LaGuardia has changed substantially in recent years. Its roughly $8 billion transformation rebuilt Terminal B and consolidated Delta's former C and D operations into today's Terminal C, which reached full completion in 2024. As of September 2026, scheduled passenger flights operate from Terminals B and C, while the historic Terminal A is closed to the public. The practical question for most passengers is simple: which terminal is my flight, and what should I expect once I am there? This guide answers both.
LaGuardia runs mostly domestic flights, a limit explained in more detail below, so long-haul and most international trips use the region's other two airports. This guide covers which airline uses which terminal, lounges, dining, how to move between terminals, and the ways into Manhattan and the boroughs after landing.
Match Your Airline to a Terminal
LaGuardia keeps it simple: Delta has its own building at Terminal C, and every other scheduled airline shares Terminal B. The historic Terminal A no longer has commercial service. Confirm with the operating airline, since a booking can be sold by one carrier and flown by another.
| Terminal | Airlines | Lounges |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal B | Air Canada, American, Frontier, JetBlue, Porter, Southwest, United | Major lounges include the Admirals Club, United Club, Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge, Amex Centurion Lounge, Chase Sapphire Lounge, and Capital One Landing |
| Terminal C | Delta and Delta Connection (all Delta flights) | Delta Sky Club, including one location with an outdoor Sky Deck |
| Terminal A | No scheduled passenger service; Modern Aviation operates there for private aviation | None open to the public |
What Each LGA Terminal Is Like
Terminals B and C differ in size and walking distance. Here is what to expect at each once you know your gate.
Terminal B
Most airlines, broadest lounge choice
- Two concourses reached by long pedestrian bridges over the taxiways
- The airport estimates about 4 to 9 minutes from security to the gates
- The widest lounge selection and a large mix of dining options
Terminal C
One hall, everything Delta
- A single check-in and security hall leads to every gate, so the layout is easy to read
- Roughly 3 to 11 minutes from security to the gate, depending on where you are flying
- Delta's largest Sky Club is here for eligible flyers
Terminal A
Closed to the public
- The landmarked Marine Air Terminal, dating to 1940
- No scheduled passenger flights since 2026
- Modern Aviation operates there for private aviation
Crossing Between LGA Terminals
Because the terminals are separate buildings, an airline change between B and C means leaving the secure area and making a landside transfer. There are two options, and one surprises people.
- The shuttle: a free all-terminals bus loops the airport around the clock, roughly every 15 minutes at peak and every 20 off-peak, stopping at the terminals plus the Economy Lot, Hangar 7 South, and 94th Street. It runs on the public roads, so it sits in the same traffic as every drop-off car.
- Walking, sometimes: landside, a marked pedestrian walkway connects Terminals B and C through the parking structure, which can be faster than waiting for the bus. Terminal A sits too far out to walk to, so the shuttle is the only realistic link there.
The Best Places to Eat at LaGuardia
LaGuardia's dining has improved considerably through the redevelopment, with a lineup that leans on local New York names and established chefs. Dining exists on both sides of security, particularly in Terminal B, so check the restaurant's location before committing to it.
| Terminal | Standouts | Quick Bites |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal B | Hunt & Fish Grill, Bar 212, Talde, La Chula, Brooklyn Diner | Shake Shack near Gate 41, Junior's, Fresh & Co., Irving Farm Coffee |
| Terminal C | Prime Tavern, Rossi Pizzeria, Sunday Supper Trattoria, Bubby's | Chuko Ramen, H&H Bagels, Taïm, Magnolia Bakery, Cibo Express |
Terminal B mixes food-hall choices with concourse restaurants, while Terminal C has a broad selection spread across Delta's four concourses. If your connection is tight, a counter near your gate beats a restaurant a concourse away. Menus and outlets change, so check the terminal directory for what is open on your day.
Where the Lounges Are at LGA
LaGuardia now has a substantial set of lounges, though they are unevenly spread. Terminal B holds most of the airport's lounges, and Terminal C has Delta's. Because the terminals are not connected past security, the lounge you can actually use comes down to the terminal on your boarding pass.
