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Cheap Flight Deals from Los Angeles to New York (LAX-NYC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Los Angeles to New York that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Los Angeles to New York

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Los Angeles to New York.
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20:50 - 05:30LAX-JFK
5h 40mdirect
11:30 - 14:41JFK-LAX
6h 11mdirect
$275Frontier
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Sun, 4 May - Wed, 7 May
21:25 - 05:50LAX-EWR
5h 25mdirect
10:15 - 13:18EWR-LAX
6h 03mdirect
$308Spirit Airlines
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Sun, 4 May - Wed, 7 May
00:59 - 09:28LAX-JFK
5h 29mdirect
13:00 - 21:49JFK-LAX
11h 49m1 stop
$350JetBlue
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Tue, 29 Apr - Wed, 30 Apr
22:34 - 12:57LAX-JFK
11h 23m1 stop
16:30 - 19:57JFK-LAX
6h 27mdirect
$361JetBlue
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Mon, 12 May - Tue, 13 May
07:54 - 16:29LAX-EWR
5h 35mdirect
07:46 - 10:45EWR-LAX
5h 59mdirect
$413Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, 28 May - Wed, 4 Jun
07:00 - 15:28LAX-EWR
5h 28mdirect
10:15 - 15:05EWR-LAX
7h 50m1 stop
$430United Airlines
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Sat, 26 Apr - Sat, 3 May
07:00 - 15:28LAX-EWR
5h 28mdirect
20:10 - 23:29EWR-LAX
6h 19mdirect
$465United Airlines
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Mon, 5 May - Mon, 5 May
22:21 - 06:30LAX-EWR
5h 09mdirect
07:30 - 10:46EWR-LAX
6h 16mdirect
$472Hawaiian Airlines
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Tue, 29 Apr - Wed, 30 Apr
06:00 - 14:34LAX-JFK
5h 34mdirect
17:00 - 21:47JFK-LAX
7h 47m1 stop
$545American Airlines
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Fri, 4 Jul - Sat, 12 Jul
21:48 - 09:44LAX-EWR
8h 56m1 stop
05:00 - 11:13EWR-LAX
9h 13m1 stop
$733American Airlines
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Mon, 9 Jun - Fri, 13 Jun

KAYAK's insights & trends for Los Angeles to New York flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to New York to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Los Angeles to New York flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to New York.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Los Angeles to New York cost $359 and was between Los Angeles (LAX) and Newark Airport (EWR). On average, the best prices are found if you fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK). The average price for a return flight for this route is $359.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to New York is January, where tickets cost $516 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $777 and $752 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to New York, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

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Low season

February

High season

December

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$207
Best time to beat the crowds (18% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (15% more expensive on average)
Flight from Los Angeles to Newark Liberty Airport

When to book flights from Los Angeles to New York

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to New York based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from Los Angeles to New York: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Los Angeles to New York 
JFlew with Alaska AirlinesLAX-EWROct 2024
You get a little a Pretzel bag or Biscoff crackers. Bring your snacks for the long haul. And listen for free gate checks !
alanFlew with Alaska AirlinesLAX-EWRJul 2024
Show up early. Security line was long (admittedly at the end of the 4th of July weekend).
Verified travelerFlew with Spirit AirlinesLAX-EWRAug 2024
Don’t take spirit. JetBlue, American, and United are much better.
AvramFlew with United AirlinesLAX-EWRMar 2024
We booked a car but there were lots of taxis available.
MagedaFlew with United AirlinesLAX-EWRFeb 2024
If you use the United mileage card, you will have priority boarding, which puts you to board in group 2, you get one free luggage checked in, gives you 2 free annual passes for United Club, drop off bags it's easy and convenient on level 2 in both airports Lax and Newark after checking in online

FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to New York

  • What are the options to park my car at Los Angeles International?

    Los Angeles offers valet parking, standard terminal parking, and economy parking. In addition, there are several pay lots located around the airport that provide shuttle service to and from the airport; plus, even some hotels around the airport offer parking with shuttle service for a fee.

  • What is the cheapest way to travel from New York LaGuardia to Manhattan?

    A one-way trip on a New York City Metropolitan Transportation Authority bus costs just $2.75, and they offer service to all parts of Manhattan as well as to Queens and Long Island.

  • How easy is it to rent a car at John F. Kennedy International?

    All of the major rental companies like Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, and National have lots and offices located right at the entrance to the airport. All of the rental car locations can be reached by taking the airport's AirTrain transportation system.

  • Can I get an Uber when landing at Newark?

