Flying from Montreal to LaGuardia Airport (LGA): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Montreal to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) leaving from here.
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Montreal to LaGuardia Airport flight.
LaGuardia Airport is located in New York. The city's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Montreal.
With 87 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is the busiest route. Delta Air Lines operates the earliest flight at 6am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from YUL to LGA is with Air Canada at 8:45pm.
Your flight from Montreal to LGA won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
In peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Go straight to your destination from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Direct flights from Montreal to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) can be booked from here.
Popular carriers that offer direct flights from Montreal to LaGuardia Airport out of YUL include:
Most travellers choose to book seats with Air Canada between YUL and LGA.
Among carriers operating on this route, Delta Air Lines has the best track record for timely arrivals.
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Montreal, YUL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Montreal to LaGuardia Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
64.89% of flights leaving from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Montreal to YHU in about 1 hour 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Montreal to LGA flight? Kick back in a hotel near St. Hubert Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Consider staying in a hotel near LGA if you're catching a late flight from Montreal to LaGuardia Airport. Check in to one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Travel at your own pace with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Ace Rent a Car or Thrifty and see more of New York and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Montreal to LaGuardia Airport flight.
The street address for LGA is Hangar 7 Centre.
Getting from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to central New York
LaGuardia Airport to central New York is roughly 13 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
120 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Montreal to LaGuardia Airport. A return flight starts at 193 €. These prices can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Montreal to LGA, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Montreal to LaGuardia Airport (LGA). July is the busiest month to visit New York. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in February.
Before locking in your Montreal to LGA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Montreal to LaGuardia Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about New York
Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Montreal to LaGuardia Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty are attractions you won't want to skip in New York.
Explore more of the United States
New York will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 145 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 290 kilometres south-west of New York, Baltimore is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.