LGA → JFK Airport
LGA ↔ JFK in six minutes.
Cross-airport transfers between LGA and JFK are the most unavoidable connection in US domestic aviation. A six-minute eVTOL hop fully solves the missed-connection risk that today drives many travelers to triple-bookings.
6 min
eVTOL at launch
$120–$170
est. launch fare
18 km
straight-line distance
30–60 min
by car today
Route map
Every way to make the LGA → JFK Airport transfer
Side-by-side time and price comparison across helicopter, car, train, and eVTOL air taxi (both at launch and at scale).
Reference fares are static and accurate as of April 2026. Live operator pricing may vary — confirm with the operator at time of booking.
Helicopter (today)
6 min
$195–$295
Existing scheduled or charter helicopter
Car / Taxi
30–60 min
$50–$80
eVTOL — at launch
6 min
$120–$170
Year 1 commercial pricing
eVTOL — at scale
6 min
$60–$95
Years 3-5, mature route
Who flies LGA → JFK Airport today?
Helicopter operators currently serving the New York airport corridor:
- Blade
- Zip Aviation
Likely eVTOL operators at launch
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from LGA to JFK Airport?+
By car the LGA to JFK Airport transfer takes 30–60 min. By eVTOL air taxi (at launch) it will take 6 min. By helicopter today the same trip is roughly 6 min.
How much does an eVTOL flight from LGA to JFK Airport cost?+
At commercial launch eVTOL pricing for the LGA to JFK Airport route is expected to be $120–$170. Once routes scale (3-5 years post-launch) the per-seat price drops to roughly $60–$95.
Are there helicopter operators flying LGA to JFK Airport today?+
Yes — current helicopter operators serving the New York airport corridor include Blade, Zip Aviation. Charter rates run roughly $195–$295.
When will eVTOL air-taxi service from LGA launch?+
Initial commercial eVTOL service is expected at LGA between late 2026 and 2028, depending on operator certification and vertiport infrastructure. Joby Aviation, Archer Aviation, and Vertical Aerospace have all announced North America launch markets.
Is the LGA to JFK Airport eVTOL transfer cheaper than a helicopter?+
Yes. eVTOL pricing at launch ($120–$170) is roughly 30–50% lower than the helicopter rate ($195–$295) for the same route. At scale, the price drops further to about $60–$95.