Dulles to New York (IAD–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.
IAD–LGA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 228 miles in approximately 1h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AV | 43 | E75L, E7W | 1h20-1h30 | Star Alliance | AV | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 1 | – | 1h23 | SkyTeam | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Dulles
| Metric | IAD→LGA | DCA→LGA | BWI→LGA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAD | – | 23 mi | 45 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 4 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 58 | 144 | 1 |
| Flight time | 1h 25m | 1h 9m | 1h 8m |
| Departure OTP | 82% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAD: EDT · LGA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Dulles, it's 6:00 PM in New York.
WMATA Silver Line Metro now reaches Dulles directly; take Silver Line to Washington Dulles Airport station (about 65 min from Metro Center, ~$7). The connection opened in late 2022.Ride-shares from downtown DC run $35–60 and take 35–50 minutes via I-66 (longer during peak hours). Washington Flyer coach to Wiehle-Reston East Metro costs $6. The airport is 27 miles from downtown; taxis are expensive ($60–80).
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.
IAD–LGA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAD to LGA
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and American Airlines. With 58 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAD to LGA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAD to LGA is about 1 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 228 miles (367 km). There are approximately 58 weekly flights outbound and 78 return, totaling 136 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Richmond, Pittsburgh and Charlottesville Albemarle. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Washington (DCA), Baltimore (BWI) and Charlottesville (CHO).