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LaGuardia Airport Guide

Terminals, minimum connection times, ground transport, parking, lounges, and layover advice for LaGuardia Airport (LGA), sourced from the airport or the operator that runs each service, with minimums from OAG data.

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  1. Map
  2. Terminals & connections
  3. Layover helper
  4. Security & TSA
  5. Lounges
  6. Amenities
  7. Ground transport
  8. Parking
  9. Can I leave?
  10. FAQ

Quick answer

  • Terminals: 3 terminals, not all airside-connected
  • Minimum connection time: 30 min domestic, 1 hr 30 min international to domestic
  • Arrive: Follow your airline's check-in deadline
  • Free WiFi: Yes · Showers: Yes

Map

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Terminals & connections

LaGuardia Airport has 3 terminals. Not all terminals are airside-connected, so changing terminals can mean exiting security and re-clearing TSA. LGA is primarily domestic. Terminals are linked by an airport-wide shuttle. LGA underwent full rebuild completed 2022.

Terminal A (Marine Air)

Closed to the public; no commercial flights. Spirit, its last airline tenant, ceased operations in May 2026.

Terminal B

7 airlines: Air Canada, American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue, Porter Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and more

Rebuilt (2022). Air Canada, American, Frontier, JetBlue, Porter, Southwest and United.

Terminal C

1 airline: Delta Air Lines

Delta hub (newly rebuilt 2022).

Minimum connection times

Domestic to domestic
30 min
Domestic to international
1 hr
International to domestic
1 hr 30 min
International to international
1 hr 30 min
Transfer system
Shuttle bus between terminals (landside)
Airside connected
No
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Layover helper

Find how long to plan for a connection at LGA: the official minimum connection time, plus a comfortable time of 30 minutes more, or 60 more when you clear customs or go through security again after a terminal change. Adjust trip type, terminal change, and checked-bag assumptions to match your itinerary.

Minimum connection at LGA

30min

Comfortable

60+ min

The shortest connection airlines usually sell here. Includes the walk between gates. Source: OAG

Comfortable is our guidance, not a rule.

Flying Delta both ways?Delta is a hub carrier here, with its own same-airline minimums
Both flights on Delta?
ConnectionDeltaAirportvs airport
Domestic → Domestic45'30'+15'
Domestic → International45'60'-15'
International → Domestic45'90'-45'
International → International90'90'0

Delta's same-airline minimums (OAG). Mixed-airline connections use the airport standard.

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Security & TSA

Security waits at LGA vary by time of day and checkpoint. We have not confirmed a standard arrival time published by LGA, so follow your airline's check-in and bag-drop deadlines. Check live LGA security wait times

TSA PreCheck
Available
CLEAR
Available
Global Entry
Not available

Lounges

2 notable lounges at LGA, including airline-branded clubs and third-party options accessible via Priority Pass or day-pass. Check your credit card benefits (Amex Platinum, Chase Sapphire Reserve, Capital One Venture X) before paying a day-pass fee.

Delta Sky Club (LGA)

Terminal C

Delta / SkyTeam

Access: Sky Club membership, Delta One

Amenities: Outdoor terrace, Showers

American Admirals Club

Terminal B

American / OneWorld

Access: Club membership

Amenities: Bar

Amenities

5 of 7 core amenities available at LGA: showers, free WiFi, nursing rooms, chapel, pet relief. Free WiFi quality is rated very good. Dining options span 1 terminal.

Showers

Available

Delta Sky Club, Admirals Club

Sleep pods

Not available

WiFi

Free (very good)

Free high-speed WiFi; LGA rebuild included premium network.

Nursing rooms

Available

All terminals

Chapel

Available

Terminal B

Pet relief areas

Available

Pet relief areas

Dining highlights

Terminal B: Shake Shack, Kingside

Ground transport to New York

No official source we checked publishes a ride time from LGA to downtown New York.

OptionCostTime
MTA Q70 + Subway
Bus
Free Q70 to Jackson Heights (E/F/M/R/7 subway); the $3 is the subway fare.
$3Varies
Uber/Lyft
Rideshare
VariesVaries
NYC Taxi metered
Taxi
Estimated metered fares to Manhattan destinations; tips, tolls and congestion pricing are extra.
$24-$57Varies

Parking

LGA on-airport parking is $80/day. Official drive-up 24-hour maximums from laguardiaairport.com: Terminal A $75, Terminal B $80, Terminal C $89 (Terminal B is shown as the representative short-term rate). LGA has no long-term drive-up lot; the only cheaper option is Prepaid Economy (~$40/day, reservation-only). Pre-booking drops rates to roughly $50-60.

