Car Rental New York Laguardia Airport

La Guardia Airport (LGA) is situated on Long Island in New York city, and is one of three major airports in the metropolitan area - the others being JFK and Newark Liberty. It receives a high volume of air traffic from across the USA and Canada, and is well served by American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and US Airways along with budget operators such as Spirit Airlines.

The airport consists of four passenger terminals connected by shuttle bus service and walkways. There are a wide choice of restaurants and shops with tax free items on offer at Duty Free America. Weary travelers can also recharge at one of the many hotels located nearby.

As the closest airport to Manhattan Island, passengers benefit from rapid transfer to the downtown area. There is also the option of budget car rental at La Guardia Airport, for those looking to escape the metropolis via the Grand Central Parkway.

With a car hire at La Guardia Airport, a short drive east takes visitors into the Long Island region of New York state. Belmont State Park is about a 45 minute drive away and offers a relaxing alternative to the hustle and bustle of the Big Apple. Venturing a little further east along the island leads to the Hamptons and the historical lighthouses of Sag Harbor.

The Hudson Valley area is also accessible with car rental at La Guardia Airport, and offers a fascinating journey through history, from grand estate houses to museums and historical sites.