{ "response": { "Key": "JFK-YUL", "orig": { "code": "JFK", "type": "airport", "city": "New York City", "fullCity": "New York City, New York", "airport": "John F Kennedy Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "YUL", "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": "The flight from New York City to Montréal is about 330 miles and typically takes 1 hour 34 minutes. The return leg takes 1 hour 47 minutes, so flying back to New York is a bit longer.", "methodology": "Flight times and distances come 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). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.", "toolsUsed": [ "flight_schedule" ] }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from New York City to Montréal?", "answer": "Air Canada flies nonstop from JFK to Montréal, with two flights daily — one departing around 9:00 AM and another around 10:05 AM, every day of the week. The flight takes about an hour and a half, and typical fares run around $293.", "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, flight times and distances for this route come 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). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule" ] }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Montréal?", "answer": "Montréal-Trudeau Airport (YUL) offers taxis, public transit (STM 747 bus line and REM connection), ride shares (Uber and Lyft), Air Canada City Shuttle, hotel/regional shuttles, and limousines. Taxis to downtown have a fixed fare of $49.45 (5:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.) or $56.70 (11:00 p.m.–5:00 a.m.), making them a reliable but pricier option. The 747 bus is the most-used and budget-friendly choice, with direct service to downtown and transit connections. Ride shares and shuttles add flexibility, while limousines offer premium service. Overall, the 747 bus is fastest for most travelers during peak hours, though taxis remain popular for convenience.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/categories/360000103337-Ground-Transportation", "title": "Ground Transportation – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport", "favicon": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/theming_assets/01HZM0CRZVJNNN0PXP7G51RCCE" }, { "url": "https://www.admtl.com/en-CA/", "title": "Montréal Trudeau International Airport | Aéroports de Montréal", "favicon": "https://www.admtl.com/en-CA/sfsites/c/cms/delivery/media/MCFRHK6ZT6YVCYLM4WTOBRPPXLLU?width=180&height=180" }, { "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/fr-ca/categories/360000103337-Services-de-transport", "title": "Services de transport – Aéroport International Montréal-Trudeau", "favicon": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/theming_assets/01HZM0CRZVJNNN0PXP7G51RCCE" }, { "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/29089144643357-What-is-the-fare-for-a-taxi-ride", "title": "What is the fare for a taxi ride? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport", "favicon": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/theming_assets/01HZM0CRZVJNNN0PXP7G51RCCE", "time_published": "2026-05-14T18:48:00Z" }, { "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/fr-ca/articles/29089144643357-Quel-est-le-tarif-d-une-course-en-taxi", "title": "Quel est le tarif d’une course en taxi? – Aéroport International Montréal-Trudeau", "favicon": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/theming_assets/01HZM0CRZVJNNN0PXP7G51RCCE", "time_published": "2026-05-14T18:48:00Z" } ] }, "q4": { "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from New York City to Montréal?", "answer": "Average fares from New York City to Montréal bottom out around $230 in late September, making it the cheapest stretch to fly. The cheapest months overall are October ($237), September ($242), and January ($251), while the most expensive period is late December, when average fares climb to about $313.", "methodology": "Seasonal fares come from Priceline's own air booking-summary archive, analysed in-house and refreshed monthly. For each day of the year we take a representative round-trip fare, a blend of the 25th-percentile and average ticket price over the route's bookings, and smooth the series into a seasonal curve; the half-month low and high and the monthly figures quoted here are averages of that curve. Thin and international routes borrow their seasonal shape from the nearest busy routes, with the price level anchored to the route's own bookings.", "toolsUsed": [ "seasonal_prices" ] }, "q5": { "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from New York City to Montréal?", "answer": "For flights from New York City (JFK) to Montréal (YUL), the optimal booking window is about 4-6 weeks before departure, where average fares dip to around $212. The absolute cheapest single-day price is $211 at 30 days out, while booking more than 5 months ahead can push prices above $300. Summer and holiday periods tend to see fares climb, so you may want to book slightly earlier for those peak times.", "methodology": "Booking-window guidance comes from the same monthly in-house analysis of Priceline's own air booking-summary archive. We aggregate the route's bookings by how many days before departure they were made, from about 180 days out to the day of travel, smooth the curve, and highlight the stretch of lead times with the lowest average fare. Thin and international routes borrow the curve shape from the nearest busy routes, anchored to the route's own price level. It reflects current fares and is refreshed monthly.", "toolsUsed": [ "booking_timing" ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from New York City to Montréal?", "answer": "No red‑eye flights operate from New York JFK to Montréal — the published schedule shows no nonstop overnight service, and no connecting itineraries whose long leg is an overnight red‑eye were found.", "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.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from New York City to Montréal?", "answer": "Air Canada operates non‑stop flights from New York JFK to Montréal, with 14 weekly departures — roughly twice a day — typically departing around 9:00 AM and 10:05 AM. The median fare on this route is approximately $293.