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LaGuardia Tops Forbes’ 2025 U.S. Airport Rankings as Delta, Emirates Lead Airline Honors

The second-year awards underscore how an $8 billion rebuild lifted the Queens airport’s reputation.

Overview

  • Forbes Travel Guide released its 2025 Verified Air Travel Awards across 18 categories, naming LaGuardia the Best U.S. Airport.
  • Nearly $8 billion in renovations completed last year were credited with delivering larger gate areas, modern architecture and prominent New York food options.
  • Delta led the airline winners with five honors, including Best U.S. Airline, Best U.S. First Class for its A321neo, Best U.S. Business Class for Delta One and Best Airline App.
  • Delta’s Delta One Lounge at JFK, opened in 2024, was recognized as the Best U.S. Airline Lounge for amenities such as massage chairs, fine dining and private shower suites.
  • International accolades went to Singapore Changi as Best International Airport and to Emirates as Best International Airline, with Skytrax earlier in 2025 also ranking LaGuardia best in North America.