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Cheapest round-trip
$344
Typical prices: $379-$582
American Airlines
Wed 12/12Sat 12/15
BHM - LGA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$489
Typical prices: $380-$605
Delta
Wed 2/7Tue 2/13
BHM - LGA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 2h 32m
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When to book
12 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 40% compared to booking last minute.
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January
Cheapest • 20% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Cheapest • Avg $393 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 4h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to LaGuardia (BHM-LGA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Birmingham to LaGuardia

Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
5:23 pm - 11:50 pmBHM  Birmingham-LGA New York LaGuardia
5h 27m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
9:10 am - 4:13 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-BHM Birmingham
8h 03m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$344American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Jan 12
Southwest Logo
3:15 pm - 10:10 pmBHM  Birmingham-LGA New York LaGuardia
5h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
2:00 pm - 8:10 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-BHM Birmingham
7h 10m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$344Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
Southwest Logo
7:15 am - 2:50 pmBHM  Birmingham-LGA New York LaGuardia
6h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 11:30 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-BHM Birmingham
5h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl
$344Southwest
Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 16
Southwest Logo
3:15 pm - 10:10 pmBHM  Birmingham-LGA New York LaGuardia
5h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
10:30 am - 5:15 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-BHM Birmingham
7h 45m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$344Southwest
Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
5:50 pm - 11:44 pmBHM  Birmingham-LGA New York LaGuardia
4h 54m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 3:09 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-BHM Birmingham
5h 09m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$357American Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Sat, Jan 16
American Airlines Logo
10:51 am - 4:19 pmBHM  Birmingham-LGA New York LaGuardia
4h 28m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
1:12 pm - 5:40 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-BHM Birmingham
5h 28m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$357American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
United Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 9:59 pmBHM  Birmingham-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:31 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-BHM Birmingham
7h 31m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
United Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 9:29 pmBHM  Birmingham-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:20 pm - 11:15 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-BHM Birmingham
5h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$388United Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Thu, Dec 31
Delta Logo
7:55 am - 9:40 pmBHM  Birmingham-LGA New York LaGuardia
12h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 3:54 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-BHM Birmingham
10h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$447Delta
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
Delta Logo
9:05 am - 6:35 pmBHM  Birmingham-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 5:40 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-BHM Birmingham
12h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$447Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Round-trip flights from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport typically range from $379 to $582. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $344, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport at $367 round-trip.
•July ($538) and August ($519) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 40% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$147
Beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 28% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport

When to book flights from Birmingham to LaGuardia

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Birmingham to LaGuardia based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:32 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:45 pm and lands at 8:17 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 32m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport takes 2h 32m, covering 865 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport range from $379 to $582, with an average of $461 over the past 12 months. Anything below $379 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 44% above the $461 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $393 round-trip via Nashville Intl (BNA), compared to $474 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport flights, with 67% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $344 to $1,819. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport flights:

    • Delta
    • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $189, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?

    New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $76 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Flights from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport usually depart from Birmingham (BHM) and arrive at New York LaGuardia (LGA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $409 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $517, a difference of $108.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Only Delta operates flights between Birmingham and New York LaGuardia Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 29m, compared with 4h 49m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 55m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • What is the time difference between Birmingham and New York LaGuardia Airport?

    New York LaGuardia Airport is 1 hour ahead of Birmingham (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York LaGuardia Airport are Times Square, New York City Center and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York LaGuardia Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $409, about $108 less than Sunday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 40% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Birmingham to New York LaGuardia Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $367 round-trip in that month - typically $171 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Nashville Intl Airport (BNA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $393 round-trip on this route - about $81 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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Find which airlines fly direct from Birmingham Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Birmingham to New York LaGuardia

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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New York LaGuardia to Birmingham

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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