Van Nuys to New York (VNY–LGA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Van Nuys to New York
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 2,461 mi 4h 29m nonstop +3h ahead 93 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between VNY and LGA, connecting options are available through 93 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for VNY to LGA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
93
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~19h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
409
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach New York from Van Nuys

Nearby airports with service to LaGuardia Airport.
Metric VNY→LGA LAX→LGA BFL→LGA
Distance from VNY – 19 mi 90 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2 1
Weekly flights 1 – 1
Flight time 4h 29m 6h 23m 4h 46m
Los Angeles (LAX) to New York flights · Bakersfield (BFL) to New York flights
Airports within 200 miles of VNY with service to LaGuardia Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
New York is 3 hours ahead of Van Nuys.
VNY: PDT · LGA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Van Nuys, it's 9:00 PM in New York.
Distance & Flight Time
2,461 mi / 3,960 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 29m.
Getting from LGA

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.

New York Climate

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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

VNY–LGA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Van Nuys to New York route.
Route details
Distance2,461 mi / 3,960 km
Flight time4h 29m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections93 hubs
Origin: VNY
Full nameVan Nuys Airport
IATA / ICAOVNY / KVNY
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Elevation802 ft / 244 m
Destination: LGA
Full nameLaGuardia Airport
IATA / ICAOLGA / KLGA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr33.4M
Elevation21 ft / 6 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about VNY to LGA flights.
Nonstop flights from Van Nuys Airport to LaGuardia Airport take approximately 4h 29m. The route covers 2,461 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from VNY to LGA.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SMF, MCI, AUS, APA, PTK, PWK, PHL, DPA, TEB, CID, ASE, LAS, MMU, PNE, NEW, PSP, PVD, MSN, BFL, MDW, PDK, IND, IAD, HPN, JAC, PIT, SLC, YHU, OMA, CVG, MRY, CMH, SJC, LEX, MSP, HSV, YYZ, MKE, SDF, TUL, TYS, STL, ROA, DAL, CLE, BED, MEM, RDU, GSO, SGR, AVL, BNA, HOU, CAE, CHS, BZN, ACK, AGS, YUL, JAX, ECP, ORD, SAV, MSY, EWR, FMY, PDX, MCO, ATL, HHH, IAH, APF, YYC, SUA, GRR, OPF, BOS, TPA, BCT, VRB, MVY, SRQ, SFO, FLL, JFK, NAS, PBI, DFW, RSW, MIA, BDA, SJU and LTN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
New York is 3 hours ahead of Van Nuys.
Yes, return flights from LGA to VNY are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include LAX and BFL. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from VNY to LGA

Van Nuys Airport (VNY) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

VNY to LGA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from VNY to LGA ranges from 4 hours 29 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,461 miles (3,960 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

93 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via SMF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Los Angeles (LAX) and Bakersfield (BFL).