Charleston to New York (CHS–LGA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
CHS–LGA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 642 miles in approximately 2h 6m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 35 | E70 | 1h55-2h10 | Oneworld | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: WS | 29 | 223, BCS3, CR9, E75S | 2h-2h09 | SkyTeam | WS | |
| UA United Airlines | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Charleston
| Metric | CHS→LGA | HHH→LGA | MYR→LGA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CHS | – | 60 mi | 84 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 87 | 7 | 16 |
| Flight time | 2h 6m | 2h | 1h 40m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
CHS: EDT · LGA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Charleston, 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.
CHS–LGA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CHS to LGA
Charleston International Airport (CHS) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. With 87 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CHS to LGA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CHS to LGA is about 2 hours 6 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 642 miles (1,033 km). There are approximately 87 weekly flights outbound and 76 return, totaling 163 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Norfolk, Charlotte Douglas and Washington Dulles. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hilton Head Island (HHH), Myrtle Beach (MYR) and Savannah (SAV).