LaGuardia Airport Services & Passengers Info
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Passengers Info
Welcome to LaGuardia Airport (LGA). We are committed to making your journey as smooth and enjoyable as possible. This comprehensive guide will help you navigate our airport with ease, from planning your trip to boarding your flight.
Before Your Flight
Check-in Procedures
At LaGuardia Airport, we offer multiple check-in options to suit your needs:
- Online Check-in: Most airlines open online check-in 24-48 hours before departure. This convenient option allows you to select your seat and print your boarding pass from home or via mobile devices.
- Airport Check-in Counters: Located across the terminals, these counters generally open 2-3 hours before flights for domestic travels and 3 hours prior for international flights. Arrive early to avoid stress.
- Self-Service Kiosks: For quicker check-in, look for user-friendly kiosks available in the terminal, allowing you to check in, choose your seat, and print your boarding pass in minutes.
Baggage Information
- Carry-on: Most airlines permit one cabin bag (generally up to 22 x 14 x 9 inches) and a personal item. Check with your airline for specific size and weight limits.
- Checked Baggage: Economy travelers are typically allowed one piece weighing up to 50 lbs (23 kg). Always verify allowances with your airline, especially for international flights.
- Special Items: Contact your airline beforehand for large or fragile items, as additional fees or arrangements may be required.
- Left Luggage: LaGuardia offers luggage storage services for travelers wishing to explore NYC baggage-free.
Security Screening
Security is a top priority. Have your ID and boarding pass ready, remove laptops and liquids (under 100 ml), and follow instructions from security staff. Advanced screening technology is used to ensure safety while respecting passenger privacy.
Passport and Visa
For Non-U.S. Residents:
If you are not a U.S. resident, you must have a valid passport for international travel. Most visitors also require a visa or an approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) if eligible for the Visa Waiver Program.
- ESTA: Citizens of Visa Waiver Program countries must apply online for ESTA at least 72 hours before travel.
- Visa: If you need a visa, apply well in advance through the U.S. embassy or consulate in your country.
- Customs and Immigration: After landing, non-residents must proceed to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for passport control and customs inspection. Have your passport, visa or ESTA, and any required documentation ready.
- Connecting Flights: If you have a connecting flight, follow signs for “Connections” and present your boarding pass. International arrivals may need to claim baggage and re-check it for onward flights.
At the Airport
Layout: LaGuardia has four terminals (A, B, C, D), with easy internal transportation links. Terminal B handles most arrivals and departures.Dining & Shopping: From quick bites to sit-down dining, and stores offering last-minute essentials and gifts, there’s plenty to explore.
Facilities: Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, lounges, ATMs, and clear signage make your time at LaGuardia comfortable and stress-free.
Accessibility: The airport is fully accessible, with services and facilities for passengers with reduced mobility.
Transport Connections
The airport is well connected to Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn via shuttle, taxi, and public transport options, including the MTA buses and subway links from nearby stations.
Popular Flights from LaGuardia
Main airlines include American, Delta, Spirit, and JetBlue. LaGuardia offers quick access to the vibrant New York City skyline, helping travelers start or end their trip with ease.
Services
Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi available.
For passengers that want to connect to the free Wi-Fi, please enter to "_Free LGA WiFi" network.
Wheelchair Services
There are wheelchair, oxygen equipments and other accommodations available for those passengers that need it.
Hotels
LGA Airport has two hotels located near its facilities:
Airway Inn
Located really close to LGA Airport, it offers free transportation to and from the hotel and counts with the basic facilities.
For more information you can call at +1(800) 356-0250
Comfort Inn and Suites
It has a Fitness Center, restaurants and counts with Free Airport Shuttle.
For more information you can call at +1 (718) 457-5555
Lost and Found
If you have lost something in LGA Airport terminals you can send an email at lgalostandfound@panynj.gov
Nursing Suites
There are nursing suites along all airport.
Smoking area
Passengers cannot smoke in LaGuardia Airport facilities.
Luggage Storage
There are no lockers at LGA Airport.
Other Services
- Restaurants and cafeterias
- Shops
- Duty Free
- Charging Areas
- ATMs
- Currency Exchange
- MetroCard Machine
- Pet Relief Areas
- Spa
- Shoeshine Service
- Nursing Pods
- Restrooms
- Customer Care
- Minute Suites
Lounges
The Centurion Lounge: Terminal B. Services offered: Premium food, Wi-Fi, drinks, snacks, among others.
American Airlines Admirals Club: Terminal B, Concourse D. Services offered: Drinks, Wi-Fi, showers, TV, flight monitors, Internet Terminals, among others.
Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge: Open from 5:00 am to 8:00 pm. Terminal B, East Concourse. Services offered: Snacks, Wi-Fi, newspapers and magazines, drinks, TV, Internet Terminals, among others.
United Airlines United Club: Terminal B, Eastern Concourse. Services offered: Snacks, Wi-Fi, liquors, drinks, newspapers, TV, telephones, among others.
Delta Air Lines Delta Sky Club (Gate C28): Terminal C. Services offered: Drinks, snacks, Wi-Fi, TV,
Delta Air Lines Delta Sky Club: Terminal C. Service offered: Snacks, Wi-Fi, newspapers and magazines, TV, printers and copiers.
Shopping
La Guardia Airport has various shops and retails with different products. Both terminals 1 and 2 have a wide offer and passengers can buy a souvenir or a gift before leaving Barcelona or when arriving at the city.
Selection of shops at Terminal A
- Food: Cibo Express Gourmet Market, Salotto,
- Cafeterias: Dunkin,
Selection of shops at Terminal B
- Duty Free: LGA Duty Free,
- Food: District Market, Five Borough Food Hall, The Dean,
- Stores and accessories: Benefit, Be Relax, Eli’s Essentials, FAO Schwartz, Hudson, Il Viaggio, In Motion Entertainment, iStore, MAC, Melt Shop, Gotham News, Mad Ave Market, McNally Jackson, Park, Pour Authority, WH Smith.
- Cafeterias: Dunkin Donuts, Irving Farm Coffee Roasters, Starbucks, Zaro’s Bakery,
- Fast food: Shake Shack, Wendy’s,
- Restaurants: Bar 212, Bar Veloce, Brooklyn Diner, Dos toros Taqueria, green Leaf’s, Hill Country, Hunt and Fish, Junior’s, Mi Casa Cantina, Mulberry Street, Ny Creperie, NYC Aglow, Orpheus and Apollo, Panorama Bar, Spirit and Bell, Sweetleaf and Beechers, The Bowery Bay, The Scoop, Tony+ Benny’s,
Selection of shops at Terminal C
- Food: CIBO- Flatiron Tavern, Cibo Express Gourmet Market, Cotto Market,
- Stores and accessories: Buzz Feed News, Le Labo, MAC, Patricia Nash,
- Cafeterias: Birch Coffee, Brooklyn’s Best Bagels, Juice Press, Starbucks, World Bean.
- Fast food: Wendy’s.
- Restaurants: Artichoke Basille’s Pizza, Beekman 1802, Bubby’s, Calista Taverna, Chuko Ramen, CIBO Rossi Pizzeria, Cotto, Eggsactly, Eggy Weggy, Essex Burger, Fiorello Market, reshi, H&H Bagels, King David Tacos, Kombu QSR, Poppy’s, Potbelly, Rossi Pizzeria, Soleil Brasserie, Sunday Supper Trattoria, Taim Mediterranean Kitchen, Terrace Bar, The Grille, Trinity Burgers, True to New York,