Travelling from Atlanta to LaGuardia Airport (LGA): what you need to know
All exciting adventures kick off from Atlanta's main airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Check out the options for reserving a flight from Atlanta to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) leaving from this base.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 15 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Atlanta to LaGuardia Airport.
New York (where LaGuardia Airport is located) and Atlanta share the UTC-4 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
The most popular route is from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA), with 366 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ATL to LGA is the 05:47 Spirit Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 21:30 with Delta.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Atlanta to LGA.
If you're travelling during a popular month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during holiday periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Atlanta to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) leave from this terminal.
Direct flights from Atlanta to LaGuardia Airport are operated by a good selection of airlines at ATL. Book your journey with one of these:
The distance from central Atlanta to ATL is approximately 18 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Atlanta to LaGuardia Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
About LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Reserve a hotel near LGA if you have a late flight from Atlanta to LaGuardia Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to central New York
LaGuardia Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central New York. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 27 minutes.
It typically takes 58 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
28 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to LaGuardia Airport. Return flights start from 55 €. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
Book 8 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Atlanta to LGA.
You'll score the biggest savings on your tickets from Atlanta to LaGuardia Airport if you travel in May. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Atlanta to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Atlanta to LaGuardia Airport. July is the busiest month to visit New York. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for New York. The warmest month is July. Lock in your flights from Atlanta to LGA sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Atlanta to LaGuardia Airport in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in New York right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Atlanta to LaGuardia Airport:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just two of the leading attractions to add to your New York itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Empire State Building.
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