Missed your Midtown connection because the rideshare driver circled Terminal B three times looking for you? That’s the $200 client meeting you won’t get back. Gotham Ride provides LGA airport car service with a 98% on-time guarantee, because LaGuardia’s 8-mile proximity to Manhattan doesn’t mean your schedule has room for guesswork. Our TLC-licensed chauffeurs know every terminal pickup zone, track your flight in real-time, and quote you a fixed rate before you book. Business Class Sedan to Manhattan? $122.66, all in. No surge pricing when it’s raining. No driver cancellations during the morning rush. Just professional airport car service that treats your schedule like it matters.
We track 400+ LGA transfers monthly, and 98% arrive within the scheduled window. That includes Tuesday mornings when the BQE turns into a parking lot and Friday afternoons when everyone's racing to catch their weekend flight. Our Business Class Sedans don't show up 25 minutes late because the driver was finishing another fare in Brooklyn. When your American flight touches down at 7:15 AM, your pickup is calculated for 7:55 AM curbside, accounting for Terminal B baggage claim timing and current Grand Central Parkway conditions. (And yes, we've all watched the GPS turn red on the Triborough. Our dispatch knows the Astoria Boulevard backup routes.)
LGA to Midtown Manhattan in a Business Class Sedan: $122.66. That's the rate at 6 AM, 6 PM, during a thunderstorm, and on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. We don't run algorithms that triple your fare because demand spiked. You see the price when you book, that's the price you pay. Compare that to the metered taxi that hit $85 because traffic crawled through the Midtown Tunnel, or the rideshare that quoted $45 and charged $78 after "surge adjustments." Our black car service pricing works the way pricing should work: predictable, transparent, professional.
You don't need to text "landed" because we're already watching FlightAware. Domestic arrival into LGA typically needs 30-45 minutes from touchdown to curbside (shorter than JFK since LGA handles mostly domestic flights). Our system calculates this automatically. If your Chicago-origin flight lands 15 minutes early, the chauffeur gets the update and adjusts. If you're stuck on the taxiway behind six regional jets, same deal. For all domestic arrivals, you get 60 minutes of complimentary wait time. No rushing, no clock-watching, no extra charges if baggage claim takes longer than expected.
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Every vehicle in our fleet meets the same standard: late-model, commercially insured, TLC-compliant, and maintained to executive specifications. You’re not getting a driver’s personal car with an air freshener dangling from the mirror. You’re getting a professional vehicle with Wi-Fi, bottled water, phone chargers, and a chauffeur who knows the difference between Terminal A and Terminal C.
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$ 357.23The Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Audi A6, or Cadillac XTS handles 3 passengers with 2 bags comfortably. This is what 70% of our LGA clients book: solo business travelers or couples heading to Manhattan hotels. Fixed rate to Midtown: $122.66. That’s 45% less than hailing a First Class option and significantly more predictable than hoping your rideshare driver actually shows up at the right terminal.
Traveling with kids, extra luggage, or a small team? The Chevrolet Suburban or GMC Yukon XL fits 5 passengers with 5 bags. Plenty of room for car seats, golf clubs, or the sample cases your sales team hauls to every client meeting. Business Class SUV to Manhattan runs approximately $150-190 depending on exact destination. First Class SUV (Cadillac Escalade ESV) for the premium experience: $223.47.
Board retreat landing at LGA? Conference delegation arriving together? The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van handles up to 12 passengers with 12 bags. One vehicle, one chauffeur, one pickup coordination instead of three separate cars and the inevitable “wait, which sedan is mine?” confusion. Hourly charter rates available for multi-stop itineraries after airport pickup.
| Vehicle Type | Capacity | LGA to Manhattan | Best For |
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| Business Class Sedan | 3 pax, 2 bags | $122.66 | Solo executives, couples |
| Comfort Van | 4 pax, 4 bags | $171.17 | Families, extra luggage |
| Business Class SUV | 5 pax, 5 bags | From $150* | Groups, extra space |
| First Class Sedan | 3 pax, 2 bags | $223.47 | Premium experience |
| First Class SUV | 5 pax, 6 bags | $223.47 | Luxury group travel |
| Sprinter Van | 15 pax, 12 bags | From $250* | Corporate groups |
* Exact rates depend on destination. Request quote for precise pricing. Rates include vehicle, driver, fuel, Wi-Fi, water, standard tolls. 15% gratuity included in online bookings.
