Flying in
Airports near MetLife Stadium
The closest airport we list for MetLife Stadium is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 9.7 miles away in a straight line. EWR (9.7 mi) and LGA (11 mi) are almost equally close; searching NYC compares both.
We list large airports and smaller ones with scheduled flights; business and private fields are left out. How we measure.
Airports compared
Straight-line distance from MetLife Stadium. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EWR Newark Liberty International Airport | Large airport | 9.7 mi (15.6 km) | NYC | 55 venues we list |
| LGA LaGuardia Airport | Large airport | 11 mi (17.5 km) | NYC | — |
| JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | Large airport | 20 mi (31.5 km) | NYC | 25 venues we list |
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Search flights for (the day before to the day after):
- Sep 25: AC/DC
- Sep 27: New York Giants vs. Tennessee Titans
- Oct 4: New York Giants vs. Arizona Cardinals
- Oct 11: New York Jets vs. Cleveland Browns
- Oct 15: Usher & Chris Brown
- Oct 18: New York Giants vs. New Orleans Saints
- Oct 25: New York Jets vs. Miami Dolphins
- Nov 1: New York Jets vs. Las Vegas Raiders
When events at MetLife Stadium happen
- 13 of 20 upcoming events (as of Sep 24, 2026) are on Sundays; 18 fall on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 3 of 18 with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Home teams
- New York Giants (NFL) play here; see every NFL stadium’s nearest airport.
- New York Jets (NFL) play here; see every NFL stadium’s nearest airport.
- Of the 30 NFL stadiums we list, MetLife Stadium is the 17th closest to its first airport (9.7 mi; league median 9.2 mi).
Teams visiting MetLife Stadium
Teams that play here on upcoming dates we sell tickets for, and whose own home is another venue.
- Tennessee Titans, next here Sun, Sep 27
- Arizona Cardinals, next here Sun, Oct 4
- Cleveland Browns, next here Sun, Oct 11
- New Orleans Saints, next here Sun, Oct 18
- Miami Dolphins, next here Sun, Oct 25
- Las Vegas Raiders, next here Sun, Nov 1
- Washington Commanders, next here Thu, Nov 12
- Buffalo Bills, next here Sun, Nov 15
Where to stay
Frequently asked questions
How far is LGA from MetLife Stadium?
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is 11 miles (17.5 km) from MetLife Stadium in a straight line, against 9.7 miles for EWR.
Can I book flights and MetLife Stadium tickets together?
No. Event tickets and flights are separate bookings with separate confirmations, so neither changes automatically if the other does.
How does MetLife Stadium compare with other NFL stadiums?
Of the 30 NFL stadiums we list, MetLife Stadium is the 17th closest to its first airport (9.7 miles; the league median is 9.2 miles).
What is the closest airport to MetLife Stadium?
The closest airport we list for MetLife Stadium is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 9.7 miles away in a straight line.
What time do events at MetLife Stadium usually start?
3 of the 18 upcoming events with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Which airport should I fly into for a New York Giants game?
EWR (9.7 miles) and LGA (11 miles) are almost equally close to MetLife Stadium. Fares differ by date, so compare both when you search.
