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$124+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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The best prices from New York to Los Angeles are usually found in January or September, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$185
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$124
(Frontier)

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December

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January

Average price

$523
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/3010:14 amEWR - LAX
1 stop12h 49mSpirit Airlines
ven. 1/108:39 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/23$216
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
mar. 12/317:59 amJFK - LAX
1 stop15h 32mFrontier
lun. 1/69:21 pmLAX - JFK
1 stop30h 09mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$303
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/317:59 pmLGA - LAX
1 stop14h 47mMultiple Airlines
lun. 1/2010:35 pmLAX - LGA
1 stop9h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/23$310
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/3010:59 pmLGA - LAX
1 stop12h 36mFrontier
mer. 1/810:27 pmLAX - LGA
1 stop10h 03mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$318
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/307:59 pmLGA - LAX
1 stop14h 47mSpirit Airlines
lun. 1/69:21 pmLAX - LGA
1 stop7h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/22$336
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/311:00 pmJFK - LAX
1 stop10h 57mMultiple Airlines
jeu. 1/910:27 pmLAX - JFK
1 stop8h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/23$367
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/311:00 pmJFK - LAX
1 stop10h 57mAlaska Airlines
jeu. 1/98:05 amLAX - JFK
2 stops11h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/23$396
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/3012:34 pmEWR - LAX
1 stop13h 26mMultiple Airlines
mer. 1/810:45 amLAX - EWR
3 stops21h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/23$418
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/318:35 pmEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 23mUnited Airlines
sam. 1/181:10 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/23$437
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/316:45 pmEWR - LAX
1 stop7h 55mDelta
mar. 1/76:00 amLAX - EWR
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/23$466
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
mar. 12/247:29 pmEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 28mAlaska Airlines
mer. 1/228:00 amLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/22$472
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/316:15 pmJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 28mDelta
lun. 1/69:10 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 16mDelta
Deal found 12/23$472

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NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

ven. 1/24

4:58 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Los Angeles

mar. 1/28

8:39 pm-5:03 am

Nonstop5h 24m

$185

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

sam. 1/18

6:29 pm-9:57 pm

Nonstop6h 28m

Los Angeles

mer. 1/22

8:39 pm-5:03 am

Nonstop5h 24m

$210

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dim. 1/19

11:00 am-5:02 pm

1 stop9h 02m

Los Angeles

sam. 1/25

1:41 pm-6:30 am

2 stops13h 49m

$211

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

ven. 1/24

9:55 am-11:58 pm

2 stops17h 03m

Los Angeles

lun. 1/27

10:35 pm-11:31 am

1 stop9h 56m

$211

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sam. 2/22

7:59 am-1:35 pm

1 stop8h 36m

Los Angeles

mar. 2/25

10:10 am-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$212

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

ven. 2/7

10:00 pm-8:37 am

1 stop13h 37m

Los Angeles

dim. 2/9

10:35 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop13h 35m

$216

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

mer. 1/22

6:37 am-1:56 pm

1 stop10h 19m

Los Angeles

mer. 1/22

7:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$221

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

sam. 1/18

6:29 pm-9:57 pm

Nonstop6h 28m

Los Angeles

mar. 1/28

10:55 am-7:17 pm

Nonstop5h 22m

$247

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sam. 1/25

7:00 am-10:21 am

Nonstop6h 21m

Los Angeles

sam. 1/25

2:20 pm-10:48 pm

Nonstop5h 28m

$251

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sam. 1/18

3:50 pm-7:24 pm

Nonstop6h 34m

Los Angeles

sam. 1/25

6:00 am-2:20 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

$257

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New York to Los Angeles in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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-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-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-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-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for New York to Los Angeles flights

Find out what our experts recommend to make the most of your New York to Los Angeles trip
Airlines
JetBlue

JetBlue's Mint class offers lie-flat seats and high-end meals on select transcontinental flights.


JetBlue offers free Wi-Fi and live TV on all flights, enhancing in-flight entertainment.

Read more about JetBlueby Blane Bachelor
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer wider seats and extra legroom, ideal for comfort on longer flights.


Spirit's Saver$ Club provides discounts on fares, luggage, and security shortcuts, maximizing savings.

United Airlines

United's Premium Plus offers extra legroom, upgraded meals, and priority check-in on select transcontinental routes.


United's Polaris Lounge at LAX offers showers, daybeds, and dining for premium transcontinental passengers.

Delta

Delta's Comfort Plus offers extra legroom, early boarding, and upgraded snacks on domestic flights.