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come 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 typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between New York City and Montréal?", "answer": "Common layover cities include Toronto, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C., which offer frequent flights and efficient transfers while keeping total travel time competitive. Toronto provides broad connections as a major Air Canada hub, while Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. serve as key American Airlines and United hubs respectively, often with minimal added journey time." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Montréal?", "answer": "May to June and September to early October offer pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists than peak summer." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from New York City to Montréal?", "answer": "Bring a valid passport, any required visa or eTA for Canada, proof of onward or return travel, and a payment method for baggage. Ensure your passport is valid for the duration of your stay, as Canada does not require a six-month validity beyond that. Check if you need a vaccination certificate." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Montréal?", "answer": "Montréal–Trudeau is the city's only commercial passenger airport, located about 20 kilometres from downtown. It serves all major airlines and is the sole gateway for flights to Montréal." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to John F Kennedy Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "Public transportation is the most popular and economical way to reach JFK from the city center: take the NYC subway or Long Island Rail Road to Jamaica or Howard Beach, then transfer to the AirTrain, which connects directly to all terminals. Ride-share services and taxis offer door-to-door convenience at a significantly higher cost, while shared shuttle buses provide a middle-ground option with fixed fares. Driving yourself is possible via the JFK Expressway or Van Wyck Expressway, but on-airport parking is pricey and traffic can be unpredictable.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.jfkairport.com/to-from-airport/public-transportation", "title": "Public Transportation - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://www.jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://jfkairport.com/transportation/public-transport", "title": "Public Transportation - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://www.jfkairport.com/transportation/airtrain", "title": "AirTrain JFK - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://www.jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://jfkairport.com/to-from-airport/air-train", "title": "AirTrain JFK - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_F._Kennedy_International_Airport", "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-16T08:12:00Z" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Montréal airport?", "answer": "There is a hotel directly connected to Montréal-Trudeau Airport: the Montreal Airport Marriott In-Terminal Hotel, located on the public side near the U.S. Departures area. Several other hotels are nearby and offer free airport shuttle service, with pickup at Door 8 on the Departures Level. If you prefer to stay in the terminal, the airport is open 24 hours and has benches and some recliners, though there are no dedicated sleeping rooms.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/yulap-courtyard-montreal-airport/overview/", "title": "Hotel in Montreal | Courtyard Montreal Airport", "time_published": "2023-08-11T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/montreal-trudeau-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Montreal Trudeau Airport Guide (YUL) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-10-02T00:00:16Z" }, { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/reviews/montreal-trudeau-airport-reviews.htm", "title": "Montreal Trudeau Airport Reviews (YUL) – Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2026-01-10T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Trudeau Intl Airport?", "answer": "Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) offers free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal, including in the international jetty where travelers can download book chapters and purchase full ebooks via the airport's Wi-Fi network. The available information does not explicitly confirm currency exchange offices or prayer rooms/chapels at YUL, so those specific amenities cannot be verified from the provided sources.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.admtl.com/en-CA/", "title": "Montréal Trudeau International Airport | Aéroports de Montréal", "favicon": "https://www.admtl.com/en-CA/sfsites/c/cms/delivery/media/MCFRHK6ZT6YVCYLM4WTOBRPPXLLU?width=180&height=180" }, { "url": "http://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/fr-ca/articles/360005498977-Quels-services-adapt%C3%A9s-sont-offerts-%C3%A0-mon-arriv%C3%A9e-%C3%A0-YUL", "title": "Quels services adaptés sont offerts à mon arrivée à YUL? – Aéroport International Montréal-Trudeau", "time_published": "2026-05-15T16:09:18Z" }, { "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/360004551397-Are-there-play-areas-at-YUL", "title": "Are there play areas at YUL? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport", "time_published": "2026-03-17T20:00:12Z" }, { "url": "https://www.admtl.com/", "title": "Aéroport International Montréal Trudeau | Aéroports de Montréal", "favicon": "https://www.admtl.com/sfsites/c/cms/delivery/media/MCFRHK6ZT6YVCYLM4WTOBRPPXLLU?width=180&height=180" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montr%C3%A9al%E2%80%93Trudeau_International_Airport", "title": "Montréal–Trudeau International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-05T03:51:12Z" } ] }, "q16": { "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the New York City and Montréal airports?", "answer": "JFK provides wheelchair assistance, guided help, and TSA Cares screening support, which should be requested at least 72 hours in advance through your airline or the TSA Cares form, and accessible restrooms plus service animal relief areas are available throughout the airport. YUL Montréal-Trudeau offers electric carts, reserved security lines, accessible public transit, and wheelchair-accessible facilities, with accompaniment for autistic travelers available via a form two weeks before departure or by calling 514-420-5030. Children's play areas are not explicitly listed in the available data for either airport, though both airports provide family-oriented services like YUL's Pet Squad program.