Travelling from Glasgow to LaGuardia Airport (LGA): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by working out where you'll catch your flight from Glasgow to LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the main airports in Glasgow.
LaGuardia Airport is located in New York. The city runs on the UTC-4 timezone and is four hours behind Glasgow.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Glasgow to LGA. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Glasgow to LGA even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is an option when flying out of Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Glasgow International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow to LaGuardia Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% land on time at their destination.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in about 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your Glasgow to LGA flight:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance of 76.7%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on time.
About LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Have a late flight from Glasgow to LaGuardia Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near LGA and shut your eyes sooner:
Pick up a LaGuardia Airport rental car and explore New York and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around two weeks before your Glasgow to LaGuardia Airport flight.
LGA is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
Getting from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to central New York
The centre of New York is roughly 13 kilometres from LaGuardia Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before you go.
It'll take around 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Right now, 311 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to LaGuardia Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 468 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Glasgow to LGA. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Glasgow to LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Visit New York in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Glasgow to LGA plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Glasgow to LaGuardia Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about New York
After booking your flight from Glasgow to LaGuardia Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
Your New York trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions worth exploring include Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited New York, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey around 145 kilometres south-west to Philadelphia to tick off its top sights. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Baltimore is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometres south-west of New York. No journey is complete without experiencing Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.