Delta provides free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members on most domestic flights, enhancing connectivity.

Read more about Deltaby Harriet Baskas
American Airlines

American's Flagship First offers private suites and lounge access for premium transcontinental flights.


American's Main Cabin Extra provides more legroom and priority boarding on domestic flights.

Airports
EWR

EWR's security wait times can vary; plan to arrive at least two hours early to accommodate potential delays.

Read more about EWRby Brandon Schultz
LGA

LGA's security lines are efficient, with waits rarely exceeding 15 minutes. Arrive early to ensure a smooth check-in process.

Read more about LGAby Brandon Schultz
JFK

JFK's Terminal 4 offers top-notch amenities, including Delta lounges and modern eateries, ideal for a comfortable pre-flight experience.

Read more about JFKby Chris Dong
LAX

For LAX arrivals, use the LAX-it shuttle for rideshares. Look for green signs to find the free shuttle buses to the LAX-it station.

Read more about LAXby Ramsey Qubein
Our travel experts
Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Daniel Scheffler

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Expert on Spirit Airlines

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines and Delta

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on American Airlines

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on EWR and LGA

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon travels every week and makes friends with stray cats wherever he goes. Dogs, too... he once brought one home to the US from the Amalfi Coast. He’s written 6 books, visited 6 continents (still waiting on Antarctica), and would eat ice cream 6 times a day if he could. He lives in Brooklyn, New York, with his partner and three cats.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LAX

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on JFK

Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from New York with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from New York to Los Angeles

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from New York to Los Angeles may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 83 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from New York to Los Angeles 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 NYC to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 décembre 24, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New York to Los Angeles in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 7% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon 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 to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from New York 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 décembre 24, 2024.

The most flights from NYC to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (185 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (109 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 décembre 24, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines and JetBlue from New York to Los Angeles to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
9,555 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,580 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
3,258 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
9,009 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

New York to Los Angeles Travel Guide

Ready to trade in the hustle and bustle of the Big Apple for the relaxed vibe of LA? With over 47 million visitors annually, you're in good company. Sunny So-Cal offers a vast array of activities, from hitting the beach and hiking the Hollywood Hills to shopping on Rodeo Drive and spotting celebrities. Several direct flights per day connect these two major cities, whether you're traveling on business or for pleasure.

They're both large cities with famous landmarks, great theater and delicious food, but New York City and LA boast several differences. LA and New York City both put off an exciting vibe, but NYC is much more fast-paced, while LA has a more laid back vibe. When you land in LA, you'll notice a lot more greenery and natural beauty. You have palm trees lining the streets, beautiful canyons and, of course, the beach. The beautiful weather year-round lets you get out and enjoy that natural beauty without the bitter cold and snow of New York City. Getting around the city is also a little different. New Yorkers may miss their public transit in LA. The city is much more car-focused than public-transit obsessed, so plan to rent a car to get where you want to go. Seemingly endless suburbs form a patchwork of exciting options for your trip. Visit the Hollywood Hills for a touch of nature. Beverly Hills gives you a chance to cruise down Rodeo Drive. Catch a glimpse of the rich life in Bel Air and Brentwood. You also have many beach options, including Hermosa Beach, Long Beach, Malibu and Redondo Beach.

LA offers up diverse experiences far beyond its celebrity image. Find cheap flights from New York City to Los Angeles using our smart search engine to experience that diversity for yourself.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from New York City to Los Angeles?

    The flight from New York City to Los Angeles takes about six hours, which really isn't long considering you're traveling between opposite corners of the U.S.

  • Which airlines operate flights from New York City to Los Angeles?

    With many carrier options, there's a good chance your favorite airline travels nonstop from New York City to LA. Some of the airlines traveling the route include Alaska Airlines, American, British Airways, Delta, jetBlue, United and Virgin America.

  • How frequent are flights between New York City and Los Angeles?

    When you're traveling from New York City to Los Angeles, you're in luck. Between the various airlines, you have your choice of multiple nonstop flights each day.

  • Which airports serve New York City to Los Angeles?

    Fly direct to LA from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You'll land at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) flying nonstop.

  • Which direct flight route between New York City and Los Angeles is cheapest?

    Flights from JFK to LAX tend to be the cheapest route between the two cities, although flights from Newark to LAX aren't far behind in terms of price.

  • How busy are the airports in New York and Los Angeles?

