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Cheap flights from New York to Los Angeles from $161

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 31/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — LAX
2 juil. — 9 juil.1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Los Angeles are usually found in September or January, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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 27 juin 2025.

Round-trip from

$265

One-way from

$161

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$596

Good round-trip deal

$259 or less

Good one-way deal

$253 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 22/8-26/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 11m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 31/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 56m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($62 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York (NYC) to Los Angeles.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New York (NYC) to Los Angeles.

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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 27 juin 2025.

ven. 22/817:59EWR - LAX
1 stop8h 59mSpirit Airlines
mar. 26/805:48LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 25/6$265
ven. 22/806:35LGA - LAX
1 stop7h 42mSpirit Airlines
mar. 26/806:00LAX - LGA
1 stop10h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 25/6$300
mer. 23/706:59JFK - LAX
1 stop10h 03mMultiple Airlines
mar. 29/707:00LAX - JFK
2 stops19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/6$327
mer. 23/706:59JFK - LAX
1 stop13h 09mFrontier
lun. 28/713:57LAX - JFK
1 stop17h 26mFrontier
Deal found 26/6$336
mar. 16/909:00EWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 49mAlaska Airlines
sam. 20/921:26LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 26/6$362
mer. 23/714:58EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 09mMultiple Airlines
mar. 29/721:26LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/6$373
dim. 14/920:25EWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 55mJetBlue
mer. 24/907:35LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 30mJetBlue
Deal found 26/6$393
mar. 16/918:00JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 31mDelta
mer. 24/907:00LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 29mDelta
Deal found 26/6$393
mar. 16/907:00JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 00mJetBlue
mar. 16/912:25LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 35mJetBlue
Deal found 26/6$416
lun. 15/910:00JFK - LAX
2 stops14h 00mAlaska Airlines
mer. 22/1022:30LAX - JFK
1 stop13h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 26/6$420
lun. 15/916:50EWR - LAX
1 stop8h 41mDelta
lun. 22/922:15LAX - EWR
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Deal found 26/6$424
mar. 23/907:00LGA - LAX
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
lun. 29/900:56LAX - LGA
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/6$424

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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New York

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

ven. 22/8

17:59-23:58

1 stop8h 59m

Los Angeles

mar. 26/8

05:48-14:00

Nonstop5h 12m

$265

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

ven. 22/8

06:35-11:17

1 stop7h 42m

Los Angeles

mar. 26/8

06:00-19:00

1 stop10h 00m

$300

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mer. 23/7

06:59-14:02

1 stop10h 03m

Los Angeles

mar. 29/7

07:00-05:30

2 stops19h 30m

$327

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mer. 23/7

06:59-17:08

1 stop13h 09m

Los Angeles

lun. 28/7

13:57-10:23

1 stop17h 26m

$336

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

mar. 16/9

17:15-20:14

Nonstop5h 59m

Los Angeles

sam. 20/9

10:45-19:13

Nonstop5h 28m

$362

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

mer. 23/7

14:58-18:07

Nonstop6h 09m

Los Angeles

mar. 29/7

21:26-05:59

Nonstop5h 33m

$373

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

mar. 16/9

07:19-14:57

1 stop10h 38m

Los Angeles

sam. 27/9

07:00-15:35

Nonstop5h 35m

$378

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 16/9

12:00-15:15

Nonstop6h 15m

Los Angeles

mar. 23/9

09:00-17:33

Nonstop5h 33m

$393

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 16/9

06:00-08:58

Nonstop5h 58m

Los Angeles

sam. 20/9

20:35-05:00

Nonstop5h 25m

$408

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 15/9

10:00-21:00

2 stops14h 00m

Los Angeles

mer. 22/10

22:30-15:00

1 stop13h 30m

$420

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 26/6

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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 20 June 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 71 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Los Angeles (average of $784). Flying from New York to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,270). 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 27 juin 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New York to Los Angeles at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 84% 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 22 June 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from New York to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Los Angeles. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 27 juin 2025.

The most flights from NYC to LAX are scheduled on a Thursday (220 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (115 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York to Los Angeles?

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 27 juin 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, andDelta from New York to Los Angeles to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very Good

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 174 inbound flights from New York per day. 0 airlines have flights to Los Angeles from New York on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from New York to Los Angeles is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $265 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Alaska Airlines, starting at $336 and $362 round-trip. These flights start at 52% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $161. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and JetBlue, as they are both options that can get you from New York to Los Angeles for a low price.

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    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 (95%), KLM (92%), Singapore Airlines (89%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from New York to Los Angeles is $178. On average you can expect to pay $2,125. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $327.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

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  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Los Angeles (average of $784). Flying from New York to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,270). 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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