JFK
A major international gateway with extensive long-haul service, transatlantic widebodies, and Asian carriers.
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EWR (Newark)
United Airlines' premier East Coast transatlantic hub. Convenient for Manhattan via NJ Transit / AirTrain.
LGA (LaGuardia)
Extensively modernized domestic powerhouse with perimeter restrictions, ideal for East Coast and Midwest hops.
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Airport flexibility in the New York metro can change fare, airline, nonstop availability, cabin availability and departure time. Wayzuno treats ground transportation separately rather than quietly folding estimated transfer costs into the airfare.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which New York airport is closest to Manhattan?
LaGuardia (LGA) is the closest (approx. 8 miles / 25-40 min by taxi). Newark (EWR) is often fastest via public transit via NJ Transit train to Penn Station (approx. 25-30 min).
Can I fly internationally from LaGuardia?
LaGuardia has a perimeter rule limiting nonstops to 1,500 miles (except on Saturdays and to Denver), so international flights are limited to Canada, the Caribbean, and Bermuda.