LaGuardia Airport Terminal C

The terminal is open and has lots of table seating with plug ins. They offer 30 minutes free wifi, but it does not work if there are more than a few people in the terminal so as an alternative Boingo is about $ 5 for 30 minutes or $ 7 for the day.
There are a couple of food establishments, the largest is the main part of the terminal and you just order food using an ipad on the table, swipe your card and the food is delivered to your table. Easy.
They actually need more just plain seating. The tables are nice, but they take up more room so there is not really enough seating.

Hmmmm… I’m not a fan of Laguardia. I don’t really have much to say except that my departure today wasn’t too bad. Oh yea, terminal C it’s tightttt-​like 10 toes in a sock tight… the food court, Ipads everywhere and the gates… seemed so scrunched together.

LaGuardia Airport was not too bad. Staff was friendly and helpful when I needed direction. It reminded me of Hobby Airport in HOU, TX back in the early 90’s. This airport could use some remodeling and definitely a revamp of adding a few more security check-​points. There was only one line and it was long, I mean long. It took an hour to get through it and it wasn’t a holiday week or weekend.

I don’t fly out of here often but now appreciate Joe Bidden’s comment on the «third world airport» for LGA. I have to go to terminal D and take a shuttle at gate D2 for my gate for an AA flight to Pittsburgh (gate C43). It is a bit of strange setup and the TSA lines are long. However, once I get to the Marine terminal (where Delta Shuttle is), I was impressed by the food and shopping offerings it has. I guess they renovated the terminal before figuring out the best way to get there I hope this is just temporary and it will become a world class terminal after they finish the upgrade.

This was the first time I’ve flown from LaGuardia, and I have to say, I’d rather not do it again. First of all, the airport needs updating. It’s dank, dark, and a bit scary in parts. Unlike JFK or Newark, it’s not really easy to access. Getting home after a long flight can cost you a hefty penny via UBER. You can use public transport, but it will take you a while to get out of the boonies.

Looking for Terminal A, B, or D? Check out the link here,
WiFi: 30 minutes free access, you must watch an ad first before browsing online*
1. This is the third stop for the M60-​Select Bus Service for the LGA loop, if you come from the city. In other words, this is the order of the M60-​SBS stops: Terminal B (1^st), Terminal D (2^nd), Terminal C (3^rd), Terminal B (again, 4^th stop) and back into the city
2. The security line here in my experience, has always been short. I have never waited longer than 15 — 20 minutes
3. Recently renovated. The bathroom upstairs is clean (before and after security) and new, though small. The bathroom on the ground level is horrendous
4. There are multiple proper «sit-​down» restaurants, equipped with the iPad ordering system
5. Here is one crazy story: I once walked from Terminal B to Terminal C because I got confused with the Concourse/​Terminal numbers and didn’t have time to wait for the free Route A or B bus**. It was dark outside and I walked on a semi-​paved road. I made it. Just in case you are curious if it’d be possible to walk from one terminal to the other, it can be done
6. One thing that is super confusing is the gate numbers. You could be in Gate A1, B1, C1, or D1 of Terminal B. The number «A/​B/​C/​D» stands for Concourse, not Terminal. So really, it is «Terminal B, Gate B1» or «Terminal B, Gate C1.» If you are from Gate C15 — 44, you are in Terminal C. Make sure to identify the correct Terminal for your Über pick-​up
7. When order Über, find the Passenger Pickup ½/​3. This will be the nearest lane when you exit the airport, no need to cross the street. This is a shared lane with taxis. The taxi line here gets crazy long. Once I saw at least 100 people waiting in line because of a snow storm and very limited taxis were available
8. iPads everywhere! Also once past security, Terminal C is connected with Terminal D. You can walk to the other terminal once inside
9. If you want to take M60-​SBS into the city, Terminal B ground floor is the only place to buy a 7-​day MetroCard pass. Find a staff person to help you. So, you need to *find* and take the free Route A or Route B bus** to Terminal B first. Alternatively, if you don’t want to go to Terminal B, prepare for the exact change (11 $.25 coins) and pay at the blue machine before you board
If you get on the bus without paying, the bus driver will ask you to leave and pay outside, then s/​he will shut the door in a New Year second and drive away without waiting for you***
*WiFi instructions:
**Free Route A or Route B bus:
***True stories (plural. I have to unfortunately witness so many astonishing faces of tourists whenever this happens)

LaGuardia seriously needs to be updated and in sync with the 21^st century décor and technology. This airport looks depressing and lackluster for a busy NYC airport with thousands of passengers going through its terminal daily.

