Key Takeaways

• LaGuardia (LGA) is closer to Manhattan (about 8 miles) and ideal for short, domestic trips.
• JFK Airport handles most international flights and has more global routes.
• Expect less travel time and lower ride costs from LaGuardia than JFK.
• Immigration lines are usually faster at LaGuardia, though JFK offers more customs services.
• Ongoing construction at LaGuardia may cause delays; plan ahead for pickup or drop-off.
• No matter which New York airport you fly into, Teddy’s Limo offers private, reliable car service to and from JFK, LaGuardia, and anywhere in the NYC metro area.

If you’re flying into New York City, LaGuardia (LGA) is usually the best choice for Manhattan and short domestic trips, while JFK Airport is better for international flights and travelers staying in Brooklyn or Queens.

When you’re flying out of an airport, there are plenty of things to consider: frequent flyer lounges, restaurants, and so on. But when you’re flying into an airport, there’s usually a single overriding concern: how fast you can leave. This is why our passengers often ask us: “Which of New York City’s airports should I fly into?”

Which New York Airport Has Fewer Flight Delays — JFK or LaGuardia?

If you’re a serious traveler, you may want to bookmark the US Department of Transportation website. From this page, you can select the most-used airports in the country and review all kinds of statistics, including an on-time performance summary. We checked out the most recent results for JFK, LaGuardia and, for good measure, Newark Liberty International Airport. Here’s how they compare, from best to worst:

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If you’re headed to New York City this year, whether you’re a newcomer to the Big Apple or a long-time visitor, if you  haven’t marked off seeing a Broadway show from your bucket list — well, then, you’ve come at the right time. The 2020 Broadway season features some amazing shows, both beloved classics and up-and-coming hits.

Here are several of NYC’s best broadway shows you might want to consider adding to your itinerary. Read More

Visiting Madison Square Garden in New York City for a sporting event or concert is a truly incredible experience. The world-class, world-famous venue is renowned for its acoustics and for not having a single bad seat in the house. However, your big night out can quickly turn to a headache when considering how to get to the venue quickly and efficiently. If you’re traveling to Madison Square Garden from Connecticut, you have a few different options, some of them being faster and less of a hassle than others. Read More

Whether you’re traveling into Manhattan for business or leisure, if you fly into LaGuardia Airport, you’re quickly going to realize that just because LaGuardia is technically located in New York City, it may still be city miles away from where you need to go. LaGuardia is in Queens — a good hike away from Manhattan. So, how do you get from LaGuardia to Manhattan most efficiently? You have several transportation options.

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The staple mode of transportation at a wedding used to be the stretch limo. The bride and all her bridesmaids arrive in high style, sliding out of the backseat to enter the venue. The bride and groom take off in the limo alone following the wedding, either to head to the reception or the airport, en route to their honeymoon.

But, as is the case with many time-honored wedding traditions, soon-to-be spouses are reconsidering. There can be many reasons not to hire a stretch limo for your wedding, and to go with another form of transportation instead. Here are six reasons why hiring a stretch limo for your wedding might not be the right choice for you. Read More