Montréal to Raleigh/Durham (YUL–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YUL–RDU is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Canada leads the route. The flight covers 713 miles in approximately 2h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 92 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: AV | 14 | E75, E75S | 2h15-2h17 | Star Alliance | AV |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Montréal
| Metric | YUL→RDU | YHU→RDU | BTV→RDU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YUL | – | 16 mi | 75 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 1 | 3 |
| Flight time | 2h 10m | 1h 58m | 2h 19m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YUL: EDT · RDU: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Montréal, it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
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.
Uber and Lyft from RDU to downtown Raleigh cost $20–30 (20–25 min); to downtown Durham: $18–25 (15–20 min). Pickup zones are on the lower level at both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Taxis are available at the curb ($30–40 to Raleigh).GoTriangle Route 100 ($2.25) is a budget option to downtown Raleigh and Durham; check hours before relying on it for evening or early-morning flights. Rental car desks are in the terminal buildings with cars in the adjacent garage. Chapel Hill is 20–25 minutes via US-15-501.
Humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild but variable winters. Summer (June–August) temperatures reach 33–37°C with high humidity. Afternoon thunderstorms are frequent and can cause ground holds. The region sits in a tornado risk corridor during spring (April–May).
Winter (December–February) is generally mild at 2–12°C. The Piedmont of North Carolina experiences ice storms. Freezing rain events, common every 1–2 years, are the primary disruption risk. Snow is lighter than areas further north, but ice can be severe. Autumn (September–November) is the most operationally stable season.
YUL–RDU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YUL to RDU
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
YUL to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YUL to RDU ranges from 2 hours 10 minutes to 2 hours 17 minutes. The route covers a distance of 713 miles (1,147 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
92 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 Montréal (YHU), Burlington (BTV) and Ottawa (YOW).