Denver to New York (DEN–LGA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DEN–LGA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 1,616 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 81 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 66 | 737, 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 3h29-5h09 | – | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 48 | 7M8 | 2h55-4h41 | Star Alliance | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 28 | 223, 738, BCS3 | 3h01-3h54 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Denver
| Metric | DEN→LGA | EGE→LGA | ASE→LGA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DEN | – | 120 mi | 125 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 142 | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 55m | – | 3h 24m |
| Departure OTP | 0% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DEN: MDT · LGA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Denver, it's 8:00 PM in New York.
RTD A Line commuter rail runs from Denver Union Station to the airport (37 min, $10.50). Trains depart every 15 minutes during peak hours. The airport is 25 miles northeast of downtown; ride-shares cost $35–55 and take 30–45 minutes depending on I-70 traffic.Economy parking in lots 4–6 connects via free shuttle. Mountain shuttle services depart from Jeppesen Terminal's Ground Transportation level.
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.
DEN–LGA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DEN to LGA
Denver International Airport (DEN) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines. With 142 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DEN to LGA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DEN to LGA ranges from 2 hours 55 minutes to 5 hours 9 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,616 miles (2,600 km). There are approximately 142 weekly flights outbound and 143 return, totaling 285 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
81 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via TEB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Eagle (EGE) and Aspen (ASE).