Flying from Dallas to LaGuardia Airport (LGA): What you need to know
Your adventure begins at one of Dallas's main airports, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL). Explore your options for booking a flight from Dallas to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) taking off from either of these bases.
3 hours 30 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Dallas to LaGuardia Airport flight.
LaGuardia Airport is located in New York. The city runs on the UTC-4 timezone and is one hour ahead of Dallas.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is the most popular route. There are 132 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with American Airlines at 8pm. Choose the first DFW to LGA departure with Delta Air Lines at 6am if you'd rather get going earlier.
Your flight from Dallas to LGA won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
In high season, expect longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Dallas to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) leave from this terminal.
You'll have your choice of airlines that operate direct flights from Dallas to LaGuardia Airport departing from DFW. Get on board with any of these:
The preferred airline for passengers flying between DFW and LGA is American Airlines.
Among carriers on this route, Delta Air Lines leads the way for on-time arrivals.
DFW is around 32 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Planning to catch an early flight from Dallas to LaGuardia Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, data shows 73.22% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
DFW's address is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
Think about setting out from Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL). You can book a direct Dallas to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) plane ticket from this popular hub.
Board your direct flight from Dallas to LGA with Southwest Airlines. This is one of the top carriers operating this route out of DAL.
On the DAL to LGA route, Southwest Airlines is the go-to airline for most travellers on this route.
Southwest Airlines is the most reliable carrier flying from Dallas Love Field Airport to LaGuardia Airport, with 71.26% of its services arriving on schedule.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Dallas to DAL in about 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Dallas to LGA flight, stay in one of these hotels near Dallas Love Field Airport:
Dallas Love Field Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.03%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
The street address for DAL is 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dallas to LaGuardia Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near LGA instead:
Pick up a LaGuardia Airport rental car and discover New York and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Dallas to LaGuardia Airport flight.
LGA is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
Getting from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to central New York
LaGuardia Airport is around 13 kilometres from central New York. The time it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
At the moment, 29 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to LaGuardia Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 57 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Dallas to LGA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Dallas to LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Visit New York in February for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Dallas to LGA plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Dallas to LaGuardia Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about New York
After booking your flight from Dallas to LaGuardia Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty are top attractions which should feature on any good New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
New York has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. Around 145 kilometres south-west of New York, a trip to Philadelphia will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in the United States, head for Baltimore, roughly 290 kilometres south-west of New York. Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place are highlights.