Philadelphia to New York (PHL–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.
PHL–LGA is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 95 miles in approximately 2h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 1 | – | – | Oneworld | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 1 | – | 2h45 | Star Alliance | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Philadelphia
| Metric | PHL→LGA | ILG→LGA | ABE→LGA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PHL | – | 24 mi | 55 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | – | – |
| Flight time | 2h 45m | 0h 27m | 0h 26m |
| Departure OTP | 70% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
PHL: EDT · LGA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Philadelphia, it's 6:00 PM in New York.
SEPTA Airport Line rail runs from Center City Philadelphia (30th Street, Suburban, Jefferson, and Market East stations) to the airport in 25–30 minutes ($8 each way). Trains run every 30 minutes from about 5am to midnight. I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway) and I-95 are both frequently congested, making the train a consistent choice for anyone based near a SEPTA station.
Ride-shares from Center City cost $20–35 and take 20–40 minutes. Taxis are metered and slightly more.
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.
PHL–LGA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PHL to LGA
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PHL to LGA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PHL to LGA is about 2 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 95 miles (154 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Washington Dulles, Ronald Reagan Washington National and Boston Logan. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Wilmington (ILG), Allentown/Bethlehem (ABE) and Newark (EWR).