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$52+ Cheap flights from New York State to California

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (USNY) to California (USCA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated enero 30, 2025.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$110
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$52
(CheapOair)

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December

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September

Average price

$326

Good round-trip deal

$275 or less

Good one-way deal

$157 or less
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Cheapest flights from New York to California
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This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/49:29 amEWR - BUR
2 stops14h 31mSpirit Airlines
lun. 3/107:58 pmBUR - EWR
1 stop15h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/30$110
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
mié. 2/127:59 amJFK - LAS
Nonstop5h 59mFrontier
sáb. 2/1510:35 pmLAS - JFK
Nonstop4h 55mFrontier
Deal found 1/30$113
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mié. 2/268:35 amLGA - LAS
1 stop15h 13mSpirit Airlines
mié. 2/2611:59 pmLAS - LGA
1 stop12h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/30$113
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 2/197:55 pmLGA - LAS
1 stop8h 04mMultiple Airlines
lun. 3/311:55 pmLAS - LGA
1 stop13h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$121
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sáb. 3/14:00 pmLGA - LAS
1 stop9h 08mFrontier
jue. 3/611:01 pmLAS - LGA
1 stop13h 00mFrontier
Deal found 1/30$127
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dom. 3/96:59 pmEWR - LAS
Nonstop5h 49mSpirit Airlines
mié. 3/128:20 pmLAS - EWR
3 stops18h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/30$141
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
jue. 2/274:30 pmJFK - LAS
1 stop8h 51mMultiple Airlines
jue. 3/610:35 pmLAS - JFK
Nonstop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$153
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dom. 2/239:00 pmEWR - LAX
1 stop13h 42mSpirit Airlines
vie. 2/285:55 pmLAX - EWR
1 stop8h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/30$166
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/67:59 amJFK - SAN
1 stop14h 18mFrontier
lun. 3/109:19 pmSAN - JFK
1 stop30h 11mFrontier
Deal found 1/29$171
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 2/236:10 pmLGA - LAS
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
mar. 3/410:30 amLAS - LGA
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 1/29$177
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
mié. 3/57:29 pmEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 39mMultiple Airlines
lun. 3/179:33 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$186
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/117:59 amJFK - LAX
1 stop28h 41mFrontier
mié. 2/1910:35 pmLAX - JFK
1 stop8h 26mFrontier
Deal found 1/30$190

Find flights from New York to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 30, 2025.

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New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 2/12

7:59 am-10:58 am

Nonstop5h 59m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

sáb. 2/15

10:35 pm-6:30 am

Nonstop4h 55m

$113

New YorkLas Vegas

LGA - LAS

LGALAS

New York LaGuardia

mié. 2/26

8:35 am-8:48 pm

1 stop15h 13m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mié. 2/26

11:59 pm-3:51 pm

1 stop12h 52m

$113

NewarkBurbank

EWR - BUR

EWRBUR

Newark

lun. 2/24

6:45 am-6:31 pm

1 stop14h 46m

Burbank Bob Hope

jue. 2/27

5:37 pm-5:20 am

1 stop8h 43m

$114

New YorkLas Vegas

LGA - LAS

LGALAS

New York LaGuardia

lun. 2/24

4:00 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 2/25

12:30 am-10:04 am

1 stop6h 34m

$117

New YorkLas Vegas

LGA - LAS

LGALAS

New York LaGuardia

jue. 2/27

10:59 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop26h 56m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 3/6

11:01 pm-3:01 pm

1 stop13h 00m

$128

NewarkLas Vegas

EWR - LAS

EWRLAS

Newark

dom. 3/9

6:59 pm-9:48 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mié. 3/12

8:20 pm-6:04 pm

3 stops18h 44m

$141

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 2/27

4:30 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop8h 51m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 3/6

10:35 pm-6:30 am

Nonstop4h 55m

$153

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

dom. 2/23

9:00 pm-7:42 am

1 stop13h 42m

Los Angeles

jue. 2/27

7:44 pm-5:20 am

1 stop6h 36m

$166

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 3/6

7:59 am-7:17 pm

1 stop14h 18m

San Diego

lun. 3/10

9:19 pm-6:30 am

1 stop30h 11m

$171

New YorkLas Vegas

LGA - LAS

LGALAS

New York LaGuardia

mar. 4/1

4:11 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 4/8

11:44 pm-9:20 am

1 stop6h 36m

$177

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Travel insights for flights from New York to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New York to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of New York to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to California (average of $246). Flying from State of New York to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 NY to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 enero 30, 2025.

When flying from State of New York 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 State of New York to California

Explore weekly flight availability from New York 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 enero 30, 2025.

The most flights from USNY to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (120 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (54 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 enero 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from New York to California have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,153 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from State of New York to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $52. Frontier flights start at $74 while deals on American Airlines start at $89 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 State of New York to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to California (average of $246). Flying from State of New York to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 New York to California

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 enero 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$64Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$82Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$113Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$114Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$177Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$192Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$227Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$231Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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