Flying from Montreal to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA): What you need to know
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is Montreal's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Montreal to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) departing from here.
Hop on a direct Montreal to New York LaGuardia Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 30 minutes.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located in New York. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Montreal.
With 73 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is the most popular route. Delta Air Lines operates the earliest flight at 6am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from YUL to LGA is with Air Canada at 8:45pm.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Montreal to LGA.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Montreal to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) leave from this terminal.
At YUL, you can choose from various carriers that offer direct flights from Montreal to New York LaGuardia Airport, such as:
Air Canada is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from YUL to LGA.
American Airlines is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
YUL is about 19 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Montreal to New York LaGuardia Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
67% of flights that take off from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
YHU is about 23 kilometres from central Montreal. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Montreal to LGA flight? Relax in a hotel near Montreal Metropolitan Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Book a hotel near LGA if you're catching a late flight from Montreal to New York LaGuardia Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Montreal to New York LaGuardia Airport flight.
You'll find LGA at Hangar 7 Centre.
Getting from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to central New York
From New York LaGuardia Airport, central New York is around 13 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to New York LaGuardia Airport is 119 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 190 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Montreal to LGA. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap Montreal to New York LaGuardia Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Montreal to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Visit New York in January if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Book a Montreal to LGA plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in New York to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Montreal to New York LaGuardia Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about New York
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in New York right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Montreal to New York LaGuardia Airport:
Your New York trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Attractions worth exploring include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
New York has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. About 145 kilometres southwest of New York, a trip to Philadelphia will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 290 kilometres southwest of New York, Baltimore is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.