Flying in
Airports near Barclays Center
The closest airport to Barclays Center is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 8.5 miles away in a straight line. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is 10 miles.
Airports compared
Straight-line distance from Barclays Center. The drive is always longer, and the roads near a venue are busiest at event times.
| Airport | Type | From the venue | Metro search | First airport for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LGA LaGuardia Airport | Large airport | 8.5 mi (13.6 km) | NYC | — |
| EWR Newark Liberty International Airport | Large airport | 10 mi (16.3 km) | NYC | 55 venues we list |
| JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | Large airport | 11 mi (17.3 km) | NYC | 25 venues we list |
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Search flights for (the day before to the day after):
- Sep 25: Phoebe Bridgers
- Sep 26: Phoebe Bridgers
- Sep 27: WNBA First Round: New York Liberty vs. TBD - Ho…
- Sep 30: Weezer, The Shins & Silversun Pickups
- Oct 1: WNBA First Round: New York Liberty vs. TBD - Ho…
- Oct 2: Teddy Swims
- Oct 3: WNBA Semifinals: New York Liberty vs. TBD - Hom…
- Oct 4: Smashing Pumpkins
When events at Barclays Center happen
- 23 of 112 upcoming events (as of Sep 24, 2026) are on Saturdays; 56 fall on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 74 of 100 with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Home teams
- Brooklyn Nets (NBA) play here; see every NBA arena’s nearest airport.
- New York Liberty (WNBA) play here; see every WNBA arena’s nearest airport.
- Of the 29 NBA arenas we list, Barclays Center is the 19th closest to its first airport (8.5 mi; league median 7.6 mi).
Teams visiting Barclays Center
Teams that play here on upcoming dates we sell tickets for, and whose own home is another venue.
- Philadelphia 76ers, next here Thu, Oct 8
- Charlotte Hornets, next here Wed, Oct 21
- Indiana Pacers, next here Sun, Oct 25
- Detroit Pistons, next here Fri, Oct 30
- Chicago Bulls, next here Wed, Nov 18
- Orlando Magic, next here Fri, Nov 20
- Oklahoma City Thunder, next here Mon, Nov 30
- Iowa State Cyclones, next here Sat, Dec 5
Where to stay
Frequently asked questions
How does Barclays Center compare with other NBA arenas?
Of the 29 NBA arenas we list, Barclays Center is the 19th closest to its first airport (8.5 miles; the league median is 7.6 miles).
How far is EWR from Barclays Center?
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is 10 miles (16.3 km) from Barclays Center in a straight line, against 8.5 miles for LGA.
What is the closest airport to Barclays Center?
The closest airport to Barclays Center is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 8.5 miles away in a straight line.
Which airport should I fly into for a Brooklyn Nets game?
LGA is the nearest airport we list, 8.5 miles away; EWR is 10 miles. Fares differ by date, so compare both when you search.
What time do events at Barclays Center usually start?
74 of the 100 upcoming events with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Can I book flights and Barclays Center tickets together?
No. Event tickets and flights are separate bookings with separate confirmations, so neither changes automatically if the other does.
