How many flights depart from New York to California on average per week?

The number of flights available between New York and California is 2,198 per week as of August 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 21% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Which airlines fly to California?

Delta, Spirit Airlines and JetBlue are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from New York according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from New York to California?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in New York, such as Newark or New York, and flying into California, then you can expect flight times to average 5h 59m and 9h 13m, respectively.

How many flights depart from New York to California on average per day?

As of August 2025, 314 flights take off from New York and land in California each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 4:00p.m., with 36% of daily flights taking off at noon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to California?

Frontier, Hawaiian Airlines, and Spirit Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to California?

Prices for flights from New York to California were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to California?

The number of operators available for flights from New York to California is 5 as of August 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to California?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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6:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.JFK-LAS

5h 30mdirect

3:55 p.m. - 11:57 p.m.LAS-JFK

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4:28 p.m. - 11:26 p.m.JFK-LAS

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23 Sep

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27 Sep

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EWR5:50 p.m.Newark

6h 07m

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JFK7:29 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

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1 stop10h 16m

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1 stop13h 37m

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Nonstop5h 03m

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

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1 stop13h 37m

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The cheapest month to fly to California from New York is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 425, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to California in September, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from New York to California during January average around C$ 435.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to California from New York. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was C$ 375. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from New York to California on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around C$ 584. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

Our data shows that the cheapest New York to California flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to California in the morning for as low as C$ 480. Flights to California are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of C$ 1,971. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest New York to California flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around C$ 522 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from New York for as low as C$ 455 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to California flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to California flight.

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Best price found	C$ 120
Fastest flight time	5h 25m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	5 airports

The best one-way flight to California from New York in the past 72 hours is C$ 120. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 221.

The fastest flight from New York to California takes 5h 25m

Direct flights go from New York to California every day.

There are 5 airports near California: Los Angeles (LAX), Ontario (ONT), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA), San Francisco (SFO), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to California?
Prices for flights from New York to California were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to California?
The number of operators available for flights from New York to California is 5 as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to California?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to California?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from New York to California is Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 (17.00% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A321neo (14.10%), Boeing 737 MAX 9 (10.60%), and Boeing 757-200 (8.61%).

Best airlines flying from New York to California

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 101	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,049 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom C$ 166	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.9 3,239 reviews	Search Frontier flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom C$ 167	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,914 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Delta	PriceFrom C$ 432	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights

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Finding the right flight to California from New York is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognizable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to California quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights from New York to California with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from New York to California with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

What is the cheapest New York to California flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to California?

What cabin class options are available on New York to California flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to California flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to California?

Frontier, Hawaiian Airlines, and Spirit Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to California

Which airlines fly to California?

How many flights depart from New York to California on average per day?

As of August 2025, 314 flights take off from New York and land in California each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 4:00p.m., with 36% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from New York to California on average per week?

The number of flights available between New York and California is 2,198 per week as of August 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 21% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How long is the flight from New York to California?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in New York, such as Newark or New York, and flying into California, then you can expect flight times to average 5h 59m and 9h 13m, respectively.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from New York to California?

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I’m not ready to book a flight from New York to California right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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