Newark to New York (EWR–LGA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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.
EWR–LGA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 17 miles in approximately 0h 29m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 1 | – | – | Star Alliance | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Newark
| Metric | EWR→LGA | TEB→LGA | JFK→LGA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 13 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 0h 29m | – | 0h 49m |
| Departure OTP | 61% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · LGA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 6:00 PM in New York.
NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.
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.
EWR–LGA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to LGA
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
EWR to LGA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to LGA is about 0 hours 29 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 17 miles (27 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Ronald Reagan Washington National, Boston Logan and Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), New York (JFK) and White Plains (HPN).