American Airlines Terminal at LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

LaGuardia Airport serves as a main hub for American Airlines. The specific LaGuardia American Terminal is Terminal B, where all the flight operations, including check-in, security screening, and baggage claim, are carried out. The terminal has been completely rebuilt into a 1.3-million-square-foot facility. It features floor-to-ceiling windows that fill the building with natural light and offer stunning views of the Manhattan skyline. Moreover, pedestrian skybridges help prevent traffic jams on the tarmac.

LaGuardia American Airlines Terminal Information

American Airlines primarily operates out of centrally positioned Terminal B at LaGuardia Airport. The terminal features two concourses and four levels, out of which levels 1 and 2 are dedicated to arrivals and departures.

• Level 1: Ground transportation
• Level 2: Baggage claim, parking, and taxi
• Level 3: Ticketing, check-in, and security checkpoints
• Level 4: Bridge to concourse, restaurants, and retail shops

Map of LGA American Airlines Terminal

The LGA airport map includes all the key areas dedicated to American Airlines.

American Airlines check-in at LGA

The American Airlines check-in counters are located on level 3, Aisle C, at Desk 1. 

• Full-service ticket counters for baggage drop and assistance are available in the departure hall.
• Mobile check-in through the American Airlines app option is available to skip the long queues at check-in counters.

American Airlines LGA Terminal B Security Screening

The American Airlines Terminal at LGA features a centralized 16-lane TSA checkpoint.

• The standard LGA wait time at Terminal B is 10 to 20 minutes.
• TSA PreCheck and CLEAR lanes for eligible passengers are located on level 3.
• To skip the security lines, a pre-booking B-fast pass is available for $15.

American Airlines Gates at LGA Airport

After passing through the security checkpoint, cross the signature pedestrian skybridge to reach the gates.

• The Western Concourse serves as the primary home for American Airlines.
• American Airlines typically uses gates ranging from 11 to 31 in the Western Concourse.
• Some of the flights depart from the Eastern Concourse.

Note: Check the boarding pass or the digital flight boards in the main terminal hall to see the gates assigned for the flight.

American Airlines Laguardia Terminal Arrivals

American Airlines arrivals at LGA are handled at level 2 within Terminal B.

• Move to level 2 to access the LGA baggage claim in Terminal B.
• The carousels for American Airlines are mentioned on the digital screen.
• The staff will also announce the carousel numbers.
• After baggage claim, head to the LGA ground transportation area located just outside Terminal B.

LGA American Airlines Terminal Lounge

The American Terminal LGA features a dedicated American Admiral Club lounge.

• The lounge at LGA airport is located at level 3 near Gate 30.
•  Admiral Club members, Citi/ AAdvantage Executive cardholders, and Qualifying First or Business Class passengers on American or partner flights can access the lounge.
• The operating hours for the lounge from Sunday through Friday are 4:30 am to 9:30 pm, and on Saturday are 4:30 am to 8:00 pm.

The LaGuardia Airport American Airlines Terminal B is centrally located. It offers updated facilities, easy navigation, and ground transportation options, including public transit, shared airport shuttles, taxi, rideshare services, and rental cars.

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