Travelling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to LaGuardia Airport is 2 hours 45 minutes.
New York is one hour ahead of Minneapolis and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Flights from MSP to LGA start from 07:00 — the first with Delta Air Lines. The last departure is at 20:00 with Delta Air Lines. In total, you can take your pick of 67 weekly Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to LaGuardia Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your MSP to LGA flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
American Airlines is your ticket to exploring New York (and perhaps some other great parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to LaGuardia Airport offered by this airline.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is American Airlines.
The most punctual carrier operating MSP to LGA flights is Delta Air Lines. Its services land without delay 75.77% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to LaGuardia Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between MSP and LGA:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
John Glenn Columbus International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to LaGuardia Airport flight is $154. A return plane ticket right now is $340. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MSP to LGA.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to LaGuardia Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
When it comes to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.37% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Minneapolis to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near MSP. Whether you have an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to LaGuardia Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Consider booking a hotel close to LGA if you're taking a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to LaGuardia Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a LaGuardia Airport rental car and discover New York and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from LaGuardia Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to central New York
You'll find LGA at Hangar 7 Centre.
LaGuardia Airport to central New York has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
When to fly to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The quietest month for a flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to LaGuardia Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to New York based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to LaGuardia Airport for July if you want to visit New York during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MSP to LGA in January if you like travelling 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 discovered 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.
Boston is another standout destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No trip is complete without dropping by Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.