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

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Montréal to Buffalo
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 303 mi 1h 29m nonstop 32 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between YUL and BUF, connecting options are available through 32 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YUL to BUF.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
32
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~29h
Longest
BED ~3h 15m YQG ~3h 24m YYZ ~3h 31m BWI ~4h 7m IND ~4h 58m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,127
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
YUL → BUF
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
50%
Return
BUF → YUL
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YUL delays → BUF delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Montréal, it's 6:00 PM in Buffalo.
Distance & Flight Time
303 mi / 487 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 29m.
Visa & Entry

Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to YUL

The 747 Express bus runs 24/7 from downtown Montréal (Berri-UQAM and Lionel-Groulx métro stations) to Trudeau in 45–60 minutes for CAD $11 with a OPUS card or $11 cash. STM métro does not reach the airport; the 747 Express bus handles the city-airport connection. Taxis from downtown are metered at roughly CAD $45–55.Uber and Lyft operate from designated pick-up zones at departures level. Driving via Highway 20 West is straightforward; the airport has structured parking directly attached to the terminal starting at CAD $5/30 min, with economy lots farther out.

Facts

YUL–BUF Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Montréal to Buffalo route.
Route details
Distance303 mi / 487 km
Flight time1h 29m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections32 hubs
Origin: YUL
Full nameMontreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
IATA / ICAOYUL / CYUL
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
Passengers/yr21.0M
Elevation118 ft / 36 m
Destination: BUF
Full nameBuffalo Niagara International Airport
IATA / ICAOBUF / KBUF
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Passengers/yr5.0M
Elevation728 ft / 222 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YUL to BUF flights.
Nonstop flights from Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport take approximately 1h 29m. The route covers 303 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from YUL to BUF.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BED, YQG, YYZ, BWI, IND, BCT, CHS, OPF, PBI, HOU, CLT, SJC, DTW, DCA, IAD, EWR, MIA, PHL, LGA, ORD, BOS, RSW, TPA, FLL, JFK, ATL, PHX, MCO, LAS, BNA, DFW and DEN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from BUF to YUL 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 YUL to BUF

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

YUL to BUF Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YUL to BUF ranges from 1 hours 29 minutes. The route covers a distance of 303 miles (487 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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