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    "Key": "LGA-YMQ",
    "orig": {
      "code": "LGA",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "New York City",
      "fullCity": "New York City, New York",
      "airport": "La Guardia Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "YMQ",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Montréal",
      "fullCity": "Montréal, Quebec",
      "airport": "Trudeau Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from New York City (LGA) to Montréal (YMQ) typically takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. If connecting, common layovers in Toronto or Philadelphia extend total travel time to roughly 4 to 6 hours."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are plenty of direct flights from New York City to Montréal. From LaGuardia alone, Air Canada, Delta, and American all fly non‑stop to Montréal–Trudeau daily, with Air Canada offering the most frequencies — up to about 17 departures a day spread from early morning through the evening, while Delta runs about 5 daily and American has a couple. All three carriers operate every day of the week, so you have non‑stop options any day you want to travel.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service and weekly frequencies are summarized from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). Where available, on-time and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, and typical fares from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.",
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      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Yes, visa requirements apply for travel between New York City and Montréal depending on your nationality. If you are a U.S. citizen, you do not need a visa to enter Canada for short visits (tourism, business) but you must have a valid U.S. passport. If you are a Canadian citizen, you do not need a visa to enter the U.S. for short visits, but you generally need a valid Canadian passport. For nationals of other countries, you may require a visa or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) for Canada, and a visa or ESTA for the United States, depending on your citizenship. Always check the latest requirements before travel."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Montréal?",
        "answer": "From Montréal-Trudeau Airport (YUL), the fastest and most-used option is the STM 747 Express Bus, which runs 24/7 to downtown for a flat fare of $11 CAD. Taxis offer fixed fares to downtown at $49.45 during the day and $56.70 at night, while Uber and Lyft provide ride-share alternatives with varying pricing. Car rentals are available on-site from major agencies, and a future REM light-rail station will eventually connect the airport to the metro network. The 747 bus is generally the best balance of speed, cost, and frequency for most travelers.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/29089144643357-How-much-does-a-taxi-ride-cost",
            "title": "How much does a taxi ride cost? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-09-12T15:26:23Z"
          },
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            "url": "http://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/categories/360000103337-Ground-Transportation",
            "title": "Ground Transportation – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport",
            "time_published": "2019-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "title": "Transportation in Montreal",
            "time_published": "2026-03-15T16:43:15Z"
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            "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/30293241484829-Do-you-offer-an-assistance-between-the-drop-off-zone-and-the-terminal-at-YUL",
            "title": "Do you offer an assistance between the drop-off zone and the terminal at YUL? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport",
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      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from New York City to Montréal are August, September, and October, with average fares as low as $295 in August. The most expensive months are March, May, and February, where average prices peak at $394 in March.",
        "methodology": "This 'good deal' estimate shows a representative best price for each departure date across roughly a 12-month window (about 3 months back and 9 months forward). It is built from real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, accumulated into a price history for each departure date. Rather than weighting all of that history equally, we apply exponential time decay so recent prices dominate — a price seen yesterday counts almost in full, one from about a month ago roughly a third, and prices from a few months back very little — giving a figure that tracks today's market instead of a stale long-run average. Clear price outliers are removed before any calculation, departure dates with no observations are filled in from nearby dates, and the resulting curve is lightly smoothed so it reads as a clean seasonal trend rather than day-to-day noise.",
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      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "For the best fare from New York City to Montréal, book 3 to 6 weeks ahead, with the absolute cheapest day being about 25 days out at $292. During summer and holidays, demand can push the ideal window slightly earlier, so aim for 5 to 7 weeks in advance to lock in a lower price.",
        "methodology": "This booking-window guidance is built from the same real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, re-grouped by how many days before departure each price was seen (from the departure day out to about 180 days ahead) across the route's price history. At each booking lead time we report the 25th-percentile price — the cheaper end of what travelers were quoted, rather than the rock-bottom minimum (which can be a fluke) or the average (which is pulled up by expensive last-minute fares). The buy-or-wait advice then applies a risk premium that grows as departure approaches, since seat availability shrinks and prices become less predictable; using that adjusted curve we flag windows where waiting is likely to save a meaningful amount (at least $20 or 5%) versus windows where booking now is the better call. Isolated single-day recommendations are filtered out, so the advice only reflects a window that holds for several days in a row.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "No overnight red‑eye flights are scheduled from New York LaGuardia (LGA) to Montréal (YMQ) — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red‑eye long leg turned up in the schedule.",
        "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.",
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      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between New York City and Montréal?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities between New York City (LGA) and Montréal (YMQ) include Toronto, Philadelphia, and Detroit. Toronto offers frequent connections and efficient transfers via Air Canada, while Philadelphia and Detroit serve as hubs for American Airlines and Delta, respectively, keeping total travel time competitive."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "On‑time performance is generally good, but LaGuardia’s congestion can cause afternoon delays. Early departures on Air Canada or Delta tend to be more reliable."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Montréal?",
