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Cheapest round-trip
$239
Typical prices: $300-$426
Porter Airlines
Tue 1/30Thu 2/1
YHZ - YUL • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$243
Typical prices: $306-$428
Porter Airlines
Sun 11/25Mon 11/26
YHZ - YUL • Non-stop
Advice from real travelers
In winter, Air Canada and Porter are the main options, with comparable fares.
At Halifax, allow extra time for security and pack snacks for weather delays.
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Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Air Canada and Porter Airlines. Average duration is 1h 58m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 83% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 11% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $330 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Halifax to Montreal (YHZ-YUL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Halifax to Montreal

Sat, Jan 30 - Mon, Feb 1
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9:25 am - 10:33 amYHZ  Halifax Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
2h 08mnonstop
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6:45 am - 9:27 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl
13h 42m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Orlando
$239Porter Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Nov 26
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9:25 am - 10:28 amYHZ  Halifax Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
2h 03mnonstop
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11:15 am - 1:58 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl
1h 43mnonstop
$243Porter Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Mon, Feb 1
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7:50 pm - 12:39 amYHZ  Halifax Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
5h 49m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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6:45 am - 9:27 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl
13h 42m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Orlando
$247Porter Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Fri, Dec 11
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6:05 am - 7:10 amYHZ  Halifax Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
2h 05mnonstop
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1:15 pm - 3:55 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl
1h 40mnonstop
$262Air Canada
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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5:10 am - 6:14 amYHZ  Halifax Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
2h 04mnonstop
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9:35 pm - 12:15 amYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl
1h 40mnonstop
$262Air Canada
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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5:10 am - 6:14 amYHZ  Halifax Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
2h 04mnonstop
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7:55 am - 10:35 amYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl
1h 40mnonstop
$262Air Canada
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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9:25 am - 10:28 amYHZ  Halifax Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
2h 03mnonstop
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11:25 am - 2:08 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl
1h 43mnonstop
$271Air Transat
Tue, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 20
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9:25 am - 10:28 amYHZ  Halifax Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
2h 03mnonstop
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11:15 am - 1:58 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl
1h 43mnonstop
$271Air Transat
Fri, Nov 27 - Sat, Nov 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:25 am - 10:28 amYHZ  Halifax Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
2h 03mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:15 am - 1:58 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl
1h 43mnonstop
$278Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 20
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7:50 pm - 12:32 amYHZ  Halifax Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
5h 42m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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11:15 am - 1:58 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl
1h 43mnonstop
$281Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport typically range from $300 to $426. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $239, on Porter Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 2% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport at $315 round-trip.
•December ($395) and May ($388) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 25% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Halifax to Montreal

 
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John Walton

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Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Key details for Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$121
Beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 30% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport

When to book flights from Halifax to Montreal

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Flights from Halifax to Montreal: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Halifax to Montreal 
Verified travelerFlew with Air Canada-Apr 2025
Check weather and bring snacks or buy at airport just in case
JasonFlew with Porter Airlines-Feb 2025
If leaving from Halifax, I always give at least 30-45 mins extra as I find security there extremely bad. In addition depending on the time of year there are less companies who fly in the off (winter) season. That leaves Air Canada and Porter. Their fares are comparable usually.

Your Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:10 am and lands at 7:08 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:00 pm and lands at 6:58 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 58m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long is a flight from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport takes 1h 58m, covering 500 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport range from $300 to $426, with an average of $355 over the past 12 months. Anything below $300 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 25% above the $355 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $330 round-trip via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ), compared to $360 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    Air Canada is the only airline operating Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flights. 83% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $29–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    The De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Porter Airlines and Air Transat. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 195 E2 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flights, with 60% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 20%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $239 to $1,092. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flights?

    Air Canada is the only airline on the Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $216, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport (YUL)?

    Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport (YUL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $52 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    Flights from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport usually depart from Halifax Intl (YHZ) and arrive at Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 52% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Island (YTZ) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Ottawa (YOW) - 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $339 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $365, a difference of $26.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Halifax and Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Air Canada
    • Porter Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    Flying via Ottawa (YOW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 07m, compared with 5h 20m via Toronto Island (YTZ) and 8h 29m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).

  • What is the time difference between Halifax and Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport is 1 hour behind Halifax (Eastern Time vs Atlantic Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport are Centre Bell, Vieux-Port de Montréal and Palais des congres de Montreal. These are among the most viewed places in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flights:

    • Porter Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • Air Canada: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Porter Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Canada: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Transat: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $339, about $26 less than Saturday fares (7% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 31% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Halifax to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport trip for August. Fares historically average $315 round-trip in that month - typically $80 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Toronto Pearson Intl Airport (YYZ) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $330 round-trip on this route - about $30 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport.

    • Sheraton Montreal Airport Hotel
    • Aloft Montreal Airport
    • Novotel Montréal Aéroport

Prefer to fly direct from Halifax to Montreal?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Halifax Intl Airport to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Halifax Intl to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Monday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Tuesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Wednesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Thursday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Friday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Saturday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Sunday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

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Direct returns

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl to Halifax Intl

Monday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Tuesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Wednesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Thursday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Friday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Saturday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Sunday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

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