Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to LaGuardia Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Orlando and New York are both in the UTC-4 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Flights from MCO to LGA start at 05:02 — the first with Spirit Airlines. The last service of the day is at 20:55 with Spirit Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 93 weekly Orlando International Airport to LaGuardia Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to catch your MCO to LGA flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Orlando International Airport to LaGuardia Airport. When you're ready to kick off your New York adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of United States:
Most travellers choose to travel with JetBlue Airways on this route.
Spirit Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for MCO to LGA flights, with 85.52% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Orlando International Airport to LaGuardia Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MCO and LGA include:
Myrtle Beach International Airport
Asheville Regional Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
At the moment, 24 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Orlando International Airport to LaGuardia Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 53 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from MCO to LGA by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to LaGuardia Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MCO to LGA.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Orlando International Airport to LaGuardia Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO's address is One Airport Boulevard.
Of all flights departing from Orlando International Airport, 78.28% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Orlando to Orlando International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MCO? If you've booked an early flight from Orlando International Airport to LaGuardia Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Reserve a hotel close to LGA if you're taking a late Orlando International Airport to LaGuardia Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a LaGuardia Airport rental car and explore New York and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from LaGuardia Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to central New York
You'll find LGA at Hangar 7 Centre.
LaGuardia Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of New York. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Orlando International Airport to LaGuardia Airport. July is the busiest month to visit New York. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Orlando International Airport to LaGuardia Airport for July if you want to go to New York during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MCO to LGA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 306 kilometres north-east of New York, Boston is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.