Columbia to New York (CAE–LGA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CAE–LGA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 617 miles in approximately 1h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 43 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 27 | E70, E75 | 2h-2h06 | Oneworld | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: WS | 13 | CR9 | 1h56-1h57 | SkyTeam | WS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New York from Columbia
| Metric | CAE→LGA | AGS→LGA | CLT→LGA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CAE | – | 62 mi | 89 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 8 |
| Weekly flights | 53 | – | 238 |
| Flight time | 1h 55m | 2h 1m | 1h 38m |
| Departure OTP | 51% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
CAE: EDT · LGA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Columbia, it's 6:00 PM in New York.
Taxis from LGA to Midtown Manhattan cost $30–45 (flat rates do not apply from LGA; metered). Ride-shares pickup is on the lower level; fares to Midtown typically $35–55. Allow 30–60 minutes off-peak, 60–90 minutes during rush hour.The M60 Select Bus ($2.90) connects to the subway at multiple points and takes 45–70 minutes to Manhattan. Q70 Select Bus connects to the 7/E/F/M/R trains at Jackson Heights for additional subway access. Note that LGA has no direct subway or rail link as of 2026.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. LGA is one of the most disruption-prone major US airports. A combination of weather (nor'easters, summer thunderstorms, winter ice) and congested airspace drives delays year-round. Summer (June–August) afternoon thunderstorms cause frequent ground delays and can back up the eastern seaboard for hours.
Winter (December–February) brings snow and freezing rain events, with −5–4°C averages. Nor'easters typically cause 1–2 significant cancellation events per season. Spring and autumn are the most operationally stable periods. Connections through LGA require buffer time to absorb accumulated delays.
CAE–LGA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAE to LGA
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and Delta Air Lines. With 53 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CAE to LGA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAE to LGA ranges from 1 hours 55 minutes to 2 hours 6 minutes. The route covers a distance of 617 miles (994 km). There are approximately 53 weekly flights outbound and 40 return, totaling 93 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
43 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via RIC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Augusta (AGS), Charlotte (CLT) and Greenville/Greer/Spartanburg (GSP).