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$208 Find Cheap Flights from New York to Los Angeles

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New York to Los Angeles departing on 19/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New York to Los Angeles, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New York to Los Angeles, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flight Deals from New York to Los Angeles (NYC-LAX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from New York to Los Angeles 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 New York to Los Angeles

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from New York to Los Angeles.
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06:08 - 09:35EWR-LAX
6h 27mdirect
20:39 - 05:03LAX-EWR
5h 24mdirect
$269Spirit Airlines
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Thu, 23 Jan - Mon, 27 Jan
06:08 - 09:35EWR-LAX
6h 27mdirect
23:20 - 15:04LAX-EWR
12h 44m1 stop
$327Spirit Airlines
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Thu, 23 Jan - Mon, 27 Jan
18:29 - 21:57EWR-LAX
6h 28mdirect
08:00 - 16:30LAX-EWR
5h 30mdirect
$415Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 14 Jan - Wed, 22 Jan
16:39 - 20:05EWR-LAX
6h 26mdirect
10:55 - 19:17LAX-EWR
5h 22mdirect
$423Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 22 Jan - Sat, 25 Jan
06:00 - 09:05EWR-LAX
6h 05mdirect
23:55 - 10:27LAX-EWR
7h 32m1 stop
$432United Airlines
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Tue, 18 Feb - Tue, 18 Feb
06:00 - 11:15EWR-LAX
8h 15m1 stop
19:19 - 05:55LAX-EWR
7h 36m1 stop
$448Delta
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Wed, 9 Apr - Tue, 15 Apr
06:05 - 13:50EWR-LAX
10h 45m1 stop
07:15 - 17:06LAX-EWR
6h 51m1 stop
$456Delta
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Sat, 11 Jan - Tue, 14 Jan
12:10 - 15:23EWR-LAX
6h 13mdirect
19:00 - 07:30LAX-EWR
9h 30m1 stop
$563United Airlines
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Sat, 18 Jan - Sat, 18 Jan
11:41 - 17:14EWR-LAX
8h 33m1 stop
23:55 - 10:42LAX-EWR
7h 47m1 stop
$708Sun Country Air
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Mon, 16 Jun - Wed, 25 Jun
11:41 - 17:14EWR-LAX
8h 33m1 stop
23:55 - 10:42LAX-EWR
7h 47m1 stop
$717Sun Country Air
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Wed, 11 Jun - Sat, 21 Jun

Flights from New York to Los Angeles - Travel Insights & Trends

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

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

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from New York to Los Angeles.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from New York to Los Angeles cost $2,082 and was between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and Los Angeles (LAX). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $2,082.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Los Angeles, 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 New York to Los Angeles is January, where tickets cost $535 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $908 and $764 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from New York to Los Angeles?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of $474, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Los Angeles, 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 New York to Los Angeles, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

September

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$208
Best time to beat the crowds (19% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (35% more expensive on average)
Flight from Newark to Los Angeles

When to book flights from New York to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
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.

FAQs for booking flights from New York to Los Angeles

  • Where is the best place for someone to pick me up after my flight from New York to Los Angeles Airport?

    Those picking you up can do so by meeting you curbside or parking in an on-site pay lot and meeting you at baggage claim. The airport also offers a convenient, complimentary, off-site cell phone lot so drivers can park and wait until you are ready to be picked up.

  • Which frequent flyer club offers the best perks on flights from New York to Los Angeles?

    A little-known secret is that Virgin America’s Main Cabin Select is available for a relatively low amount of flyer miles and it compares quite well to their competitors’ standard economy rates while offering much more leg room for the long flight.

  • How can I get a Lyft at Los Angeles International?

    Lyft has some simple guidelines to get you on your way in no time. Once you have your bags, open the app to locate the nearest pickup zone. Once in the zone, request the type of ride you prefer from the Lyft app and then just keep an eye out for your driver who will meet you in the pickup zone.

  • If I have a lot of baggage to pick up, what is the best way to get it all to my ground transportation?

    Los Angeles airport offers skycap service, but a much more cost-friendly option may be a Smarte Carte, which you can rent for a nominal fee to get your bags from baggage claim to the curb without breaking your back.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Los Angeles was $119 for a one-way ticket and $154 for a return.

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

    JetBlue, American Airlines, Delta, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to Los Angeles flight route.

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

    The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Los Angeles flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

    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 New York to Los Angeles.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles from New York 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 New York to Los Angeles?

