Flying from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Montreal: what you need to know
Buffalo (the location of Buffalo Niagara International Airport) and Montreal share the same timezone — UTC-4.
To avoid missing your BUF to Montreal flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from BUF to Montreal. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Located around 8 miles from the centre of Buffalo, BUF can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Montreal? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near BUF:
When it comes to Buffalo Niagara International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.46% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find BUF at Genesee Street.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Montreal
£127 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Montreal flight. A return plane ticket starts from £390. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from BUF to Montreal, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Montreal ticket.
Locking in a cheap flight from BUF to Montreal is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a cheaper option becomes available.
Find a cheap flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Montreal with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 miles away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near YUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Montreal. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Follow your own route with a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and venture far and wide through Montreal and beyond.
Booking your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks before your flight from BUF to Montreal can help you secure the lowest rate.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Central Montreal is about 25 miles from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). Once your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Montreal has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to YHU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your BUF to Montreal flight:
Touch down, collect your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and drive away without missing a beat. Enterprise and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from YHU ahead of time so you can simply grab the keys and go.
Best time to go to Montreal
Before scheduling your flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Montreal, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Montreal offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Montreal plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from BUF to Montreal in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
More about Montreal
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Montreal right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Montreal:
Montreal Botanical Garden and Mount Royal Park are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Montreal itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored after you've seen Montreal. Around 310 miles away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Ottawa is another standout destination in Canada and is around 95 miles west of Montreal. No journey is complete without visiting Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.
