Nearest Airport to New York City, US
LaGuardia Airport
New York, US
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the nearest airport to New York City?
The closest airport to New York City is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), located approximately 13 km away. Estimated driving time is 14 min.
How far is LGA airport from New York City?
LaGuardia Airport is 13 km (straight-line) from New York City, with an estimated road distance of 18 km.
How do I get from LGA to New York City?
From LaGuardia Airport airport you can reach New York City by private transfer, taxi, or rental car. Driving time is approximately 14 min. Book a fixed-price transfer via Transferhood.
Are there alternative airports near New York City?
Yes. Alternative airports include Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR, 14 km) and Teterboro Airport (TEB, 16 km).
Which airports serve New York City?
New York City is served by 12 nearby domestic airports, the closest being LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 13 km away.
How much does it cost to get from LGA to New York City?
A fixed-price private transfer from LaGuardia Airport to New York City is typically the most predictable option and can be booked in advance via Transferhood. A metered taxi fare varies with traffic, and a rental car costs from around €25/day plus roughly €1 in fuel for the 18 km drive.
Nearest airport to New York City
The nearest airport to New York City is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), approximately 13 km away as the crow flies, or about 18 km by road. Driving from LGA to New York City takes around 14 min under normal traffic conditions. The airports serving New York City are primarily domestic, so most travelers will connect through a larger international hub first.
Once you land at LaGuardia Airport, the most common ways to reach New York City are a pre-booked private transfer, a metered taxi, or a rental car. A fixed-price transfer is usually the most predictable option for the 18 km trip and can be booked in advance via Transferhood, while a rental car costs from around €25/day plus roughly €1 in fuel. See the full transfer cost breakdown for exact pricing.
If LaGuardia Airport doesn't suit your itinerary, New York City has 11 other nearby airports worth checking. Compare them all on our alternative airports page, or use compare airports to weigh distance, drive time and cost side by side.