    Of course! Uber asks that you request your ride when you are ready to head outside, exit on the arrivals level by following the signs for passenger pick-up, and then select your terminal and door number to help your driver locate you.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to New York?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to New York was $119 for a one-way ticket and $158 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to New York?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to New York flight route: JetBlue, American Airlines, Delta, Alaska Airlines, Iberia, and British Airways.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to New York?

    The Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to New York flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to New York?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Los Angeles and New York, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to New York?

    There are direct flights from Los Angeles to New York on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to New York?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to New York.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to New York?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to New York?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to New York with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to New York?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New York from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to New York

  • Since the New York metropolitan area boasts three large, international airports, it can be helpful to take into account where you will be heading after flights from Los Angeles to New York. All three airports can be used when traveling to Manhattan, but New York John F. Kennedy Intl. is more convenient when traveling to Queens, Brooklyn, or Long Island. New York LaGuardia is an excellent choice for upper Manhattan or the Bronx, while Newark is an excellent choice for the West Side of Manhattan or Staten Island.
  • If your furry, four-legged friend is making the trip with you from Los Angeles to New York, you will be happy to know that they do not have to "hold it" the whole way there. Los Angeles International offers a total of eleven pet relief stations located throughout all of the terminals. In addition, three of the stations are located before you pass through security and the other eight are located inside each of the terminal buildings once you have passed through security.
  • If the kids land at NewYork LaGuardia craving a kid-friendly meal, the airport offers some fantastic, family-friendly dining choices. The whole family can get their favorite taco or burrito at Vuelo Taqueria in Terminal C, and they can all grab their favorite burger at Custom Burgers by Pat La Frieda in Terminal D.
  • Flights from Los Angeles to New York John F. Kennedy can be 5 hours or longer. If you are looking to refresh yourself after such a long flight, why not stop into one of XpressSpa's eight airport locations? XpressSpa offers all of the traditional spa services you would expect, like massages, nail care, facials, haircuts and styling, and body waxing. Each location's hours vary depending on flight schedule, but you can call or email to book appointments, or simply walk in.
  • If landing in the New York area is just for an overnight stopover on a more extended trip to Europe or Asia, Newark boasts eight hotels that are just outside the airport grounds. In addition, the Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott is located on the airport property.
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Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to New York?

Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Airport to New York, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles to New York

Monday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

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Direct returns

New York to Los Angeles

Monday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

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Top airline flying from Los Angeles to New York

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Los Angeles to New York. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Los Angeles to New York? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.2
American AirlinesOverall score based on 10000 reviews
7.2Comfort
6.9Entertainment
8.0Crew
7.5Boarding
6.5Food
Airline reviews

Worst seats I’ve ever had !!! The seats were very narrow and uncomfortable and misaligned with the seats in front of mine leading to bottom of the seat in front of mine pressing on my legs for 15.5 hours !

4.0 OkayLisa, Mar 2025LAX - SYD
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Worst seats I’ve ever had !!! The seats were very narrow and uncomfortable and misaligned with the seats in front of mine leading to bottom of the seat in front of mine pressing on my legs for 15.5 hours !

This was an overnight flight. There was no meal service in first class, just a simple snack basket was offered along with beverages. There should have been some type of continental breakfast prior to arrival in PHL. As an Executive Platinum American Airlines Advantage member, I received no name recognition from the first class flight attendant. When disembarking at PHL, the flight attendants were more interested in their cell phones than saying "thank you" to the passengers as they disembarked.

The flight was quick and to the point. The crew just did their job w/o excessive talking and everything was just perfect.

Awkward carry on process. Forced to check all carry on. No overhead space of worthiness. Left delayed, but made up the time. Crew was amicable.

Flight was empty so had a whole row to myself. Still had to wait to get the bag due to the negligence at Palm Springs departure.

Amazingly comfy flight - I had upgraded for a reasonable price and it was worth it. The food also was good.

DO NOT BOOK THROUGH AMERICAN AIRLINES IF YOU HAVE ANY ADDITIONAL NEEDS. Great flight, crew etc. it wasn’t full so had space to stretch out Only downside was there was no GF option for my partner. We booked through American and it was a Qantas flight so despite contacting both airlines to confirm, she didn’t have a gluten free meal for the 16 hour flight (nor the flight in the other direction). The flight attendants did their best to accommodate but it was not super substantial.

Only thing that I liked it that I got to my destination safely, otherwise American Airlines stinks.

Ok. Got us there safely and a bit early. Need food available on this long flight. Almost 3 hours.

Flight was delayed multiple times and I chose to switch to another flight that had a layover. I finally arrived 7 hours later than I was supposed to.

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