Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA): what you need to know
The timezone in New York is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of San Diego.
Leave plenty of time to make your SAN to LGA flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Diego International Airport to LaGuardia Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between SAN and LGA:
Denver International Airport
Kansas City International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
$108 is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Diego International Airport to LaGuardia Airport flight. Return flights start from $197. These prices may change based on availability.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SAN to LGA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from San Diego International Airport to LaGuardia Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The address for SAN is Airport Drive.
Of all flights departing from San Diego International Airport, 71.38% land on time at their destination.
To reach San Diego International Airport from central San Diego, it takes around 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from San Diego International Airport to LaGuardia Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near SAN:
Arriving at LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
If you have a late San Diego International Airport to LaGuardia Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near LGA:
Go where the road takes you with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Ace Rent a Car or Thrifty and chase adventure across New York and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from LaGuardia Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to central New York
You'll find LGA at Hangar 7 Center.
LaGuardia Airport is approximately 18 kilometers from the center of New York. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to LaGuardia Airport. July is the busiest month to head to New York. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from San Diego International Airport to LaGuardia Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAN to LGA in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
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