Toronto to New York (YYZ–LGA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
YYZ–LGA is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 356 miles in approximately 1h 36m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 101 | 223, 320, 321, BCS3, CR9, E75, E75S | 1h29-1h36 | Star Alliance | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 42 | 320, 321, BCS3, CR9, E75 | 1h34-1h36 | Star Alliance | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: WS | 39 | CR9 | 1h38-1h55 | SkyTeam | WS | |
| AA American Airlines | 34 | E70, E75 | 1h38-1h43 | Oneworld | – | |
| PD Porter Airlines Also: TS | 21 | 295, E295 | 1h31-1h35 | – | TS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Toronto
| Metric | YYZ→LGA | YTZ→LGA | BUF→LGA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YYZ | – | 12 mi | 68 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 297 | 28 | 75 |
| Flight time | 1h 36m | 1h 27m | 1h 5m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YYZ: EDT · LGA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Toronto, it's 6:00 PM in New York.
Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.
The UP Express train runs from Union Station (downtown Toronto) to Terminal 1 in 25 minutes (CAD $12.35). Trains depart every 15 minutes during peak hours, every 30 minutes off-peak and overnight. Highway 427 and the 401 are heavily congested during rush hours.
Taxis and ride-hail from downtown cost CAD $50–70 and take 25–60 minutes depending on traffic. MiWay and Brampton Transit buses serve the airport from the western suburbs. Long-term parking is available in the Viscount Road lots with free shuttle service.
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.
YYZ–LGA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Toronto to New York LaGuardia Flights
YYZ-LGA covers 350 miles in about 1 hour 40 minutes of block time. Air Canada, United, and American combine for 7 to 11 daily nonstops on one of the busiest Canada-U.S. transborder routes. The market is driven by financial services, media, and corporate traffic between two of North America's largest business centers. U.S. preclearance at Toronto Pearson means passengers arrive at LGA as domestic arrivals and walk straight out.
LaGuardia sits in northern Queens, 8 miles from Midtown Manhattan. The recently rebuilt Terminal B has improved the passenger experience significantly. Taxi and rideshare to Midtown take 30 to 50 minutes depending on traffic. The M60 SBS bus connects to subway lines at 125th Street. Toronto Pearson is Canada's busiest airport, with Air Canada offering connections to every Canadian province and international destinations across Star Alliance. Business travelers value LGA for its Manhattan proximity over JFK and Newark.