Airport Comparison
| ATL | LGA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport | Laguardia Airport |
| IATA Code | ATL | LGA |
| ICAO Code | KATL | KLGA |
| City | Atlanta | New York |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 1,026 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.640000, -84.430000 | 40.780000, -73.870000 |
Atlanta (ATL) to New York (LGA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) in Atlanta, United States to Laguardia Airport (LGA) in New York, United States is 1,225 kilometers (761 miles / 662 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 02:44 in Atlanta, it's 02:44 in New York.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,006 feet between the two airports. Laguardia Airport sits lower than Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
The return flight from New York (LGA) to Atlanta (ATL) follows a heading of 233° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Laguardia Airport (LGA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.