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 San Diego (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 12m on average. If you fly from Los Angeles (another popular airport in California) to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 5h 13m.

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

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from California to New York LaGuardia

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 31% 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.

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

As of May 2026, there are 27 flights per week flying from California to New York LaGuardia Airport. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 26% of flights taking off on this day.

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There are 9 operators available for flights from California to New York LaGuardia Airport as of May 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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LAS

LGA

16h 39m

1 stop

6:25 am - 12:32 pm

LGA

LAS

9h 07m

1 stop

$242Frontier

Wed, Aug 26 - Sun, Aug 30

6:45 am - 8:57 pm

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LGA

11h 12m

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6:25 am - 12:32 pm

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9h 07m

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Thu, Aug 13 - Sat, Aug 22

5:15 am - 5:00 pm

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LGA

8h 45m

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4:25 pm - 9:40 pm

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SMF

8h 15m

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$257Southwest

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1:05 pm - 10:50 pm

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LGA

6h 45m

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15h 30m

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8h 20m

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11h 22m

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SJC

10h 09m

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9h 04m

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6:01 pm - 11:32 pm

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LGA

8h 33m

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10:00 am - 3:10 pm

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SMF

8h 10m

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$284United Airlines

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Aug 26

SJC6:30 amSan Jose

8h 20m

1 stop

LGA5:50 pmNew York LaGuardia

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LGA9:00 amNew York LaGuardia

11h 22m

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SJC5:22 pmSan Jose

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SJC6:30 amSan Jose

10h 06m

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LGA7:36 pmNew York LaGuardia

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LGA9:00 amNew York LaGuardia

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SMF6:15 amSacramento Intl

9h 45m

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LGA4:00 pmNew York LaGuardia

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SMF10:57 pmSacramento Intl

$278

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Sep 30

SMF11:45 amSacramento Intl

8h 53m

1 stop

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LGA5:01 pmNew York LaGuardia

9h 31m

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SMF11:32 pmSacramento Intl

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May 27

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7h 49m

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7h 31m

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May 24

SJC6:00 amSan Jose

9h 04m

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LGA3:00 pmNew York LaGuardia

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1 stop8h 10m

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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 January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $96, 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 January, then you should wait until February to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $99.

What is the cheapest California to New York LaGuardia flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from California 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 $343 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 $297 on momondo.

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There are 9 operators available for flights from California to New York LaGuardia Airport as of May 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 $121	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,952 reviews	Search Frontier flights
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