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$120+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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Nov 30 — Dec 71
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The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Los Angeles are usually found in January or September, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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$120
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Mon 12/97:59 amJFK - LAX
2 stops43h 33mFrontier
Tue 12/177:03 pmLAX - JFK
1 stop8h 27mFrontier
Deal found 11/23$216
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Tue 12/107:59 amJFK - LAX
2 stops18h 03mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/177:03 pmLAX - JFK
1 stop8h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/23$220
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Tue 12/106:10 amJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 20mDelta
Sat 12/149:00 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 14mDelta
Deal found 11/24$266
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Thu 12/129:50 pmJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 30mJetBlue
Mon 12/168:40 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 20mJetBlue
Deal found 11/24$289
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Sat 12/77:50 pmJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 26mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/129:24 amLAX - JFK
1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/23$322
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Thu 12/129:30 amJFK - LAX
1 stop9h 24mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/159:25 pmLAX - JFK
1 stop15h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/25$329

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/9

7:59 am-12:32 am

2 stops43h 33m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/17

7:03 pm-6:30 am

1 stop8h 27m

$216

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 12/10

7:59 am-11:02 pm

2 stops18h 03m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/17

7:03 pm-6:30 am

1 stop8h 27m

$220

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/18

5:05 pm-8:37 pm

Nonstop6h 32m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/25

12:30 pm-8:49 pm

Nonstop5h 19m

$246

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/18

7:40 pm-11:08 pm

Nonstop6h 28m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/21

10:10 pm-6:30 am

Nonstop5h 20m

$247

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 1/13

4:00 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop10h 14m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/21

9:00 am-10:59 pm

1 stop10h 59m

$276

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 1/24

7:35 am-3:52 pm

1 stop11h 17m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/29

3:30 pm-11:54 pm

Nonstop5h 24m

$297

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 12/15

7:59 am-7:23 am

1 stop26h 24m

$120

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/18

8:00 pm-11:33 pm

Nonstop6h 33m

$123

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/15

11:29 am-2:46 pm

Nonstop6h 17m

$124

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/19

6:15 pm-9:54 pm

Nonstop6h 39m

$129

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*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Los Angeles

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How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on November 22, 2024.

The best time to book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Los Angeles is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Los Angeles (average of $240). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 25, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Los Angeles in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 13% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from John F Kennedy Intl to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on November 24, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to Los Angeles. 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 November 25, 2024.

The most flights from JFK to LAX are scheduled on a Sunday (134 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (33 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated November 25, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from New York to Los Angeles, see what other customers have to say about Frontier, Delta and JetBlue. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

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Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

John F Kennedy Intl to Los Angeles Travel Guide

Los Angeles International Airport or LAX is the busiest one in the city. It’s in Westchester which is 18 miles from downtown LA. This is the second busiest airport in the entire country. You’ll find flights coming and going here from most of the major operators. This is also a huge connector from the Americas to places across the Pacific Ocean.

You can also land at John Wayne Airport in Orange County. It’s close to cities like Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, and Irvine. There are flights served here with Southwest, American, United, Alaska Airlines, and Delta.

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Find useful and relevant information for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve John F. Kennedy to Los Angeles flights?

    This route is served by a lot of flights. There are options from many different airlines flying out of JFK going into several Los Angeles area airports. You’ll find the majority flying into Los Angeles International Airport, as it is the largest in the state. There are also options to go into Orange County, Burbank, Long Beach, and Ontario.

  • Which airlines fly directly from John F. Kennedy to Los Angeles?

    There are several options for airlines that fly direct for this route. You can go with JetBlue Airways and land at Long Beach Municipal Airport or LAX. American has several to choose from that fly into LAX. Alaska Airlines also flies into LAX. Delta has non-stop flights into LAX and they’re about six hours which is just a little shorter than the other airlines’ flight paths.

  • What are the stopover options between John F. Kennedy to Los Angeles?

    Stopovers are in various places for this trip across the country. You might touch down in Salt Lake City on Delta. There are stops in Chicago on American Airlines that are a couple of hours long. JetBlue lands in Las Vegas for some of their flights. You’ll also find a few options with American that land in Charlotte for around an hour much of the time. They also fly through Phoenix sometimes. Alaska Airlines has a flight that goes through Seattle on its way to Burbank in LA.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from John F. Kennedy to Los Angeles?

    There is no requirement for a passport or visa to make this trip. You can fly with just your valid form of identification and your ticket.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    For a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Los Angeles, you will be flying into Los Angeles. Los Angeles (LAX) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city. Los Angeles is the only Los Angeles airport and it handles 107 inbound flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl per day. 8 airlines have flights to Los Angeles from New York John F Kennedy Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Currently priced at $216, Frontier will fly you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and JetBlue - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $246 and $247, respectively. Frontier is 46% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Los Angeles are Frontier ($120), American Airlines ($123), and JetBlue ($124).

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

    Consider TAP AIR PORTUGAL (98%), Fiji Airways (96%) or Icelandair (96%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Los Angeles.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $128. While the most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Los Angeles) can be booked for $165 on average our data indicates $1,250 when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Los Angeles.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Los Angeles?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Los Angeles (average of $240). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 are the most eco-friendly airlines from John. F Kennedy International to Los Angeles?

    If you are planning on making a trip to Los Angeles from John F. Kennedy International Airport and you have an interest in using sustainable travel methods, a good first step is to choose an eco-friendly airline. Some of the most eco-friendly airlines on this route include JetBlue, United Airlines, Delta Airlines, and American Airlines. JetBlue has partnered with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to receive a grant to add electric ground support vehicles to improve local air quality through the reduction of significant air emissions. When you travel on American Airlines they offer a program for customers to buy carbon offsets through the Cool Effect program. United Airlines was the 2021 eco-airline of the year award winner as voted on by Air Transport World.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from John. F Kennedy International to Los Angeles?

    As you begin to plan your trip to Los Angeles from John F. Kennedy International Airport a great way to travel in an eco-friendly way is to choose routes that utilize the newest aircraft technology that can operate in a much more fuel-efficient manner. A very fuel-efficient way to make a trip to the airport before your flight is to travel through the extensive light rail system that exists throughout the New York area. One very important step in being an eco-friendly traveler is to take your own travel water bottle thus cutting down on the use of plastic water bottles that create a tremendous amount of waste in the environment. When you arrive in Los Angeles do your best to support the local economy. The products that these companies offer often have a much smaller carbon footprint getting to you as compared to using larger, global chains and brands.

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Top 8 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Los Angeles

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$91Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$128Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$230Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
JetBlueCheapest$235Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$236Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$242Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$255Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$347Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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