Airports

When a city has more than one airport, which to fly from — compared on fares, airline choice, drive time, and the rules that shape each one.

12 guides in airports. Every guide ends with the number to call for a live quote or to make the change.

JFK, LaGuardia, or Newark: Which New York Airport to Fly From

How the three New York airports differ on fares, airlines, transit, and which to choose by destination.

Which Florida Airport to Use for the Theme Parks

Orlando, Sanford, Tampa, and Melbourne compared for Disney, Universal, and the Space Coast.

Chicago O'Hare vs Midway: Which Airport to Fly From

Airlines, fares, transit, and which Chicago airport suits which trip.

The Right Airport for Every Major US Cruise Port

Which airport to fly into for Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Port Canaveral, Tampa, Galveston, Seattle, and more.

LAX, Burbank, Long Beach, or Orange County: Which Los Angeles Airport

Four airports, very different experiences. Which to fly into by where you are staying and which airline you prefer.

Reagan, Dulles, or BWI: Which Washington Airport to Use

The three Washington-area airports compared on airlines, fares, and getting downtown.

Houston Hobby vs Bush Intercontinental: Which Airport to Fly From

Southwest at Hobby, United at Bush, and how fares and drive times compare across Houston.

DFW vs Love Field: Which Dallas Airport to Fly From

American's mega-hub against Southwest's home base, compared on destinations, fares, and convenience.

San Francisco, Oakland, or San Jose: Which Bay Area Airport to Fly Into

SFO, OAK, and SJC compared on fares, airlines, fog delays, and ground transport, with the rule for choosing by where you are staying.

Miami, Fort Lauderdale, or West Palm Beach: Choosing a South Florida Airport

MIA, FLL, and PBI compared for fares, cruise ports, drive times, and which one the low-cost carriers use.

Boston Logan, Providence, or Manchester: Which New England Airport Is Cheaper

BOS, PVD, and MHT compared on fares, carriers, and drive times, and when the smaller airports beat Logan on price.

How Early Should You Get to the Airport?

Sensible arrival times for domestic and international flights, when to add a buffer, and how to think about it on a busy travel day.

Written and maintained by the WarBird Flight editors. WarBird Flight is an independent booking service and is not affiliated with any airline. Sources: DOT Office of Aviation Consumer Protection, Bureau of Transportation Statistics.