    As two of the largest cities in the United States, it is not surprising that there are several airports you could potentially utilize in each city, plus each city has very large international airports that offer several flight options between the two cities. As a traveler departing from New York on flights to Los Angeles from New York, you can fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark International Airport (EWR), or New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to make the trip to Los Angeles. The best choice for an airport in Los Angeles to make a flight to is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and one of the great features about this airport for travelers is they offer their LAX FlyAway bus service that can take you from the airport to Union Station in downtown Los Angeles in about 30 minutes.

  • What airlines have nonstop flights from New York to Los Angeles?

    There are a wide array of direct flight choices to take you from airports in New York to Los Angeles. When you leave from John F. Kennedy International Airport you can fly directly to Los Angeles aboard Delta Airlines, JetBlue, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Alternatively, if your departure point is Newark International Airport (EWR), you can travel on nonstop flights aboard Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, American Airlines, and United Airlines. While there are no direct flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Los Angeles, you can find one-stop flights on Spirit Airlines and American Airlines.

  • What are the best layover options on flights from New York to Los Angeles?

    When you are traveling between two large airports such as John F. Kennedy International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport the direct flights are not only going to be the quickest way to make the trip but are also going to be the most cost-effective. That said, some travelers like to break up a long flight with a stop along the way and that is why the one-stop flight on United Airlines that has a layover at San Francisco International Airport is a nice option that has a price that is similar to the nonstop option. If you travel from Newark International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport you can book one-stop flights on Spirit Airlines that cost less than nonstop flights between these two airports.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from New York to Los Angeles?

    Since both Los Angeles and New York have locations in the United States travelers on flights between these two cities do not need a passport or a visa for their travels. One thing for travelers to bear in mind on this flight route is that in the near future all airlines will require all travelers to present a REAL ID to make this trip.

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

    For a flight from New York 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 155 inbound flights from New York per day. 10 airlines have flights to Los Angeles from New York on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New York to Los Angeles round-trip from $185. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $211, and Alaska Airlines, from $247. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 51% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New York to Los Angeles are Frontier ($124), Spirit Airlines ($124), and Delta ($128).

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Los Angeles?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Los Angeles?

    Before booking your flight to Los Angeles from New York, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: LOT (96%), Qatar Airways (95%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL( 94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest flight price from New York to Los Angeles is $128. On average you can expect to pay $1,308. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $147.

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

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

    If you're on a layover in Las Vegas and looking for things to do, consider visiting Fremont Street Experience, Colosseum at Caesars Palace, or Stratosphere Tower. Those on a layover in Las Vegas interested in visiting Fremont Street Experience, Colosseum at Caesars Palace, or Stratosphere Tower can do so by traveling 5.9 mi, 2.6 mi, and 4.3 mi, respectively from Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl for an average daily rate of $52 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Detroit?

    Detroit travelers tend to visit Fox Theatre, Fillmore Detroit, and Masonic Temple more than any other notable places. Travelers on a layover in Detroit can visit Fox Theatre, Fillmore Detroit, and Masonic Temple, by traveling 17.3 mi, 17.3 mi, and 17.0 mi, respectively after landing at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Those landing in Detroit looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $65 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Charlotte?

    Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center are currently the most popular points of interest in Charlotte. Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center can be visited by traveling about 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.8 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 $51.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from New York to Los Angeles 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 are the most eco-friendly airlines from New York to Los Angeles?

    There are a lot of airlines with direct flights to Los Angeles from New York you can choose from. Some of the airlines amongst the most eco-friendly are JetBlue, Delta, and Alaska Airlines. These three airlines have programs in motion to enhance sustainable travel. JetBlue, for example, has new aircrafts with an advanced engine option reducing its carbon emissions. Delta Airlines has committed to carbon neutrality from March 2020 onward acting immediately to advance clean air travel. As for Alaska Airlines, the aircrafts they use and their engine efficiency helps them to emit less carbon dioxide than the average flights flying this same route to Los Angeles.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from New York to Los Angeles?

    When looking for tickets to get to Los Angeles from New York, you can reduce your carbon footprint by choosing direct fights even if the ones with a layover may be slightly more affordable for the dates you’re looking at. You’ll find direct flights to Los Angeles departing from both JFK and EWR airports in New York. Another way to help the environment is flying during the day. It’s been proven that the heat of the sun reflects some of the carbon emissions from the aircraft. Another eco-friendly tip is packing as light as possible. Make sure to at least stay within the airline’s weight limits and, if possible, even less. If the airplane weighs less, it will use up less fuel on route. Flying economy class can also be a more environmentally efficient way of flying since it’s more space efficient than traveling in business or first class.

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Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 décembre 24, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$96Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$128Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$157Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$174Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$222Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Sun Country AirCheapest$230Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$231Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$252Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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