Fixed rates. Real-time tracking. 98% on-time performance.
LaGuardia sits 8 miles from Midtown Manhattan. Sounds quick. Reality depends entirely on when you’re traveling, which route your driver takes, and whether the Grand Central Parkway has decided to cooperate. Here’s what to actually expect:
The most common route. Most drivers take the Grand Central Parkway to the RFK Bridge (Triborough), then down the FDR Drive to your Midtown destination. Off-peak (before 7 AM, after 8 PM): 25-30 minutes. Rush hour (7-10 AM, 4-7 PM): 35-50 minutes. Our dispatch monitors traffic in real-time and adjusts pickup timing accordingly. If you need to make a 9 AM meeting on Park Avenue, we’re calculating backward from that, not hoping for the best.
Heading to Wall Street, the World Trade Center area, or Battery Park? Add 10-15 minutes to the Midtown estimate. The FDR Drive continues south, but lower Manhattan traffic patterns are their own puzzle. Our chauffeurs know whether cutting through the Midtown Tunnel to the West Side Highway makes sense or whether staying on the FDR is faster on a given day.
Brooklyn Heights, DUMBO, Williamsburg, or Long Island City? These are often faster than Manhattan because you’re not crossing bridges into the island’s traffic. LGA to Downtown Brooklyn runs 25-30 minutes via the BQE (when it’s moving) or local streets through Astoria and Greenpoint. Queens destinations like Forest Hills, Jamaica Estates, or Bayside are even closer, sometimes under 20 minutes.
Prefer to speak with us? Call 24/7: 212-763-7722
You shouldn’t need a PhD to book airport transportation. Here’s the actual process, start to finish.
Go to gothamride.com, enter "LGA" or "LaGuardia" as pickup, add your destination, select vehicle type, pick your arrival time. System quotes you the flat rate. Enter passenger name, flight number (optional but recommended for tracking), and phone number. Pay online (15% gratuity already included) or arrange to pay the chauffeur (add 15% gratuity). Confirmation email arrives in 30 seconds with chauffeur contact info and pickup instructions. Prefer to talk to a human? Call 212-763-7722 anytime. We're 24/7. You can also use the Gotham Ride app (iOS and Android) for bookings, stored addresses, and real-time chauffeur tracking.
When you provide a flight number, our system pulls real-time data from FlightAware. If your scheduled 5:00 PM landing turns into 6:15 PM because of O'Hare weather delays, the chauffeur's dispatch updates automatically. You don't need to call us. You don't need to text "delayed." The system knows, and the pickup time shifts to match your actual arrival.
Curbside pickup (included in base rate): Once you land, grab your bags, walk outside to the Ground Transportation area. Text the chauffeur "ready" or call the number from your confirmation email. They'll reply with exact parking spot: "Terminal B, second vehicle on the right, black Mercedes." Total time from text to wheels rolling: 3-5 minutes. Meet & Greet (+$35): Chauffeur meets you inside the terminal at baggage claim, holding a sign with your name. They'll help with luggage, walk you to the vehicle, and handle loading. Worth it if you're traveling with kids, have mobility concerns, or just want the full-service experience.
Fixed rates to all 9 NYC and regional airports. Professional service, guaranteed on-time.
Based on 10,000+ LaGuardia Airport transfers annually, we’ve identified the optimal pickup timing: domestic arrivals require 45-60 minutes from touchdown to curbside (including baggage), international arrivals need 75-90 minutes. Our flight tracking automatically calculates this. The FDR Drive vs. Van Wyck Expressway routing decision happens in real-time based on current conditions—our chauffeurs receive live traffic updates and adjust routes mid-trip, saving an average of 12 minutes during peak hours.
