New York to New York (JFK–LGA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JFK–LGA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, American Airlines and JetBlue lead the route. The flight covers 11 miles in approximately 0h 49m. Beyond nonstop, 98 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines | 3 | – | 0h57-4h15 | SkyTeam | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 2 | – | 0h49-2h55 | Oneworld | – | |
| B6 JetBlue | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New York from New York
| Metric | JFK→LGA | TEB→LGA | EWR→LGA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 21 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 5 | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 0h 49m | 0h 38m | 2h |
| Departure OTP | 90% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · LGA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 6:00 PM in New York.
The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.
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.
JFK–LGA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to LGA
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, JetBlue and Delta Air Lines. With 5 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
JFK to LGA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to LGA ranges from 0 hours 49 minutes to 4 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 11 miles (17 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
98 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via HPN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), Newark (EWR) and White Plains (HPN).