Traveling from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for around 2 hours 26 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Jacksonville International Airport to LaGuardia Airport. New York and Jacksonville share the same timezone (UTC-4).
You can choose from 259 weekly flights from Jacksonville International Airport to LaGuardia Airport. The 06:00 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest flight you can take from JAX to LGA. Delta Air Lines operates the latest service of the day at 19:59 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like July? Popular seasons (like spring break, summer and New Year) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Visiting New York (and exploring more of United States!) is straightforward with Delta Air Lines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Jacksonville International Airport to LaGuardia Airport.
We make it a piece of cake to get a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Jacksonville International Airport to LaGuardia Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between JAX and LGA include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Ronald Reagan National Airport
Norfolk International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
C$104 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Jacksonville International Airport to LaGuardia Airport. Return flights start from C$209. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To secure cheap flight tickets from JAX to LGA, reserve your trip 9 months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Jacksonville International Airport to LaGuardia Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
The journey from central Jacksonville to Jacksonville International Airport takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 17 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to LaGuardia Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to JAX:
Arriving at LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Book a hotel close to LGA if you're on a late flight from Jacksonville International Airport to LaGuardia Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to central New York
LaGuardia Airport to central New York is about 27 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
Traveling on public transport takes roughly 58 minutes.
When to fly to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The quietest month for a flight from Jacksonville International Airport to LaGuardia Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to New York based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Jacksonville International Airport to LaGuardia Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from JAX to LGA sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about New York
As soon as you've booked your flights from JAX to LGA, you'll need to find a place to stay in New York. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are popular attractions which should be on every New York itinerary.
Complete your New York trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to LaGuardia Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your New York escape.