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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York to Los Angeles
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Los Angeles?
What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?
The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from New York, with most prices found around C$ 422. If you’re not able to fly to Los Angeles in September, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from New York to Los Angeles during January average around C$ 429.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?
According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Los Angeles from New York. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was C$ 338. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Los Angeles is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around C$ 1,024.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?
At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from New York to Los Angeles when you can find flight prices for as low as C$ 474. Flying to Los Angeles at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around C$ 1,303. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.
What is the cheapest New York to Los Angeles flight route?
Fly from Newark to Los Angeles for the best New York - Los Angeles flight prices
How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from New York when booking 17 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around C$ 523 when searching 17 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from New York for as low as C$ 455 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on New York to Los Angeles flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles flights?
No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York to Los Angeles.
How have New York to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?
As of June 2025, prices for New York to Los Angeles flights are approximately 20% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Los Angeles?
Spirit Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Los Angeles
Which airlines fly to Los Angeles?
Delta, Spirit Airlines and JetBlue are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Los Angeles from New York according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Los Angeles. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Los Angeles on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from New York to Los Angeles on average per day?
As of June 2025, 176 flights take off from New York and land in Los Angeles each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 4:00p.m., with 38% of daily flights taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from New York to Los Angeles on average per week?
As of June 2025, 1,237 flights take off from New York and land in Los Angeles each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
When to book flights from New York to Los Angeles
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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from New York to Los Angeles
Best price found | C$ 146 |
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Fastest flight time | 5h 44m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in Los Angeles | 1 airport |
How far is New York to Los Angeles by plane?
The distance between New York and Los Angeles is about 3940.2 km. Flights usually cover this in 5h 44m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Los Angeles Airport?
Prices for flights from New York to Los Angeles Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Los Angeles Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from New York to Los Angeles Airport is 4 as of June 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Los Angeles Airport?
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 Los Angeles Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Los Angeles Airport 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 Los Angeles Airport. 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 Los Angeles?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between New York and Los Angeles, the leading plane model is Airbus A321neo, making up 21.66% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 with 14.57%, Boeing 757-200 with 8.51%, and Boeing 777 with 7.94%.
What is the most popular airline from New York to Los Angeles?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from New York to Los Angeles is Spirit Airlines, representing 67% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Frontier at 18% and JetBlue at 15%.
Best airlines flying from New York to Los Angeles
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from New York to Los Angeles with momondo
Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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PriceFrom C$ 100 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,052 reviews | |||
PriceFrom C$ 164 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,295 reviews | |||
PriceFrom C$ 286 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 2,925 reviews | |||
PriceFrom C$ 427 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,946 reviews |
Delta Flights From New York to Los Angeles
The lowest priced Delta flight from New York to Los Angeles from the last 72 hours was C$ 312. Generally, Delta has 28 flights on this route every week with an average price of C$ 407. Delta is rated 8.0/10 by our users.
JetBlue Flights From New York to Los Angeles
JetBlue (7.3/10 from 2,925 reviews) operates around 42 flights from New York to Los Angeles in any given week. The average JetBlue airfare for this route is around C$ 410, with deals from around C$ 209 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip New York to Los Angeles flight searches in the last 72 hours.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from New York to Los Angeles?
Finding the right flight to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles quick and easy, saving you time and money.
Can I find flights from New York to Los Angeles with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for New York to Los Angeles flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights from New York to Los Angeles?
momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Los Angeles from New York. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.
I’m not ready to book a flight from New York to Los Angeles right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes. momondo can track prices for New York to Los Angeles flights and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.