How long does it take to fly to New York LaGuardia Airport?

The flight from California to New York LaGuardia Airport depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Los Angeles (a popular airport in California) to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (the most popular airport in New York LaGuardia Airport), then the flight time is 5h 03m on average. If you fly from San Diego (another popular airport in California) to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 5h 10m.

How many flights depart from California to New York LaGuardia Airport on average per week?

As of February 2026, there are 15 flights per week flying from California to New York LaGuardia Airport. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to New York LaGuardia Airport?

American Airlines, Southwest and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York LaGuardia Airport from California according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to New York LaGuardia Airport. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to New York LaGuardia Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to New York LaGuardia?

Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from California to New York LaGuardia

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There are 9 operators available for flights from California to New York LaGuardia Airport as of February 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to New York LaGuardia Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to New York LaGuardia Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York LaGuardia Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to New York LaGuardia Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at New York LaGuardia Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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9h 09m

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$142Spirit Airlines

Mon, Apr 27 - Tue, May 5

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10h 46m

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10h 42m

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2:00 pm - 9:33 pm

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10h 33m

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$262Delta

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Mar 3

LAS11:58 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

13h 01m

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LGA3:59 pmNew York LaGuardia

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LGA12:30 pmNew York LaGuardia

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11h 05m

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7h 41m

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7h 26m

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2:00 pm-9:33 pm

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York LaGuardia Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to New York LaGuardia Airport from California is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $286, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit New York LaGuardia Airport in October, then you should wait until January to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $295.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New York LaGuardia Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York LaGuardia Airport from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York LaGuardia Airport for around $332 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York LaGuardia Airport from California for as low as $291 on momondo.

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There are 9 operators available for flights from California to New York LaGuardia Airport as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to New York LaGuardia Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to New York LaGuardia Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York LaGuardia Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to New York LaGuardia Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at New York LaGuardia Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from California to New York LaGuardia Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from California to New York LaGuardia Airport is Airbus A330-200, representing 50.00% of all bookings. The subsequent popular model is Airbus A330-300 at 50.00%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $99	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,052 reviews	Search Frontier flights
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