Short-term
$80/day
Long-term
Varies
Economy
Not published
Valet
Not published

Can I leave LGA during a layover?

With a 3-hour layover, stay inside LGA. With 6+ hours, you have time to see part of New York.

With 4+ hours, a quick Midtown or Astoria visit is feasible by the Q70 bus and subway or a rideshare.

Overnight layover hotels

  • LaGuardia Plaza
    5-min shuttle
    $$

Frequently asked questions

How early should I arrive at LGA?

We have not confirmed a standard arrival time published by LaGuardia Airport, so follow your airline's check-in and bag-drop deadlines. Security waits vary by time of day and checkpoint, so add buffer at busy times.

What is the minimum connection time at LGA?

LGA requires at least 30 minutes for domestic-to-domestic connections and 90 minutes for international-to-domestic connections. LGA terminals are not all airside-connected, so changing terminals can mean re-clearing security. Transfer system: Shuttle bus between terminals (landside).

How long does it take to get between terminals at LGA?

We have no officially published terminal-to-terminal transfer time for LGA, so plan around the minimum connection time and add time for the terminal change.

Can I leave LGA during a 6-hour layover?

With 3 hours you should stay inside LGA. A 6-hour layover is enough to leave the airport briefly. With 4+ hours, a quick Midtown or Astoria visit is feasible by the Q70 bus and subway or a rideshare.

Does LGA have showers?

Yes, LGA has showers at Delta Sky Club, Admirals Club.

Does LGA have sleep pods?

LGA does not have dedicated sleep pods. Check premium airline lounges for quiet rooms.

Is WiFi free at LGA?

Yes. LGA offers free WiFi throughout the airport. Free high-speed WiFi; LGA rebuild included premium network.

What is the cheapest way to get from LGA to New York?

The cheapest option is typically MTA Q70 + Subway at $3, taking a variable amount of time. Free Q70 to Jackson Heights (E/F/M/R/7 subway); the $3 is the subway fare.

Is there TSA PreCheck and CLEAR at LGA?

LGA supports TSA PreCheck and has CLEAR lanes. Security waits vary by time of day and checkpoint, and LGA posts live wait times on its website.

Where should I eat at LGA during a layover?

Notable dining at LGA includes Shake Shack (Terminal B), Kingside (Terminal B).

How much does parking cost at LGA?

LGA parking rates: $80/day short-term. Official drive-up 24-hour maximums from laguardiaairport.com: Terminal A $75, Terminal B $80, Terminal C $89 (Terminal B is shown as the representative short-term rate). LGA has no long-term drive-up lot; the only cheaper option is Prepaid Economy (~$40/day, reservation-only). Pre-booking drops rates to roughly $50-60.

Is there a hotel at LGA for overnight layovers?

The closest option is LaGuardia Plaza (5-min shuttle, $$). Budget time for the shuttle or rideshare in your overnight plan.

Which terminal does my airline use at LGA?

LGA has 3 terminals. Major airline assignments: Terminal B: Air Canada, American Airlines, Frontier Airlines; Terminal C: Delta Air Lines. Confirm with your boarding pass before arrival since a few airlines operate from multiple terminals depending on route.

Are there pet relief areas at LGA?

Yes. Pet relief areas.

Can I cruise from New York?

Yes. Cruise ports within 100 miles of LGA: Cape Liberty Cruise Port (14 mi). See our cruise port guides for sailing lines, parking, and embarkation details.

Is there a chapel or prayer room at LGA?

Yes. Terminal B.

Compare LGA to other airports

See how LGA ranks against the other 111 airports in our dataset.

Best for layoversLGA is workable for 6h+ layoversWith sleep podsSee which airports offer capsule hotels and nap roomsShortest MCTLGA dom-to-dom: 30 min · intl-to-dom: 1 hr 30 min

Airlines operating at LGA

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Pack for your New York trip

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Cruise ports near LGA

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Sources & verification

Connection times, security, ground transport and parking verified Oct 2026 against the sources above. Amenities, lounges and nearby hotels without a listed source are not yet verified. Always confirm with LaGuardia Airport before flying.

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