Flying in
Airports near Citi Field
The closest airport to Citi Field is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 2 miles away in a straight line. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is 8.7 miles.
Airports compared
Straight-line distance from Citi Field. 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 | 2 mi (3.2 km) | NYC | — |
| JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | Large airport | 8.7 mi (14.0 km) | NYC | 25 venues we list |
| EWR Newark Liberty International Airport | Large airport | 17 mi (27.6 km) | NYC | 55 venues we list |
Next events at Citi Field
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Add-ons, not event tickets
Parking, tailgates and passes 1
These are add-on products rather than admission to the event itself, so they are listed separately and are not counted among the upcoming dates above.
Search flights for (the day before to the day after):
- Oct 17: New York City FC vs. Los Angeles FC
- Oct 28: New York City FC vs. Atlanta United FC
- Oct 31: New York City FC vs. CF Montreal
- Apr 2: New York Mets vs. San Francisco Giants - Home O…
- Apr 3: New York Mets vs. San Francisco Giants
- Apr 4: New York Mets vs. San Francisco Giants
- Apr 5: New York Mets vs. Cincinnati Reds
When events at Citi Field happen
- 14 of 83 upcoming events (as of Sep 24, 2026) are on Wednesdays; 40 fall on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 2 of 3 with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Home teams
- New York Mets (MLB) play here; see every MLB ballpark’s nearest airport.
- Of the 29 MLB ballparks we list, Citi Field is the 1st closest to its first airport (2 mi; league median 9.1 mi).
Teams visiting Citi Field
Teams that play here on upcoming dates we sell tickets for, and whose own home is another venue.
- New York City FC, next here Sat, Oct 17
- Los Angeles FC, next here Sat, Oct 17
- Atlanta United FC, next here Wed, Oct 28
- CF Montreal, next here Sat, Oct 31
- San Francisco Giants, next here Fri, Apr 2
- Cincinnati Reds, next here Mon, Apr 5
- Los Angeles Angels, next here Tue, Apr 13
- Texas Rangers, next here Fri, Apr 23
Where to stay
Frequently asked questions
How far is JFK from Citi Field?
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is 8.7 miles (14.0 km) from Citi Field in a straight line, against 2 miles for LGA.
Can I book flights and Citi Field tickets together?
No. Event tickets and flights are separate bookings with separate confirmations, so neither changes automatically if the other does.
How does Citi Field compare with other MLB ballparks?
Of the 29 MLB ballparks we list, Citi Field is the 1st closest to its first airport (2 miles; the league median is 9.1 miles).
What is the closest airport to Citi Field?
The closest airport to Citi Field is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 2 miles away in a straight line.
Which airport should I fly into for a New York Mets game?
LGA is the nearest airport we list, 2 miles away; JFK is 8.7 miles. Fares differ by date, so compare both when you search.
