Travelling from Toronto to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Toronto to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) are the two main airports in Toronto.
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Toronto to New York LaGuardia Airport flight.
Toronto and New York (where New York LaGuardia Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you arrive.
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is the most popular route. There are 170 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Air Canada at 9pm. Go for the first YYZ to LGA departure operated by Delta Air Lines at 6:14am if you want to get going earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Toronto to LGA. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Get there in one go from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Nonstop flights from Toronto to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are available from here.
Well-known carriers that have direct flights from Toronto to New York LaGuardia Airport out of YYZ include:
The top choice among passengers flying between YYZ and LGA is Air Canada.
Among carriers on this route, Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd leads the way for on-time arrivals.
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Toronto Pearson International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Toronto to New York LaGuardia Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Toronto Pearson International Airport, 68% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Planning to catch a flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)? Direct Toronto to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) plane tickets are available from here.
Air Canada has direct flights from Toronto to LGA leaving from YTZ. Book your favourite seat and reach your destination in a single hop.
Air Canada is the most popular choice for passengers flying from YTZ to LGA.
You can get to YTZ from the centre of Toronto in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
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When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 70%.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
YHM is around 72 kilometres from central Toronto. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Toronto to New York LaGuardia Airport flight:
Flights that depart from YHM arrive at their final stop on schedule 68% of the time.
About New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto to New York LaGuardia Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near LGA:
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Toronto to New York LaGuardia Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
LGA is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
Getting from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to central New York
New York LaGuardia Airport is around 13 kilometres from the centre of New York. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
$155 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Toronto to New York LaGuardia Airport. Return flights start at $255. These fares may change based on availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Toronto to LGA. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Toronto to New York LaGuardia Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Toronto to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Plan your visit to New York in January if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Toronto to LGA plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Toronto to New York LaGuardia Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in New York right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Toronto to New York LaGuardia Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art are major attractions which should be on every New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
New York has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 145 kilometres southwest of New York, a trip to Philadelphia will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in the United States, head for Baltimore, roughly 290 kilometres southwest of New York. National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place are highlights.