Every Gotham Ride chauffeur holds a valid NYC Taxi & Limousine Commission license. That’s not a formality. It means background checks, drug testing, vehicle inspections, and commercial insurance that actually covers you if something goes wrong. Compare that to the rideshare driver who started last week and is using their personal car with personal insurance. Our drivers average 5+ years of professional chauffeur experience, they know LGA’s terminal layout, the Grand Central Parkway patterns, and which FDR exit puts you closest to your hotel.
Professional chauffeur service across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut & Long Island
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Manhattan
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Midtown Manhattan, Financial District, Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Tribeca, SoHo, Greenwich Village, Chelsea, Battery Park City, Hudson Yards |
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Brooklyn
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Brooklyn Heights, Cobble Hill, Carroll Gardens, DUMBO, Boerum Hill, Park Slope, Williamsburg, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Fort Greene, Prospect Heights |
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Queens
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Malba, Forest Hills, Jamaica Estates, Bayside, Douglaston, Kew Gardens, Astoria, Long Island City |
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Bronx
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Riverdale, Fieldston, City Island, Spuyten Duyvil, Bedford Park |
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Staten Island
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Todt Hill, Grymes Hill, Emerson Hill, Lighthouse Hill, Richmondtown |
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Westchester County
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Scarsdale, Rye, Bronxville, Larchmont, Chappaqua, Armonk, Bedford, Katonah, White Plains, New Rochelle, Mamaroneck, Harrison, Pelham |
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Long Island
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Sagaponack, Bridgehampton, Water Mill, Sands Point, Old Westbury, East Hampton, Southampton, Locust Valley, Oyster Bay Cove, Manhasset, Great Neck, Roslyn |
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New Jersey
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Newark, Jersey City, Hoboken, Fort Lee, Paramus, Ridgewood, Alpine, Saddle River, Short Hills, Englewood Cliffs, Montclair, Tenafly, Franklin Lakes, Millburn |
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Connecticut
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Greenwich, Stamford, Fairfield, Darien, New Canaan, Westport, Wilton, Ridgefield, Cos Cob |
Regional Airports & City-to-City Transfers
Need to connect from LGA to Newark Airport for a connecting flight? Transfer from LaGuardia Airport to JFK? We handle inter-airport transfers. Or maybe you’re flying into LaGuardia Airport but your actual destination is Philadelphia, Boston, or DC—we do city-to-city car service for long-distance trips where flying doesn’t make sense (or you just prefer a private vehicle to Amtrak).
98% on-time guarantee. Flat rates. Zero surge.
A Business Class Sedan from LGA to Manhattan costs $122.66 (fixed rate). Comfort Van runs $171.17. First Class Sedan or SUV is $223.47. All rates are fixed, include vehicle, driver, fuel, and standard tolls. No surge pricing, no metered surprises.
For curbside pickup (included in base rate), your chauffeur waits in the Ground Transportation area outside your terminal. You’ll receive their exact location via text. For Meet & Greet (+$35), the chauffeur meets you inside at baggage claim with a name sign.
Yes. We monitor all flights in real-time via FlightAware. If your flight is delayed or arrives early, your chauffeur adjusts the pickup time automatically. You don’t need to call or text us about delays.
We provide 60 minutes of complimentary wait time for all airport arrivals. This gives you plenty of time to deplane and collect your luggage without being rushed. Additional wait time beyond 60 minutes may incur extra charges.
Yes. When booking, you select your vehicle class: Business Sedan, Comfort Van, Business SUV, First Class Sedan, First Class SUV, or Sprinter Van. You’re guaranteed that vehicle category. Specific make/model may vary (e.g., Mercedes E-Class or Audi A6 for Business Sedan).
We include 60 minutes of complimentary wait time from actual landing (not scheduled landing). So if you land at 4:45 PM but don’t clear Customs until 6:00 PM, that’s covered. Wait fees only apply if you’re past 60 minutes from touchdown, and it’s $2/minute—not “vehicle left, rebook at surge rates” like some rideshares.
* Pricing and availability subject to change based on demand, route, travel date, and vehicle selection. Rates shown are representative samples; request a personalized quote for exact pricing. Service routes and transfer times may vary due to traffic, weather, and road conditions. All services subject to Gotham Ride’s terms and conditions. Contact us at 212-763-7722 for real-time availability and quotes.
