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$118+ Cheap flights from LaGuardia, NY (LGA) to Los Angeles (LAX)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGA — LAX
Jul 27 — Aug 31
Sun 7/27
Sun 8/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York LaGuardia to Los Angeles are usually found in January or March, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Round-trip from

$203
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$118
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$341
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Cheapest flights from LaGuardia to Los Angeles
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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/161:24 pmLGA - LAX
2 stops13h 34mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/2210:31 pmLAX - LGA
1 stop15h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/20$203
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Thu 8/146:30 amLGA - LAX
1 stop8h 37mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/268:30 amLAX - LGA
1 stop7h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20$243

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Los Angeles that are best for you.

Fly from

LaGuardia

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Sat 8/16

1:24 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops13h 34m

Los Angeles

Fri 8/22

10:31 pm-4:31 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$203

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Thu 8/14

6:30 am-12:07 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/26

8:30 am-7:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$243

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Wed 8/13

6:35 am-7:03 pm

2 stops15h 28m

$118

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Wed 8/20

5:55 am-1:00 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$133

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Sat 9/20

8:30 am-1:18 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$144

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Wed 8/13

6:00 am-11:51 am

1 stop8h 51m

$149

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/5

6:30 am-8:40 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$153

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Wed 8/6

3:45 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$154

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from LaGuardia to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2025.

The best time to book flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Los Angeles is 58 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 LaGuardia Airport to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 LGA to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from LaGuardia 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 July 22, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Los Angeles in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from LaGuardia to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York LaGuardia 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.

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 July 22, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Los Angeles, such as Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,233 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,233 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,233 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,962 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,233 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,233 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,031 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,233 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,243 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,233 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from LaGuardia 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from New York LaGuardia?

    For a flight from New York LaGuardia 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 0 inbound flights from New York LaGuardia per day. 7 airlines have flights to Los Angeles from New York LaGuardia on a regular basis.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Los Angeles round-trip from $203. This flight start at 40% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Los Angeles one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $118 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $144 and Delta from $149 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Los Angeles?

    The most popular layover on flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Los Angeles is Charlotte.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Charlotte?

    Charlotte travelers tend to visit Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame more than anywhere else. Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame can be accessed by traveling approximately 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.7 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas. Those on a layover in Charlotte in need of a rental car can book one at Charlotte Douglas for about $47.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York LaGuardia Airport to Los Angeles flights?

    Flights departing from New York LaGuardia Airport and landing in Los Angeles layover in Detroit least frequently.

  • Can I find deals for flights from LaGuardia to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from LaGuardia to Los Angeles?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from LaGuardia to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from LaGuardia 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 LaGuardia Airport to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 7 airlines flying from LaGuardia to Los Angeles

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from LaGuardia to Los Angeles. 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 July 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$138Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$156Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$230Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$231Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$274Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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