Fairbanks (FAI) to New York (LGA)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
✈️ 3,258
miles
5,244
kilometers
2,832
nautical miles
🕐 6h 42m
Flight Time
🧭 E (83°)
Direction
🌍 +4h
Time Difference
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 3,258 | 5,213 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 3,258 | 5,213 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 3,258 | 4,887 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 3,258 | 4,887 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 3,258 | 6,516 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 3,258 | 4,887 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
When you land in New York, your watch will be 4 hours ahead. Don't forget to adjust for jet lag!
✈️ Flight Details
The FAI to LGA route connects Fairbanks, United States with New York, United States. This long-haul flight covers 3,258 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.
This is a domestic flight within United States. The flight follows a E bearing of 83° from Fairbanks. There is a 4 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About FAI
Fairbanks International Airport
Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) serves Fairbanks, United States.
🛬 About LGA
La Guardia Airport
La Guardia Airport (LGA) serves New York, United States.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
The flight distance from Fairbanks International Airport to La Guardia Airport is 3,258 miles (5,244 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.
Direct flights from FAI to LGA typically take around 6h 42m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.
You'll earn approximately 3,258 base miles on most airline loyalty programs. Elite status members earn bonus miles on top of this base amount.
Multiple airlines typically operate this route. Check with major carriers including American, Delta, United, and other airlines that serve these airports.