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$70+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to California

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JFK — LAX
Mar 31 — Apr 71
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Mon 4/7
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Average price

$392

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$267 or less

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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/76:59 amJFK - LAS
Nonstop5h 52mFrontier
Thu 4/109:34 pmLAS - JFK
Nonstop4h 56mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$139
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/109:10 pmJFK - LAS
Nonstop6h 08mDelta
Wed 5/147:09 amLAS - JFK
Nonstop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 3/26$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/39:30 amJFK - LAS
1 stop10h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 5/711:00 amLAS - JFK
1 stop8h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/25$185
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/39:30 amJFK - LAS
1 stop10h 37mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/79:26 pmLAS - JFK
Nonstop5h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$186
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/311:00 amJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 11mFrontier
Mon 5/128:50 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 40mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$186
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/169:45 pmJFK - LAS
Nonstop6h 12mJetBlue
Wed 4/301:51 pmLAS - JFK
Nonstop5h 16mJetBlue
Deal found 3/25$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/197:59 amJFK - LAS
Nonstop5h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/2411:54 amLAS - JFK
Nonstop5h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$205
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/34:32 pmJFK - LAS
1 stop8h 52mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/67:45 amLAS - JFK
1 stop12h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$217
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/199:30 amJFK - SAN
Nonstop6h 23mAlaska Airlines
Sat 4/267:00 amSAN - JFK
Nonstop5h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/23$218
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Sun 5/2511:00 amJFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 31mJetBlue
Fri 5/301:25 pmSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 46mJetBlue
Deal found 3/25$219
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Tue 4/291:00 pmJFK - LAX
1 stop9h 07mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/28:50 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$221
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Tue 5/66:53 amJFK - SJC
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/136:00 amSJC - JFK
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$227

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California that are best for you.

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New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/7

6:59 am-9:51 am

Nonstop5h 52m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/10

9:34 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop4h 56m

$139

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/10

9:10 pm-12:18 am

Nonstop6h 08m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/14

7:09 am-3:20 pm

Nonstop5h 11m

$179

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/3

9:30 am-5:07 pm

1 stop10h 37m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/7

11:00 am-10:29 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$185

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/3

9:30 am-5:07 pm

1 stop10h 37m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/7

9:26 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop5h 04m

$186

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/3

11:00 am-2:11 pm

Nonstop6h 11m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/12

8:50 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop5h 40m

$186

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/16

9:45 pm-12:57 am

Nonstop6h 12m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 4/30

1:51 pm-10:07 pm

Nonstop5h 16m

$199

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/19

7:59 am-10:47 am

Nonstop5h 48m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 5/24

11:54 am-8:00 pm

Nonstop5h 06m

$205

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/3

4:32 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop8h 52m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/6

7:45 am-10:59 pm

1 stop12h 14m

$217

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/19

9:30 am-12:53 pm

Nonstop6h 23m

San Diego

Sat 4/26

7:00 am-3:32 pm

Nonstop5h 32m

$218

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/25

11:00 am-2:31 pm

Nonstop6h 31m

San Francisco

Fri 5/30

1:25 pm-10:11 pm

Nonstop5h 46m

$219

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JFK to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

When flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California

Explore weekly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

The most flights from JFK to USCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (133 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated March 26, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines from New York to California have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,330 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,539 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $70. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hawaiian Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California?

    The most popular route from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California is New York John F Kennedy Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. You may also consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Los Angeles or New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Francisco.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California consider choosing KLM (96%), LATAM Airlines (92%) or Korean Air (91%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $118. While the most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) can be booked for $174 on average our data indicates $1,352 when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to California

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$83Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$84Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$138Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$138Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$175Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$179Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$203Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$347Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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