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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 | 67 venues we list |
| LGA LaGuardia Airport | Large airport | 11 mi (17.5 km) | NYC | Most New York events |
| JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | Large airport | 20 mi (31.5 km) | NYC | 25 venues we list |
Next events at MetLife Stadium
- From about $95.00View Tickets
New York Jets vs. Buffalo Bills
Parking pass from about $89.00
From about $114.00View TicketsNew York Giants vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
Parking pass from about $83.00
From about $110.00View TicketsNew York Giants vs. San Francisco 49ers
Parking pass from about $100.00
From about $208.00View TicketsNavy Midshipmen vs. Army West Point Black Knights
Parking pass from about $104.00
From about $296.00View TicketsNew York Jets vs. Denver Broncos
Parking pass from about $34.00
From about $65.00View TicketsNew York Giants vs. Cleveland Browns
Parking pass from about $55.00
From about $89.00View TicketsNew York Jets vs. New England Patriots
Parking pass from about $60.00
From about $86.00View Tickets
Search flights for (the day before to the day after):
- Nov 12: New York Giants vs. Washington Commanders
- Nov 15: New York Jets vs. Buffalo Bills
- Nov 22: New York Giants vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
- Dec 6: New York Giants vs. San Francisco 49ers
- Dec 12: Navy Midshipmen vs. Army West Point Black Knigh…
- Dec 13: New York Jets vs. Denver Broncos
- Dec 20: New York Giants vs. Cleveland Browns
- Dec 27: New York Jets vs. New England Patriots
When events at MetLife Stadium happen
- 7 of 17 upcoming events (as of Nov 8, 2026) are on Sundays; 15 fall on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 3 of 16 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.
- Washington Commanders, next here Thu, Nov 12
- Buffalo Bills, next here Sun, Nov 15
- Jacksonville Jaguars, next here Sun, Nov 22
- San Francisco 49ers, next here Sun, Dec 6
- Army West Point Black Knights, next here Sat, Dec 12
- Navy Midshipmen, next here Sat, Dec 12
- Army West Point Black Knights Football, next here Sat, Dec 12
- Navy Midshipmen Football, next here Sat, Dec 12
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 16 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.
