Montréal to New York (YUL–LGA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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YUL–LGA is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 324 miles in approximately 1h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 41 | BCS3, CR9, E75 | 1h26-1h31 | Star Alliance | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 20 | 223, CR9 | 1h25-1h27 | Star Alliance | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: WS | 14 | CR9 | 1h30-1h34 | SkyTeam | WS | |
| AA American Airlines Also: PD | 7 | E70 | 1h32 | Oneworld | PD |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Montréal
| Metric | YUL→LGA | YHU→LGA | BTV→LGA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YUL | – | 16 mi | 75 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 103 | – | 22 |
| Flight time | 1h 30m | 0h 55m | 1h 21m |
| Departure OTP | 75% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YUL: EDT · LGA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Montréal, it's 6:00 PM in New York.
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.
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.
Taxis from LGA to Midtown Manhattan cost $30–45 (flat rates do not apply from LGA; metered). Ride-shares pickup is on the lower level; fares to Midtown typically $35–55. Allow 30–60 minutes off-peak, 60–90 minutes during rush hour.The M60 Select Bus ($2.90) connects to the subway at multiple points and takes 45–70 minutes to Manhattan. Q70 Select Bus connects to the 7/E/F/M/R trains at Jackson Heights for additional subway access. Note that LGA has no direct subway or rail link as of 2026.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. LGA is one of the most disruption-prone major US airports. A combination of weather (nor'easters, summer thunderstorms, winter ice) and congested airspace drives delays year-round. Summer (June–August) afternoon thunderstorms cause frequent ground delays and can back up the eastern seaboard for hours.
Winter (December–February) brings snow and freezing rain events, with −5–4°C averages. Nor'easters typically cause 1–2 significant cancellation events per season. Spring and autumn are the most operationally stable periods. Connections through LGA require buffer time to absorb accumulated delays.
YUL–LGA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YUL to LGA
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and American Airlines. With 103 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YUL to LGA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YUL to LGA is about 1 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 324 miles (522 km). There are approximately 103 weekly flights outbound and 125 return, totaling 228 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Boston Logan, Toronto Pearson and Billy Bishop Toronto City. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Montréal (YHU), Burlington (BTV) and Saranac Lake (SLK).