        "answer": "May to June and September to October offer pleasant temperatures and manageable tourist numbers."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for your stay, any required visa or eTA, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for bags, and any needed vaccination certificates."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Montréal?",
        "answer": "Montréal has one main passenger airport, Montréal-Trudeau International Airport, located about 20 km west of downtown. It serves all major airlines for domestic, US, and international flights."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to La Guardia Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From Manhattan, the fastest and most popular way to reach LaGuardia is by taxi or ride‑share (Uber, Lyft), which take about 30–60 minutes depending on traffic and cost the most. The cheapest option is public transit: take the free Q70 LaGuardia Link bus from the Jackson Heights–Roosevelt Avenue subway station ( lines) or the Woodside LIRR station; the bus runs frequently and connects to the subway and commuter rail for a total fare of a single subway or train ride. Several authorized shuttle and van services also operate door‑to‑door, offering a middle ground in cost and convenience. Driving yourself is possible but parking at the airport is expensive, so it’s generally the least recommended choice unless you have a specific need.",
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            "time_published": "2026-02-19T01:05:56Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-02-17T19:35:41Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-04-29T22:41:56Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_accidents_and_incidents_at_LaGuardia_Airport",
            "title": "List of accidents and incidents at LaGuardia Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-14T16:18:19Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://www.panynj.gov/port-authority/en/press-room/press-release-archives/2026-press-releases/the-port-authority-and-laguardia-gateway-partners--developer-and.html",
            "title": "THE PORT AUTHORITY AND LAGUARDIA GATEWAY PARTNERS, DEVELOPER AND OPERATOR OF LAGUARDIA AIRPORT’S TERMINAL B, ANNOUNCE PROJECT TO EXPAND CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE FOR ELECTRIC GROUND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT",
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Montréal airport?",
        "answer": "Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) does not have an on-site hotel or sleeping pods inside the terminal, but the Sheraton Montreal Airport Hotel is directly connected to the terminal via a complimentary shuttle and is the closest option for a proper rest. Inside the airport, travelers can find benches, armrest-free chairs, and some cushioned seating both landside and airside, with the check-in area offering the most space for overnight stays. No capsule hotels or in-terminal sleeping facilities are available.",
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            "title": "Montreal Trudeau Airport Guide (YUL) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2018-10-02T00:00:16Z"
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            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/yulsa-sheraton-montreal-airport-hotel/overview/",
            "title": "Hotel Near Montreal-Trudeau Airport | Sheraton Montreal Airport Hotel",
            "time_published": "2023-08-11T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/360002576638-Is-there-a-baggage-porter-service-at-YUL",
            "title": "Is there a baggage porter service at YUL? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport",
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            "title": "Private Departure Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL",
            "time_published": "2026-02-27T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/360000864457-Are-there-lockers-at-the-airport",
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Trudeau Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Montréal–Trudeau International Airport (YUL) offers currency exchange services through ICE Currency Exchange counters in the public and international areas of the terminal, as well as ATMs throughout. A multi-faith prayer and meditation room is available on the departures level near gate 51, open 24 hours. Free Wi‑Fi is provided airport-wide; simply connect to the 'YUL Wi-Fi' network.",
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            "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/30293241484829-Do-you-offer-an-assistance-between-the-drop-off-zone-and-the-terminal-at-YUL",
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            "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/categories/360000107258-Airport-Services",
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      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from New York LaGuardia to Montréal commonly use the Embraer 175, Airbus A220-200, and De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400, with occasional service on the Embraer 170 and Canadair Regional Jet 900. The exact aircraft varies by day and airline. Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these routes, though specific amenities depend on the carrier and aircraft configuration.",
        "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.",
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      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from New York City?",
        "answer": "At LaGuardia, you can relax at the Delta Sky Club in Terminal C, which features seasonally inspired food, a premium bar, and artwork. Terminal B houses the American Express Centurion Lounge with spa services and the Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club; both are accessible via premium credit cards or day passes. These lounges offer a quiet escape with upscale amenities, but note there are no United Clubs or Admirals Clubs at LGA.",
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            "time_published": "2026-02-19T20:00:12Z"
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/delta-reserve/LGA",
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            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/laguardia",
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            "url": "https://www.delta.com/us/en/airports/united-states/new-york-city-sky-club-laguardia-airport-map",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on New York City–Montréal flights depends on the airline and fare class. Basic economy tickets often do not include a checked bag, while standard international economy typically includes one free checked bag. Carry-on is usually included with all fares."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Flights from New York City to Montréal typically offer Economy class only, with standard recliner seats, as the route is short and primarily served by regional aircraft without Premium Economy or flat-bed Business class."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Same‑day changes or standby depend on the airline and fare type, with flexible and premium tickets offering the best options while Basic Economy generally restricts them."
      }
    }
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