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://jfkairport.com/at-airport/accessibility-services", "title": "Accessibility Services - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://jfkairport.com/explore-jfk/accessibility-services", "title": "Accessibility Services - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://www.jfkairport.com/contact-us", "title": "Contact Us - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://www.jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://www.jfkairport.com/frequently-asked-questions", "title": "Frequently Asked Questions - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://www.jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://panynj.gov/port-authority/en/Accessibility.html", "title": "Accessibility" }, { "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/360005498977-What-accessible-services-are-available-upon-my-arrival-at-YUL", "title": "What accessible services are available upon my arrival at YUL? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport", "time_published": "2026-03-19T16:26:51Z" }, { "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/360005184317-What-accessible-services-are-offered-when-departing-from-YUL", "title": "What accessible services are offered when departing from YUL? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport", "time_published": "2026-03-19T15:32:41Z" }, { "url": "http://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/fr-ca/articles/360005498977-Quels-services-adapt%C3%A9s-sont-offerts-%C3%A0-mon-arriv%C3%A9e-%C3%A0-YUL", "title": "Quels services adaptés sont offerts à mon arrivée à YUL? – Aéroport International Montréal-Trudeau", "time_published": "2026-05-15T16:09:18Z" }, { "url": "https://www.admtl.com/en-CA/", "title": "Montréal Trudeau International Airport | Aéroports de Montréal", "favicon": "https://www.admtl.com/en-CA/sfsites/c/cms/delivery/media/MCFRHK6ZT6YVCYLM4WTOBRPPXLLU?width=180&height=180" }, { "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/27951453235101-Do-you-offer-accompaniment-services-at-YUL", "title": "Do you offer accompaniment services at YUL? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport", "time_published": "2026-03-19T16:28:29Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from New York City to Montréal?", "answer": "Air Canada operates the nonstop route from New York City to Montréal using Embraer E175 aircraft. No other carriers are listed for this route.", "methodology": "Aircraft types come 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). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "flight_schedule" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from New York City?", "answer": "When departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport, travelers have access to a wide range of lounges, including the Aer Lingus Lounge, Air India Maharaja Lounge, AirFrance Lounge, American Airlines Admirals Club, American Express Centurion Lounge, JetBlue's BlueHouse, Capital One Lounge, Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club with Etihad Airways, Chelsea Lounge, Delta One Lounge, and Delta Sky Club. The American Express Centurion Lounge offers chef-curated dining, a full-service coffee bar, and a hidden speakeasy for Platinum, Delta SkyMiles Reserve, and Centurion Card members, while the Delta One Lounge is reserved exclusively for Delta One travelers and features a spa and full-service brasserie. JetBlue's BlueHouse welcomes eligible travelers with two levels of space, two bars, and fresh food, with complimentary access for TrueBlue Mosaic 4 members, JetBlue Premier Cardmembers, and JetBlue transatlantic Mint customers. The Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club with Etihad Airways provides made-to-order dining, signature cocktails, and premium wellness amenities including shower suites and prayer rooms. Additional options include the Lufthansa Senator and Business Lounges, Turkish Airlines Lounge New York, Korean Air KAL Business Class Lounge, Primeclass Lounge, HelloSky Lounge, Minute Suites, and Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.jfkairport.com/dine-shop-relax/lounge-and-rest", "title": "Relaxation and Lounges - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://www.jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://aa.com/i18n/travel-info/clubs/joint-premium-lounges.jsp", "title": "Joint premium lounges at JFK Airport | American Airlines", "favicon": "https://aa.com/content/images/chrome/rebrand/favicon.png" }, { "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/airport-guides/new-york-ny-jfk-international", "title": "JFK Airport Guide | JFK Terminals, Transport & Facilities | Priority Pass", "favicon": "https://prioritypass.com/icon.png?a4ff481221414a5c" }, { "url": "https://www.delta.com/us/en/airports/united-states/new-york-city-sky-club-jfk-airport-map", "title": "John F. 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Standard economy fares typically include one free checked bag and a carry-on, while premium cabins offer more generous allowances." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from New York City to Montréal?", "answer": "On the JFK–Montréal route, airlines typically offer Economy and Business class with standard recliner seats; flat‑bed Business is not common, and Premium Economy is generally unavailable." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and premium-cabin tickets often allow same-day changes or standby, but basic economy fares typically do not." } } } }