Flying in
Airports near Yankee Stadium
The closest airport to Yankee Stadium is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 4.7 miles away in a straight line. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is 15 miles.
Airports compared
Straight-line distance from Yankee 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LGA LaGuardia Airport | Large airport | 4.7 mi (7.5 km) | NYC | — |
| JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | Large airport | 15 mi (24.6 km) | NYC | 25 venues we list |
| EWR Newark Liberty International Airport | Large airport | 16 mi (25.3 km) | NYC | 55 venues we list |
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Search flights for (the day before to the day after):
- Sep 25: New York Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles
- Sep 26: New York Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles
- Sep 27: New York Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles
- Sep 29: AL Wild Card: New York Yankees vs. TBD - Game 1…
- Sep 30: AL Wild Card: New York Yankees vs. TBD - Game 2…
- Oct 1: AL Wild Card: New York Yankees vs. TBD - Game 3…
- Oct 3: American League Division Series: New York Yanke…
- Oct 4: American League Division Series: New York Yanke…
When events at Yankee Stadium happen
- 19 of 99 upcoming events (as of Sep 24, 2026) are on Saturdays; 52 fall on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 3 of 5 with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Home teams
- New York Yankees (MLB) play here; see every MLB ballpark’s nearest airport.
- New York City FC (MLS) play here; see every MLS stadium’s nearest airport.
- Of the 29 MLB ballparks we list, Yankee Stadium is the 7th closest to its first airport (4.7 mi; league median 9.1 mi).
Teams visiting Yankee Stadium
Teams that play here on upcoming dates we sell tickets for, and whose own home is another venue.
- Tampa Bay Rays, next here Thu, Sep 24
- Baltimore Orioles, next here Fri, Sep 25
- Athletics, next here Mon, Mar 29
- Arizona Diamondbacks, next here Fri, Apr 9
- Washington Nationals, next here Fri, Apr 16
- Milwaukee Brewers, next here Mon, Apr 19
- Chicago Cubs, next here Fri, Apr 30
- Philadelphia Phillies, next here Fri, May 14
Where to stay
Frequently asked questions
What is the closest airport to Yankee Stadium?
The closest airport to Yankee Stadium is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 4.7 miles away in a straight line.
What time do events at Yankee Stadium usually start?
3 of the 5 upcoming events with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Can I book flights and Yankee Stadium tickets together?
No. Event tickets and flights are separate bookings with separate confirmations, so neither changes automatically if the other does.
Which airport should I fly into for a New York Yankees game?
LGA is the nearest airport we list, 4.7 miles away; JFK is 15 miles. Fares differ by date, so compare both when you search.
How does Yankee Stadium compare with other MLB ballparks?
Of the 29 MLB ballparks we list, Yankee Stadium is the 7th closest to its first airport (4.7 miles; the league median is 9.1 miles).
How far is JFK from Yankee Stadium?
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is 15 miles (24.6 km) from Yankee Stadium in a straight line, against 4.7 miles for LGA.