Probably the least favorite airport that I’ve been to. It’s hot inside, it’s small and does not have much to offer. Food wise — not much to offer. Only a few places to choose from. If you’re stuck in this airport for a few hours good luck trying to find a wall outlet to charge any electronics you have. They offer stations to charge your phones, but most of the ports are already taken.
If you have the option of flying in or out of JFK airport — just go there. It may be more crowded, but at least there’s more to offer and keep you entertained (especially if you have some time to kill).

Look I don’t know why I’m reviewing an airport terminal. It’s not like you would be here by choice. So maybe I’m just venting.
iPad’s everywhere for ordering and whatever. Totally eliminates the human touch. Hate it.
No shops except for the common book store and a sunglass hut.
Not enough seating for peep waiting at the terminal.
$ 15 cocktail at some cheese bar.
$ 100 lunch for 4 at Italian place that was just meh.
This is not exactly what I wanted for my last New York adventure memory.
Congrats LGA, you are now my least favorite airport.
Update: you have to pay for wifi a

There are only 2 restaurants called crust and empire tavern here. The prices are outrageous as a result, 3.50 for a regular coffee! It seems they’re trying to make up for all the iPads they set up. Plus they changed the seats to these high chairs which I don’t appreciate.

Arrived early and got through security pretty fast even though only one line was open. Went through terminal c.
The first Tsa officer was picking on me the entire time telling me to push my bags. I know what I am doing. I know lap tops have to be separate and so on. I was trying to push my boxes into the machine but it kept backing up. Then the person behind me kept pushing her box. Meanwhile the TSA officer is announcing the normal protocol facing the other way even though there was only ONE line. She was also upset and complaining about it being too hot.
Then the TSA officer takes one glance over at us and yells at me to push my bag saying it doesn’t push itself as if I was stupid.
Well obviously mam if you only paid attention instead of talking to a wall.
The rest of the officers were very polite when patting me down and so on.
Now that my rant is done, the terminal itself is very small. For me it was relaxing since I arrived early and there wasnt that many people. There are chargers and dining areas where you order from ipads. Not too many shopping areas to buy gifts. Bathroom was wet on the floor with no hooks for your jacket.
Must have been a bad day.

I am not the biggest fan of this airport. First of all, why are most of the lounges before security???
It’s a fine spot, but old and not very visually pleasing… Lines at security are usually long and it will take a while to get through security.
However, my biggest disappointment is the food selection inside the terminal… ick. There are not many options and the options that are there are not that great. If you want ‘better’ food, you have to have it outside of security, and even then, it’s not that great! If there were any fast food options before arriving at the airport, that would be better, but not much going on there either.
If you have to go through here, I wouldn’t linger too long at the airport… and bring snacks!

I’d rather be in Syria.
Early flight? Good luck, no food or water available until 5am, are you joking?
Low ceilings, cramped, hell on earth. This place isn’t fit to be a bus terminal much less a fucking airport.

I would give this airport zero stars if I could. They clearly do not care about customer service, especially United Airlines. I honestly hate United but I was in a business trip and didn’t have much of a choice.
I came to the United line to check in one of my bags and accidentally went in the wrong line. One of the check-​in associates nearly yelled at me and had the worse attitude. She wasn’t helpful at all and was so rude. When I checked in my bag at the counter, I was clearly struggling because my luggage was heavy and the check-​in associate behind the counter did not even help me. He even slammed my boyfriends duffle on the weighing machine. What if there was something valuable in there?!
I had a plastic bag with mason jars filled with candy and a cup of fruit and one of the ladies at the ticket verification yelled at me «NO LIQUIDS. YOU CAN’T BRING IN WATER.» Lady, I know. I’ve heard it all over the news since ⁹⁄₁₁. Why couldn’t she say it nicely?
United Airlines and LaGuardia Airport, please send all of your employees to a customer service training camp because they are doing a terrible job.

