Roanoke to New York (ROA–LGA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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ROA–LGA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 405 miles in approximately 1h 26m. Beyond nonstop, 22 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 14 | E70, E75 | 1h42-1h45 | – | Oneworld | – |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 9 | CR9, E75 | 1h26-1h38 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New York from Roanoke
| Metric | ROA→LGA | GSO→LGA | CHO→LGA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ROA | – | 85 mi | 100 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 23 | 93 | 46 |
| Flight time | 1h 26m | 1h 25m | 1h 26m |
Travel Essentials
ROA: EDT · LGA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Roanoke, it's 6:00 PM in New York.
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.
ROA–LGA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ROA to LGA
Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and Delta Air Lines. With 23 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
ROA to LGA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ROA to LGA ranges from 1 hours 26 minutes to 1 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 405 miles (652 km). There are approximately 23 weekly flights outbound and 22 return, totaling 45 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
22 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via PHL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Greensboro (GSO), Charlottesville (CHO) and Raleigh/Durham (RDU).