Flying from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Tokyo is 13 hours ahead of New York, where LaGuardia Airport is located. Tokyo follows the UTC+9 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your LGA to Tokyo flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from LGA to Tokyo. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
LGA is about 13 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near LGA. Whether you've booked an early flight from LaGuardia Airport to Tokyo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
LaGuardia Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from LGA land at their destination as scheduled 80.0% of the time.
LGA is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
How to find the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Tokyo
Rs119,835 is currently the best price for a one-way LaGuardia Airport to Tokyo flight. Return flight tickets start from Rs239,456. These fares may change based on demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from LGA to Tokyo. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Scoring cheap tickets from LaGuardia Airport to Tokyo is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest prices across each month and walk away with an incredible deal.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to HND if you have a late flight from LaGuardia Airport to Tokyo. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Pick up a Haneda Airport rental car and discover Tokyo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car and Times are leading providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Haneda Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from LGA to Tokyo.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is around 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. Once you've hopped off your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near NRT. Kick back and get cosy after your LGA to Tokyo flight at one of these well-located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Narita International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at NRT will help you save.
Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Tokyo. The city buzzes during high season, but prices are usually higher and major attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Tokyo in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your LaGuardia Airport to Tokyo flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGA to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Tokyo, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Tokyo Tower are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Tokyo itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
Nagoya is another well-known destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No journey is complete without seeing Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.