Flying in
Airports near UBS Arena
The closest airport to UBS Arena is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 5.6 miles away in a straight line. LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is 8.9 miles.
Airports compared
Straight-line distance from UBS Arena. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | Large airport | 5.6 mi (9.0 km) | NYC | 25 venues we list |
| LGA LaGuardia Airport | Large airport | 8.9 mi (14.3 km) | NYC | Most New York events |
| EWR Newark Liberty International Airport | Large airport | 23 mi (37.3 km) | NYC | 67 venues we list |
Next events at UBS Arena
Opening Night
Disney On Ice: Spotlight Magic!
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Search flights for (the day before to the day after):
- Nov 11: Disney On Ice: Spotlight Magic!
- Nov 12: Disney On Ice: Spotlight Magic!
- Nov 13: Disney On Ice: Spotlight Magic!
- Nov 14: Disney On Ice: Spotlight Magic!
- Nov 15: Disney On Ice: Spotlight Magic!
When events at UBS Arena happen
- 16 of 69 upcoming events (as of Nov 8, 2026) are on Saturdays; 43 fall on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 43 of 67 with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Home teams
- New York Islanders (NHL) play here; see every NHL arena’s nearest airport.
- Of the 30 NHL arenas we list, UBS Arena is the 12th closest to its first airport (5.6 mi; league median 6.5 mi).
Teams visiting UBS Arena
Teams that play here on upcoming dates we sell tickets for, and whose own home is another venue.
- Columbus Blue Jackets, next here Tue, Nov 17
- St. Louis Blues, next here Wed, Nov 25
- Winnipeg Jets, next here Fri, Nov 27
- Florida Panthers, next here Tue, Dec 1
- San Jose Sharks, next here Fri, Dec 4
- Colorado Avalanche, next here Mon, Dec 7
- Calgary Flames, next here Thu, Dec 10
- New York Rangers, next here Sun, Dec 20
Where to stay
Frequently asked questions
How does UBS Arena compare with other NHL arenas?
Of the 30 NHL arenas we list, UBS Arena is the 12th closest to its first airport (5.6 miles; the league median is 6.5 miles).
Which airport should I fly into for a New York Islanders game?
JFK is the nearest airport we list, 5.6 miles away; LGA is 8.9 miles. Fares differ by date, so compare both when you search.
How far is LGA from UBS Arena?
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is 8.9 miles (14.3 km) from UBS Arena in a straight line, against 5.6 miles for JFK.
What time do events at UBS Arena usually start?
43 of the 67 upcoming events with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
What is the closest airport to UBS Arena?
The closest airport to UBS Arena is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 5.6 miles away in a straight line.
Can I book flights and UBS Arena tickets together?
No. Event tickets and flights are separate bookings with separate confirmations, so neither changes automatically if the other does.
