Philadelphia to New York (PHL–LGA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PHL–LGA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 95 miles in approximately 0h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 121 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New York from Philadelphia
| Metric | PHL→LGA | ILG→LGA | ABE→LGA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PHL | – | 24 mi | 55 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | – | – |
| Flight time | 0h 25m | 0h 27m | 0h 26m |
| Departure OTP | 83% | – | – |
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, 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 ranges from 0 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 95 miles (154 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
121 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via PNE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Wilmington (ILG), Allentown/Bethlehem (ABE) and Newark (EWR).