Travelling from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA): what you need to know
The timezone in New York is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Barcelona.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your BCN to LGA flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Barcelona Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between BCN and LGA:
Toronto Pearson International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Rs118,165 is the lowest price for a one-way Barcelona Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs105,138. These fares may change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from BCN to LGA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
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Handy information about Barcelona Airport (BCN)
80% of flights departing from Barcelona Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from BCN.
To get to Barcelona Airport from central Barcelona, it takes around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 30 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Barcelona Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to BCN:
Arriving at New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Barcelona Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LGA instead:
Pick up a New York LaGuardia Airport rental car and explore New York and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty are top providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from New York LaGuardia Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to central New York
The street address for LGA is Hangar 7 Centre.
From New York LaGuardia Airport, New York is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Barcelona Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to New York in December.
Before locking in your flight from Barcelona Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BCN to LGA in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
New York has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. Around 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a trip to Philadelphia will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another standout destination in the United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No trip is complete without experiencing Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.