Terminal B lounges
The widest choice at LGA
- Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club: a two-level, 21,800-square-foot space with a circular bar, wellness areas, and private suites
- Amex Centurion Lounge: a sit-down buffet-and-bar lounge for eligible Amex cardholders
- American Admirals Club: showers and conference space; a day pass is sometimes sold at the door
- United Club: the standard United lounge, with day passes subject to capacity
- Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge: a Star Alliance option for eligible flyers
- Capital One Landing: a fresh-dining-focused space over a traditional lounge feel
Terminal C lounge
Delta's flagship at LGA
- Delta Sky Club: the largest in Delta's network, on level 4 with an entrance on level 3 after security
- Full hot food, a bar, and an outdoor deck with runway views
Access varies by ticket, elite status, cabin, or card, and capacity limits can close a lounge when it fills up. For a short visit, the closest eligible lounge usually beats a longer walk to a fancier one you can barely use before boarding.
Reaching Manhattan and the Boroughs
LGA's advantage is distance: about 8 miles to Midtown, the closest of the three New York airports. The catch is traffic on the Grand Central Parkway and the approach roads, which can erase that head start when congestion builds.
Manhattan
- Roughly 8 miles to Midtown, though road time varies sharply with congestion
- The Ed Koch Queensboro and Midtown Tunnel are the usual crossings
Flushing and Queens
- Citi Field and the USTA Tennis Center sit under two miles away
- Flushing Meadows-Corona Park and Flushing's Chinatown are close
Brooklyn and Beyond
- Downtown Brooklyn is roughly 10 to 12 miles by road, with driving time varying by traffic
- These trips lean on the road, since transit adds several transfers
Beyond the bus and subway, ground options include yellow cabs at the terminal stands, app-based rides from the marked zones, and a private transfer arranged in advance. Which fits depends on your luggage, party size, and how close your address sits to a subway line.
Business trips through LGA rarely end at the terminal curb. Between the airport, a hotel, a meeting downtown, and a return flight, the ground legs add up across a single day, which is one reason some passengers arrange a corporate transfer ahead of time rather than booking each ride separately.
Two Things LGA Cannot Do for You
The redevelopment fixed the terminals, but two limits are baked into LaGuardia and worth knowing before you book or plan a route in.
- Its nonstop network is intentionally limited by distance. LaGuardia generally operates under a 1,500-mile nonstop perimeter, with longstanding exceptions including Saturday flights and Denver service. Long-haul international service generally uses JFK or Newark, while LGA still has some international flights from preclearance markets such as Canada.
- It has no train of its own. There is no rail line into the airport, so every route relies on the road or a bus-to-subway transfer. The fare-free Q70 bus links LGA to the subway in Jackson Heights, and the M60 reaches Harlem, but both add a change or two versus a direct ride.
The Short Version
Two facts do most of the work at LaGuardia in 2026. First, only Terminals B and C have scheduled flights, so verify yours on the boarding pass and ignore any map that still shows Terminal A as an option. Second, there is no train in or out, which makes the road the deciding factor in how long your trip really takes.
Get those two right and the rest of the airport is compact and easy to read. Confirm your terminal, leave margin for traffic, and LaGuardia is straightforward from there.
Most Common LaGuardia Questions
Which terminal is Delta at LGA?
Delta uses Terminal C for every LGA flight, including Delta Connection. The building opened in 2022, replacing Delta's earlier two-terminal setup at LGA.
Which terminal is American at LGA?
American flies from Terminal B, the largest building at LaGuardia, alongside United, JetBlue, Southwest, and others. Its Admirals Club sits inside that terminal.
Are LGA terminals connected?
Not after security. Terminals B and C are separate secure buildings, linked only by a shuttle and a landside walkway.
Does LaGuardia have international flights?
A limited number, mainly cross-border service to Canada, such as Air Canada to Toronto and Montreal. Long-haul and most other international routes use JFK or Newark.
How big is LaGuardia Airport?
LaGuardia occupies about 680 acres, compact for a major airport, so distances inside the open terminals stay walkable. The redevelopment rebuilt Terminals B and C within that existing footprint.
How far is LaGuardia from New York City?
Midtown is roughly eight miles away, the closest of the three area airports, but road time can vary sharply with congestion on the Grand Central Parkway and the tunnels.
How far is LaGuardia from Brooklyn?
Downtown Brooklyn is roughly 10 to 12 miles by road via the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, though driving time varies considerably with traffic. Transit requires a bus-to-subway connection, while a car provides a single-seat ride; which is faster depends on traffic and your exact destination.
Is LaGuardia Airport open 24 hours?
LaGuardia operates around the clock, and the inter-terminal shuttle and the Q70 and M60 buses run 24/7. But airline counters, security access, shops, restaurants, and lounges keep their own schedules, so overnight passengers should expect limited services in the small hours.
