Travelling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Durham and New York are in the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Flights from RDU to LGA start at 05:25 — the first with American Airlines. The last service of the day is at 19:59 with Delta Air Lines. In total, there are 84 weekly Raleigh / Durham Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your RDU 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.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport. When you're ready to kick off your New York holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of the United States:
Delta tops the list for bookings on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering RDU to LGA flights is Delta. Its services land as planned 66.99% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between RDU and LGA:
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Rs26,624 is the lowest price for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs47,425. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from RDU to LGA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RDU to LGA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Of the departures from Raleigh / Durham Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Raleigh / Durham Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Durham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to RDU:
Arriving at New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Consider booking a hotel near LGA if you're on a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a New York LaGuardia Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Ace Rent a Car or Thrifty and chase adventure across New York and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from New York LaGuardia Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to central New York
You'll find LGA at Hangar 7 Centre.
From New York LaGuardia Airport, New York is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport is December, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to New York based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from RDU to LGA sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
New York has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in the United States, head for Boston, about 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are key reasons to visit.
