YSJ: ADT · YUL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Saint John, it's 5:00 PM in Montréal.
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.
YSJ–YUL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YSJ to YUL
Saint John Airport (YSJ) 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.
YSJ to YUL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YSJ to YUL ranges from 1 hours 29 minutes. The route covers a distance of 381 miles (613 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 21 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
3 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via YHU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Fredericton (YFC), Moncton (YQM) and Halifax (YHZ).