    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 Los Angeles with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

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

    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 Los Angeles from New York 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 New York to Los Angeles

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $207 or less one-way.
  • No, you are not at an upscale mall; you are at New York John F. Kennedy Intl. airport. The airport houses a wide selection of stores featuring tech items, travel essentials, and even upscale clothing and accessories. Browse in shops like Hermes, Coach, Michael Kors, and Cartier, all located conveniently in the airport terminal buildings.
  • Los Angeles airport has a wealth of hotels close to the airport. There are budget-friendly choices like Super 8 and Motel 6, which are located right at the airport. There are good mid-range choices such as the Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International, which are adjacent to the airport. If you are looking for a higher-end experience, try the Ritz Carlton Marina Del Rey, located just a few blocks from the Pacific Ocean and just a short drive from the airport.
  • When taking flights from New York to Los Angeles Airport, it’s important to know that the airport is a fair distance from downtown Los Angeles. One great option to get there that comes at a very affordable price is the Flyaway shuttle, which will take you to Union Station in downtown Los Angeles. In addition to being located downtown, Union Station is also the hub for rail and bus service such as Amtrak and Metrolink, which will get you through the rest of Southern California and beyond.
  • If Los Angeles is just serving as a long layover for you, why not spend that time on a mini-adventure? LayoverStop Tours offers tours of Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and much more. Your tour guide will meet you at the airport and take you to discover the hotspots in just 4 or 5 hours.
  • Los Angeles airport offers a wide assortment of dining options from upscale to downright classic. Grab a slice at Zpizza, or enjoy Costero California Bar and Bistro, which offers both fine dining as well as a lively, upscale bar area and, if you are in the mood for something truly Southern California, try the legendary In-n-Out Burger.
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Prefer to fly direct from New York to Los Angeles?

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

Direct departures

New York to Los Angeles

Monday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +24 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +25 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +27 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +28 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +26 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +27 more

Thursday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +26 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +27 more

Friday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +26 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +27 more

Saturday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +26 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +27 more

Sunday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +28 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +29 more

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Direct returns

Los Angeles to New York

Monday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +27 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +28 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +26 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +27 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +27 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +28 more

Thursday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +27 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +28 more

Friday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +25 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +26 more

Saturday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +27 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +28 more

Sunday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +28 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +29 more

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from New York to Los Angeles found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
19/2Wed
directAlaska Airlines
6h 36mEWR-LAX
$208
8/2Sat
directAlaska Airlines
6h 28mEWR-LAX
$217
6/2Thu
directAlaska Airlines
6h 26mEWR-LAX
$219
19/3Wed
1 stopDelta
8h 54mEWR-LAX
$224
11/1Sat
1 stopDelta
10h 45mEWR-LAX
$233
21/5Wed
directUnited Airlines
6h 08mEWR-LAX
$296
30/1Thu
directUnited Airlines
5h 55mEWR-LAX
$306
1/1Wed
1 stopSun Country Air
13h 59mEWR-LAX
$504
2/1Thu
1 stopSun Country Air
8h 06mEWR-LAX
$635
25/12Wed
2 stopsSpirit Airlines
19h 14mEWR-LAX
$775

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Last minute flights from New York to Los Angeles

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from New York to Los Angeles that are departing in the next 10 days.
23/12Mon
directAlaska Airlines
6h 28mEWR-LAX
21/1Tue
directAlaska Airlines
5h 30mLAX-EWR
$983
22/12Sun
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
12h 05mEWR-LAX
21/1Tue
directAlaska Airlines
5h 22mLAX-EWR
$999
20/12Fri
directAlaska Airlines
6h 29mEWR-LAX
25/2Tue
directAlaska Airlines
5h 18mLAX-EWR
$1,000
19/12Thu
multi-stopJetBlue
13h 00mEWR-LAX
15/1Wed
multi-stopJetBlue
12h 02mLAX-EWR
$1,013
19/12Thu
directUnited Airlines
5h 55mEWR-LAX
14/1Tue
directUnited Airlines
5h 18mLAX-EWR
$1,088
23/12Mon
multi-stopSun Country Air
10h 07mEWR-LAX
19/1Sun
multi-stopSun Country Air
9h 08mLAX-EWR
$1,093
19/12Thu
directUnited Airlines
6h 01mEWR-LAX
17/1Fri
directUnited Airlines
5h 10mLAX-EWR
$1,098
23/12Mon
multi-stopSun Country Air
8h 03mEWR-LAX
16/1Thu
multi-stopSun Country Air
11h 42mLAX-EWR
$1,119
23/12Mon
multi-stopDelta
8h 23mEWR-LAX
26/2Wed
multi-stopDelta
8h 09mLAX-EWR
$1,217
20/12Fri
multi-stopDelta
7h 38mEWR-LAX
23/1Thu
multi-stopDelta
9h 39mLAX-EWR
$1,350

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Everything you need to know for your flight from New York to Los Angeles

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