Plattsburgh, NY to Montréal-Trudeau Airport (YUL): Quick Answer
Burlington VT Taxi Ride offers a private, fixed-rate taxi from Plattsburgh, New York to Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), available 24/7. The trip is about 65 miles and typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes plus border wait, crossing at Champlain, NY / Lacolle, QC.
- Distance
- ~65 miles (105 km)
- Drive time
- ~1 hr 15 min, plus border wait
- Border crossing
- Champlain, NY / Lacolle, QC
- Availability
- 24/7, early-morning flights welcome
- Pricing
- Fixed rate, confirmed before booking
- Vehicle
- Toyota Sienna, up to 7 passengers
Plattsburgh is the closest US city to Montréal, and YUL offers far more flights and destinations than Plattsburgh International (PBG). Students at SUNY Plattsburgh and Clinton Community College, snowbirds, and business travellers all use us for a straight run to YUL.
We pick you up anywhere in Plattsburgh, Peru, Champlain, Keeseville or the surrounding North Country, handle the border route, and drop you at departures with time to spare.
How It Works
- 1Tell us your YUL flight time and Plattsburgh pickup address.
- 2We confirm a fixed rate and set a pickup time with a border buffer.
- 3Your driver collects you at your door and crosses at Champlain–Lacolle.
- 4You arrive at the YUL departures curb with luggage help.
Popular Pickups & Drop-offs
Plattsburgh, NY
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YUL Departures
SUNY Plattsburgh campus
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Champlain, NY
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Peru / Keeseville, NY
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YUL Departures
Border Crossing Tips
- Carry a valid passport, passport card, NEXUS card, or enhanced driver's license for every passenger.
- Minors travelling without both parents may need a notarized consent letter.
- Border waits vary, so we add a buffer to every airport and appointment transfer.
- Answer border officers directly and honestly, and keep documents within reach.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Plattsburgh, NY from Montreal Airport?
About 65 miles. The drive usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes before border wait times.
Is there a taxi from Plattsburgh to Montreal Airport (YUL)?
Yes. Burlington VT Taxi Ride provides private, fixed-rate taxi service from Plattsburgh to YUL 24/7.
Which border crossing do you use from Plattsburgh?
Normally Champlain, NY / Lacolle, QC (Route 87 / Autoroute 15), the fastest route to YUL. Your driver may choose another crossing if wait times are shorter.
What documents do I need?
Every passenger needs a valid passport, passport card, NEXUS card, or enhanced driver's license (EDL). Minors travelling without both parents may need a signed consent letter. Passengers are responsible for their own travel documents.
Can you take me from Plattsburgh to Montreal for an early-morning flight?
Yes. We run 24/7, including pre-dawn pickups for early YUL departures. Book the day before if you can.
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