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LGANew York·La Guardia·New York, United States
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Recommended minimum1 hour
Quick Stats
Concourses
4
Terminal A, Terminal B, Terminal C (Delta), Marine Air Terminal
Max Transit
30m
via walking
Avg. Security
20m
~10m with PreCheck
Primary Hub
Delta Air Lines
Minimum Connection Times
Domestic → Domestic
45min
Domestic → International
60min
International → Domestic
60min
International → International
75min
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Getting Between Concourses
There is no AirTrain or sterile inter-terminal walkway at LGA; the free Port Authority shuttle bus loops between terminals landside, typically taking 10-20 minutes depending on traffic and stops. Because the connection happens outside the secure zone, anyone changing terminals must go through security screening again, which is the single biggest time sink at this airport.
Busyness — Connection Risk
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Low risk
Moderate
High risk
Key Facts
No secure inter-terminal connector
Re-screening required for terminal changes
Delta's Terminal C is efficient for same-terminal transfers
Slot-restricted, business-traveler-heavy schedule
Airlines at LGA
Delta Air Lines
Common Questions
Is 30 minutes enough for a layover at LGA?

Too tight given LGA's re-screening requirement for any terminal change and walk times within larger terminals. See full 30 min guide →

Is 45 minutes enough for a layover at LGA?

Meets the domestic-domestic MCT floor but leaves zero buffer for delays or a terminal shuttle. See full 45 min guide →

Is 1 hour enough for a layover at LGA?

Comfortable for same-terminal transfers and adequate for a terminal change if the shuttle and security lines cooperate. See full 1 hr guide →

Is 1 hour 15 min enough for a layover at LGA?

Solid buffer to handle the shuttle bus and re-screening process between terminals. See full 1¼ hr guide →

Is 1½ hours enough for a layover at LGA?

Ample time even during peak hours for a full terminal change including re-screening. See full 1½ hr guide →

Is 2 hours enough for a layover at LGA?

Well beyond what's needed even for the most complex Marine Air Terminal to Terminal B connection. See full 2 hr guide →

Is 2½ hours enough for a layover at LGA?

Excess time for any LGA connection scenario, including bad traffic or weather delays. See full 2½ hr guide →

Is 3 hours enough for a layover at LGA?

More than sufficient; consider grabbing food since LGA's newly renovated terminals have decent dining options. See full 3 hr guide →

Is 4 hours enough for a layover at LGA?

Long layover — plenty of time to explore Terminal C's shops or step outside via the shuttle if needed. See full 4 hr guide →

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