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Cheapest round-trip
$302
Typical prices: $211-$372
Frontier
Sat 9/15Mon 9/24
CMH - LGA • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$325
Typical prices: $213-$374
Delta
Sun 10/14Wed 10/17
CMH - LGA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta and American Airlines. Average duration is 1h 53m
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Most punctual • 88% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 22% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $131 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to LaGuardia (CMH-LGA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to LaGuardia

Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 24
Frontier Logo
7:50 pm - 7:44 pmCMH  Columbus-LGA New York LaGuardia
23h 54m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:15 am - 6:55 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CMH Columbus
12h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$302Frontier
Tue, Sep 15 - Sat, Sep 19
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7:50 pm - 4:00 pmCMH  Columbus-LGA New York LaGuardia
20h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
4:55 pm - 6:55 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CMH Columbus
26h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$304Frontier
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
United Airlines Logo
12:25 pm - 5:15 pmCMH  Columbus-LGA New York LaGuardia
4h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 3:15 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CMH Columbus
5h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$306United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
United Airlines Logo
12:25 pm - 5:15 pmCMH  Columbus-LGA New York LaGuardia
4h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 1:10 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CMH Columbus
4h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$306United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
3:22 pm - 7:12 pmCMH  Columbus-LGA New York LaGuardia
3h 50m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 3:32 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CMH Columbus
5h 12m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$311American Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
6:36 am - 11:24 amCMH  Columbus-LGA New York LaGuardia
4h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
3:46 pm - 7:49 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CMH Columbus
4h 03m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$311American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
Southwest Logo
12:25 pm - 6:15 pmCMH  Columbus-LGA New York LaGuardia
5h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway
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7:35 am - 12:25 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CMH Columbus
4h 50m1 stop Nashville Intl
$311Southwest
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
Southwest Logo
11:40 am - 4:15 pmCMH  Columbus-LGA New York LaGuardia
4h 35m1 stop Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
10:05 am - 3:45 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CMH Columbus
5h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway
$311Southwest
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
Delta Logo
6:05 am - 7:54 amCMH  Columbus-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 49mnonstop
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4:35 pm - 6:31 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CMH Columbus
1h 56mnonstop
$325Delta
Fri, Sep 11 - Wed, Sep 16
Delta Logo
8:00 am - 9:51 amCMH  Columbus-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 51mnonstop
Delta Logo
8:15 am - 10:04 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-CMH Columbus
1h 49mnonstop
$325Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport start at $302. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $211 to $372. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $302 on Frontier.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 25% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport at $218 round-trip.
  • March ($359) and June ($339) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Columbus to LaGuardia

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Key details for Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$127
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
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Your Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Among airlines operating Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Columbus Airport and New York LaGuardia Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • American Airlines

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

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

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

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

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • 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 travelers should check the fare details before booking.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $131 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $280 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 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 Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 170 variants.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 14% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 27% on the Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $257 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $349, a difference of $92. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 8 minutes.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flights, with 45% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 22%, and night flights for 0%.

  • 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.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:53 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:08 pm and lands at 9:01 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 53m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 14% above the route average of $279. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport takes 1h 53m, covering 477 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus Airport 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.

  • Have flight prices from Columbus Airport 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 $306 to $888. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $178, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Delta’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flights?

    Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flights are:

    • Delta: 88% on time
    • American Airlines: 84% on time
    • Spirit Airlines: 76% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 85% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 35m, compared with 4h 54m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 5h 06m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • 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 starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Ace
    · Budget
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Avis

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

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport range from $211 to $372, with an average of $279 over the past 12 months. Anything below $211 counts as a good deal.

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

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flights:

    • • American Airlines
    • • 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.

Your guide to booking Columbus Airport 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 can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $257 - about $92 less than Sunday (26% 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 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $218 round-trip in that month - typically $141 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Delta is the strongest pick on this route. 88% of Delta flights from Columbus Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 85%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 8 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $131 round-trip on this route - about $150 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Columbus to New York LaGuardia Airport?

 
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Direct departures

Columbus to New York LaGuardia

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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Direct returns

New York LaGuardia to Columbus

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

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