WINNER! Worst airport terminal in the world! I put 300,000 miles in during 2013 – 14, and hands down LaGuardia Terminal C wins the coveted «worst» Prize. Crappy, dirty small bathrooms, no dining options, no United Clubs (you have to enter the club OUTSIDE of security. And speaking of security: 2 LINES! 2! UGH. And… you have to pay for wifi! And good luck when boarding starts; the entrances are constricted and blocked and people go into RIOT mentality to cram their way in… YIKES! Bring a book and a guided meditation and zen your way through this…
Raze this to the ground and create a first world facility, Please New York!

Whoever designed terminal c, the middle gates, should be smacked in the face. Worst design ever. Only 10 people can sit per gate basically. Super cramped and crowded when boarding starts and people are getting off at other gates. It seems they are trying to make a lot of room for diners but move that elsewhere! Not where people are boarding on and off.
Terrible. Dumb.

I usually don’t fly out of La Guardia, but was pleasantly surprised by this terminal. Once I got through the security area, I went to my gate. In that entire area, there were tables with iPads for ordering food, drinks, etc. with waiter service. The central part is one giant bar — it’s pretty crazy. The annoying thing is that things are quite pricy. They do offer free use of the iPad for internet browsing, but they don’t have free Wifi. These days with everyone being able to use their own devices for web browsing, this is kind of annoying.
Be aware that there is a separate food court area with the similar iPad setup, but it’s a bit of a walk, which I made. It has these string lights to remind you of a cute outdoor area. Not quite, but I applaud the effort.

Not the best airport I’ve ever been to, but it’s pretty decent. It’s kept clean and the people are nice. The lines for TSA were ridiculously long and it seems insane to have only two security checkpoints available for all the people at the airport.
Additionally, the walkways are much too narrow for all the people coming through and the food choices are limited. All-​in-​all, it’s an airport that does the job!

I love coming to NYC but hate flying through LGA. I’m not sure about the other terminals but I fly delta and it is just always disappointing. Security is always long. Regular lines, sky priority, or pre check. There really are no places to sit or even stand near the gates. It is always so disorganized and dusty that I feel like the terminal is always under construction when I go, but I don’t see any progress. I think it’s time that delta terminal got a make over!

I know LGA usually has a bad rap (I prefer JFK myself, but that airport has its own issues, ahem, terminal 8: U.S. airways, I hate you. Thanks). However, I was pleasantly surprised when I walked into the newly renovated terminal C for Delta. The whole area looked very new and bright and welcoming.
There are several new eateries and people look like they were really enjoying the grub (I personally try to avoid eating at airports if I don’t have a long layover as airport food is outside of my student budget). I like the look of the new black and white checkered floors alongside the new dark blue carpet. No stains, no smudges. The seats lining the gates for waiting passengers are a nice new red «leather» (faux leather? Not sure). I could snooze a bit in my seat while waiting to board without being afraid of sitting in gum or a spring that has pushed its way out of the seat cushions. iPad terminals are everywhere. It’s free to use to access internet and you can even order food from your seat where you’re charging your phone or waiting for your flight so you can keep an eye on the gate in case it changes. The airport was a little chilly, but as it is a hot, humid and muggy summer day in June, I’m not complaining.
Even the airport attendants seem friendlier! Everyone was smiling and being attentive. Must be the effects of the new work environment? Big flatscreen TVs offer a variety of things to watch (sports, CNN, etc). All in all, I will definitely fly out of the Delta terminal at LGA again… Which is good bc I have a return flight here in a week lol.
Happy traveling and Bön voyage everyone!