LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is a major commercial airport serving New York City. Located in East Elmhurst, Queens, it is operated by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and primarily handles domestic flights, along with a limited number of international services that arrive from locations with U.S. preclearance.
LaGuardia Airport Contact Information
| Contact | Details |
|---|---|
| General airport customer service | +1 (718) 533-3400 |
| Airport customer-care email | airportcustomercare@panynj.gov |
| Port Authority general information | +1 (212) 435-7000 |
| Port Authority Police / airport emergencies | +1 (718) 533-3911 |
| Wi-Fi customer support | +1 (800) 880-4117 |
| TSA Cares | +1 (855) 787-2227 |
| TSA Contact Center | +1 (866) 289-9673 |
| Airport parking/general assistance | +1 (718) 533-3400 |
| Parking/emergency vehicle assistance | +1 (718) 533-3850 |
| Parking towing inquiries | +1 (718) 533-3900 |
LaGuardia Airport Emergency Contact Numbers
For an immediate life-threatening emergency, call 911.
| Emergency/service | Phone number | When to use |
| Police, medical or airport emergency | +1 (718) 533-3911 | Airport police assistance and emergencies |
| 911 emergency services | 911 | Immediate police, fire or medical emergency |
| TSA Cares | +1 (855) 787-2227 | Assistance with TSA screening, disabilities or medical conditions |
| TSA Contact Center | +1 (866) 289-9673 | TSA security and screening questions |
| Parking emergency vehicle assistance | +1 (718) 533-3850 | Flat tire and certain vehicle emergencies |
| Parking/towing | +1 (718) 533-3900 | Towed vehicles and related inquiries |
LaGuardia Airport Terminals
| Terminal | Main airlines/services | Key information |
| Terminal A | Modern Aviation | Historic Marine Air Terminal; primarily serves general/charter aviation operations |
| Terminal B | Air Canada, American Airlines, Frontier, JetBlue, Porter, Southwest, United | Major multi-airline terminal with multiple concourses and numerous lounges |
| Terminal C | Delta Air Lines | Delta’s dedicated LaGuardia terminal with multiple concourses, restaurants, shops and Delta Sky Club |
LaGuardia Airport Check-In Counters
Check-in counters at LGA are airline-specific, rather than a single airport-wide check-in counter. Passengers should follow the airline and flight information displayed in the terminal.
| Airline | Terminal | Check-in information |
| Air Canada | B | Airline ticket/check-in counters |
| American Airlines | B | Airline ticket/check-in counters |
| Frontier Airlines | B | Airline ticket/check-in counters |
| JetBlue | B | Airline ticket/check-in counters |
| Porter Airlines | B | Airline ticket/check-in counters |
| Southwest Airlines | B | Airline ticket/check-in counters |
| United Airlines | B | Airline ticket/check-in counters |
| Delta Air Lines | C | Delta check-in facilities |
TSA at LaGuardia Airport
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) operates passenger security screening at LGA.
LaGuardia also provides TSA PreCheck enrollment through CLEAR, with an enrollment center in Terminal B. TSA PreCheck and other expedited-screening services can help eligible passengers move through security more efficiently.
TSA contact information
| TSA service | Contact |
| TSA Contact Center | +1 (866) 289-9673 |
| TSA Cares | +1 (855) 787-2227 |
| TSA Contact Center email | TSA-ContactCenter@tsa.dhs.gov |
| AskTSA text service | Text “Travel” to 275-872 |
LaGuardia Airport Lounges
Most passenger lounges are concentrated in Terminal B, while Delta’s lounge is in Terminal C. Access requirements vary by airline status, ticket class, membership or eligible credit card.
| Lounge | Terminal | Location/area | Typical access |
| Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge | B | Eastern Concourse | Eligible Air Canada/Star Alliance passengers |
| American Airlines Admirals Club | B | Western Concourse, near Gates 30–31 | Eligible American Airlines passengers/members |
| Capital One Landing | B | Bridge toward Gates 11–31 | Eligible Capital One cardholders |
| Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club | B | Level 4 | Eligible Chase Sapphire/participating access programs |
| Centurion Lounge | B | Level 4 | Eligible American Express cardholders |
| United Club | B | Eastern Concourse, near Gates 40–59 | Eligible United/Star Alliance passengers and members |
| Delta Sky Club | C | Level 4 | Eligible Delta passengers/members |
LaGuardia Airport FAQs
What terminal is LaGuardia Airport?
LaGuardia Airport has three active passenger terminals: Terminal A, Terminal B and Terminal C.
What airlines fly from Terminal B at LGA?
Terminal B currently serves Air Canada, American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue, Porter Airlines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines.
What airlines fly from Terminal C at LaGuardia?
Delta Air Lines operates from Terminal C.
What terminal is American Airlines at LGA?
American Airlines operates from Terminal B.
What terminal is Delta at LaGuardia?
Delta Air Lines operates from Terminal C.
Where is baggage claim at LaGuardia Airport?
Baggage claim is located in the arrivals area of the terminal used by your airline. If your checked bag is missing or delayed, contact your airline’s baggage service rather than the airport’s general customer-service desk.
Where are the TSA checkpoints at LGA?
TSA screening checkpoints are located within the passenger terminals. Your airline and terminal signage will direct you to the appropriate checkpoint. LGA also provides real-time security information through its terminal information system.
How early should I arrive at LaGuardia Airport?
A common recommendation is to arrive about two hours before a domestic departure, while allowing additional time during busy travel periods, for parking, baggage check-in or special assistance. TSA also recommends arriving two hours before scheduled departure.
Does LaGuardia Airport have TSA PreCheck?
Yes. LGA offers TSA PreCheck services, including enrollment through CLEAR. The airport lists a PreCheck enrollment location in Terminal B.
Does LaGuardia Airport have lounges?
Yes. LaGuardia has several lounges, particularly in Terminal B, including Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge, American Airlines Admirals Club, Capital One Landing, Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club, Centurion Lounge and United Club. Terminal C has the Delta Sky Club.
Does LaGuardia Airport have a lost and found?
Yes. LGA provides a virtual Lost and Found system for personal items lost at the airport. Items lost at TSA checkpoints can also be reported through TSA’s lost-and-found process.
What is the LaGuardia Airport customer-service phone number?
The main LGA customer-service number is +1 (718) 533-3400.
What is the LaGuardia Airport emergency phone number?
For airport police assistance, medical emergencies and other airport emergencies, call +1 (718) 533-3911. For an immediate life-threatening emergency, call 911.