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Cheap flights from New York to Los Angeles from $169

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — LAX
30 Nov — 7 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Los Angeles are usually found in September or January, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from New York to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 October 2025.

Sat 8/1112:04EWR - LAX
1 stop14h 55mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/1101:20LAX - EWR
1 stop13h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 29/10$289
Thu 20/1121:15EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sun 23/1100:19LAX - EWR
1 stop13h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 29/10$305
Sat 6/1207:00EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 16mUnited Airlines
Thu 25/1222:55LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/10$320
Thu 4/1207:00EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 12mJetBlue
Mon 8/1211:22LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 12mJetBlue
Deal found 30/10$330
Sat 6/1219:00JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 15mJetBlue
Fri 12/1215:29LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 15mJetBlue
Deal found 29/10$330
Tue 11/1121:18EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sat 15/1105:30LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 29/10$332
Thu 27/1112:00EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 16mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/1214:50LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/10$333
Mon 24/1114:38EWR - LAX
1 stop12h 12mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/1200:19LAX - EWR
1 stop13h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 29/10$337
Sat 13/1209:00EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 32mAlaska Airlines
Tue 13/108:02LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 30/10$338
Sat 15/1119:15EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 15mJetBlue
Tue 18/1122:10LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 17mJetBlue
Deal found 30/10$344
Wed 10/1207:50EWR - LAX
1 stop11h 54mAlaska Airlines
Sun 14/1221:31LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 30/10$346
Thu 4/1211:00JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 17mJetBlue
Thu 11/1215:29LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 15mJetBlue
Deal found 29/10$346

Cheap flight deals from New York to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 31 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$292

One-way from

$169

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$565

Good round-trip deal

$2,109 or less

Good one-way deal

$125 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 26/1-27/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 39m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
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Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 5/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 11m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to Los Angeles that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 31 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Price

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/12

06:00-09:18

Nonstop6h 18m

Los Angeles

Mon 15/12

15:29-23:44

Nonstop5h 15m

$330

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 17/1

20:29-23:58

Nonstop6h 29m

Los Angeles

Wed 21/1

15:30-23:51

Nonstop5h 21m

$330

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Thu 5/2

19:29-22:55

Nonstop6h 26m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/2

08:02-16:29

Nonstop5h 27m

$346

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Thu 8/1

20:30-23:55

Nonstop6h 25m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/1

08:20-16:25

Nonstop5h 05m

$346

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 13/1

11:00-14:25

Nonstop6h 25m

Los Angeles

Wed 21/1

07:45-16:07

Nonstop5h 22m

$346

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Thu 29/1

19:29-22:55

Nonstop6h 26m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

08:02-16:29

Nonstop5h 27m

$346

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Thu 12/2

06:00-09:08

Nonstop6h 08m

Los Angeles

Sun 15/2

21:30-05:30

Nonstop5h 00m

$346

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 13/1

19:45-23:21

Nonstop6h 36m

Los Angeles

Tue 20/1

06:20-14:46

Nonstop5h 26m

$346

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Fri 23/1

14:45-18:03

Nonstop6h 18m

Los Angeles

Fri 23/1

22:50-07:04

Nonstop5h 14m

$346

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Wed 28/1

19:29-22:55

Nonstop6h 26m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/2

08:02-16:29

Nonstop5h 27m

$346

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

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

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 return flight from New York to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 24 October 2025.

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 52 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Los Angeles (average of $137). Flying from New York to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $273). 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 31 October 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New York to Los Angeles in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 76% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New York to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 26 October 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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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.

  • 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 15.1 km from the centre vof the city. Los Angeles is the only Los Angeles airport and it handles 134 inbound flights from New York per day. 0 airlines have flights to Los Angeles from New York on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from New York to Los Angeles?

    For as low as $330, JetBlue can have you in Los Angeles from New York in 6h 18m. There are 3972 km between New York and Los Angeles. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $174. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from New York to Los Angeles for a low price.

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

    While some choose either Newark - Los Angeles or New York LaGuardia - Los Angeles, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Los Angeles is the most popular route from New York to Los Angeles.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New York to Los Angeles on time: Japan Airlines (93%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (93%), Singapore Airlines (91%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from New York to Los Angeles is $188. On average you can expect to pay $1,455. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $282.

  • 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 holiday 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Los Angeles (average of $137). Flying from New York to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $273). 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.

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