Laguardia Car Service & Transportation FAQ

Planning a trip to or from LaGuardia Airport (LGA)? This car service and transportation FAQ answers the most common questions travelers have about car services, terminals, rideshares, parking, and more—so you can navigate your travel to and from New York’s Lagurdia Airport with ease.

Q: Which airport is better: JFK or LGA?

A: JFK probably has an edge on LaGuardia when it comes to the potential frustration factor, while LaGuardia may be a few miles closer to your home, hotel or business meeting. Read the blog to get more details: JFK vs. LaGuardia: Which Airport Should I Fly Into?

Q: What is the airport code for LaGuardia Airport, and what are some common nicknames people use for it?

The official airport code for LaGuardia Airport is LGA. This is the three-letter code designated by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), and it's commonly used for booking flights, baggage tags, and flight tracking. Locally and informally, LaGuardia Airport is often referred to by a few different names:

"LaGuardia" – the most common shorthand, used by both travelers and locals.
"LGA" – frequently used in travel contexts and social media.
"New York LaGuardia" – used to distinguish it from other New York City airports like JFK and Newark.

These nicknames all refer to the same airport, which is located in Queens, New York, and serves as one of the primary hubs for domestic air travel in the NYC metro area.

Q: How do I get to LaGuardia Airport?

A: You can reach LaGuardia Airport by private car service, rideshares, taxis (see sample taxi fares) and other more budget-friendly options such as the MTA buses (Q70, M60) and subway-bus combinations.

LaGuardia Airport is accessible via five MTA-operated bus routes. The M60 and LaGuardia Link Q70 are Select Bus Services, offering limited stops, onboard luggage racks, and additional seating. Other routes—including the Q47, Q48, and Q72—serve local neighborhoods throughout Queens with more frequent stops.

Travelers coming from Manhattan, the outer boroughs, or areas outside the city often combine a Select Bus route with the subway or regional rail lines such as the Long Island Rail Road or Metro-North. Keep in mind: the Q70 and Q72 buses provide service only to Terminals B and C at LGA.

Travelers can also opt to drive and park at the airport. However, Teddy’s private airport transportation offers the most stress-free option with door-to-door service across Westchester County, NY and Fairfield and Hartford Counties in Connecticut. See Teddy’s sample pricing and fares. 

Q: How much is parking at LaGuardia?

A: Parking at LaGuardia Airport is available near Terminals A, B, and C, with daily parking lots offering frequent shuttle service to all terminals. Travelers can pre-book parking online to save time and money, and are encouraged to reserve at least 24 hours in advance for stays longer than three hours. Reserved Premium Parking ensures closer proximity to your terminal, while Prepaid Economy Parking is available by reservation only. For those parking longer than 30 days, you must contact ABM at (718) 533-3850 to avoid towing.  See parking rates and compare them with private car service rates - you may be surprised!

Q: Are car services allowed at LGA Terminals C and D?

A: Yes, professional airport car services such as Teddy’s Limo are allowed to pick up and drop off passengers at Terminals C and D at LaGuardia Airport. Designated pickup zones are clearly marked, and pre-arranged car services can meet you curbside or at a designated ground transportation area.

 

Q: Where should I meet my car service at LGA?

A: Each terminal has designated pickup areas for pre-arranged car services. Follow the signs for "Passenger Pickup" or "For-Hire Vehicle Pickup" after collecting your luggage. If you’re arriving at Terminal A, the passenger pick-up area for Car Services and App-based Rides is located directly outside of, and across the street from, Terminal A. If you’re arriving at Terminal B, the Car Service and App-Based Ride pick-up area is located on Level 2 of the Terminal B Parking Garage, located directly adjacent to Terminal B. For Terminal C, the Car Service and App-Based Ride pick-up areas are located at Terminal C arrivals (ground) level. Terminal C pick-up is at the arrivals inner lane.

Q: Can a car service meet me at baggage claim at LGA?

A: No, car services cannot meet passengers directly at baggage claim due to airport security restrictions. Instead, Teddy’s professional chauffeurs meet passengers outside the terminal in designated pickup areas. Teddy’s offers real-time driver updates so you can coordinate easily after landing.

 

Q: Where do car services wait at LGA?

A: Car services typically wait in the for-hire vehicle holding areas near the terminal and enter designated pickup zones once the passenger is ready. For pre-scheduled rides, your driver will coordinate your pickup via call or text once you land.

 

Q: Can Uber pick up at LaGuardia Airport?

A: Yes, Uber and Lyft are allowed to pick up at LaGuardia Airport. Passengers must walk to a designated rideshare pickup zone, which varies by terminal. Expect to wait a few minutes for your ride due to airport traffic and pickup congestion.

 

Q: How early should I get to LaGuardia Airport?

A: For domestic flights, plan to arrive at LGA at least 2 hours before departure. For international flights, arrive 3 hours early. During peak travel seasons or early mornings, allow extra time for traffic and security.

 

Q: What terminal is Delta at LaGuardia?

A; Delta Airlines operates primarily out of Terminal C at LaGuardia Airport.

 

Q: What terminal is Southwest Airlines in at LaGuardia?

A: Southwest Airlines flies out of Terminal B at LaGuardia Airport.

 

Q: What terminal is Spirit Airlines in at LaGuardia?

A: Spirit Airlines operates from Terminal A, also known as the Marine Air Terminal, at LaGuardia.

 

Q: What terminal is American Airlines at LaGuardia?

A: American Airlines uses Terminal B at LGA.

 

Q: What terminal is JetBlue at LaGuardia?

A: JetBlue flights depart from Terminal B at LaGuardia.

 

Q: What terminal is United Airlines at LaGuardia?

A: United Airlines operates from Terminal B at LGA.