Cheap flights from Los Angeles to New York from $171

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — NYC
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to New York are usually found in January or February, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to New York (NYC). 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 18 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$265

One-way from

$171

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$557

Good round-trip deal

$338 or less

Good one-way deal

$246 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 19/8-23/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 34m total
  • Los Angeles to New York
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 2/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 31m total
  • Los Angeles to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to New York (NYC).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Los Angeles to New York (NYC).

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 July 2025.

Tue 19/823:38LAX - LGA
1 stop14h 52mSpirit Airlines
Sat 23/806:35LGA - LAX
1 stop7h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/7$265
Mon 4/811:20LAX - EWR
1 stop9h 52mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/807:20EWR - LAX
1 stop15h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 16/7$279
Tue 16/910:45LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 28mJetBlue
Mon 22/917:15EWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 59mJetBlue
Deal found 17/7$282
Wed 13/814:20LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 39mJetBlue
Sat 23/816:59JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 20mJetBlue
Deal found 18/7$325
Wed 3/921:26LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 33mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/919:59EWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 17/7$335
Mon 25/823:38LAX - EWR
1 stop9h 36mMultiple Airlines
Tue 26/819:59EWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7$356
Fri 7/1106:00LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 23mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 12/1119:59EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 19mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 18/7$366
Mon 4/820:47LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 43mFrontier
Thu 21/811:30JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 02mFrontier
Deal found 15/7$379
Wed 13/815:55LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 43mDelta
Tue 19/819:05JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 30mDelta
Deal found 18/7$396
Tue 12/806:15LAX - EWR
1 stop8h 45mDelta
Wed 20/819:05EWR - LAX
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Deal found 18/7$396
Tue 4/1111:59LAX - JFK
2 stops15h 28mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/1120:29JFK - LAX
1 stop14h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 18/7$413
Tue 9/919:08LAX - JFK
1 stop9h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 23/907:29JFK - LAX
1 stop12h 38mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 17/7$426

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Los Angeles

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New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Tue 19/8

23:38-17:30

1 stop14h 52m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 23/8

06:35-11:17

1 stop7h 42m

$265

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Mon 4/8

11:20-00:12

1 stop9h 52m

Newark

Wed 6/8

07:20-20:16

1 stop15h 56m

$279

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Tue 16/9

10:45-19:13

Nonstop5h 28m

Newark

Mon 22/9

17:15-20:14

Nonstop5h 59m

$282

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Wed 13/8

14:20-22:59

Nonstop5h 39m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 23/8

16:59-20:19

Nonstop6h 20m

$325

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Wed 3/9

21:26-05:59

Nonstop5h 33m

Newark

Tue 9/9

19:59-22:58

Nonstop5h 59m

$335

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Mon 25/8

23:38-12:14

1 stop9h 36m

Newark

Tue 26/8

19:59-22:58

Nonstop5h 59m

$356

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Fri 7/11

06:00-14:23

Nonstop5h 23m

Newark

Wed 12/11

19:59-23:18

Nonstop6h 19m

$366

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Mon 4/8

20:47-05:30

Nonstop5h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 21/8

11:30-14:32

Nonstop6h 02m

$379

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Wed 13/8

15:55-00:38

Nonstop5h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 26/8

18:00-21:30

Nonstop6h 30m

$396

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Tue 12/8

06:15-18:00

1 stop8h 45m

Newark

Wed 20/8

19:05-00:36

1 stop8h 31m

$396

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to New York. Price data was last updated on 11 July 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Los Angeles to New York may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 60 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 Los Angeles to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to New York (average of $1,203). Flying from Los Angeles to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,944). 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 LAX to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 July 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 24% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Los Angeles to New York. Price data was last updated on 13 July 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to New York. 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 18 July 2025.

The most flights from LAX to NYC are scheduled on a Wednesday (227 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (111 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated 18 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, andDelta from Los Angeles to New York by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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 from for flights from Los Angeles to New York?

    Most people fly from Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight from Los Angeles to New York. On average, Los Angeles has 180 outbound flights to New York per day from 4 airlines. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 15.1 km from Los Angeles’s city centre.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Los Angeles to New York 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 JetBlue and Hawaiian Airlines, starting at $282 and $304 round-trip. These flights start at 50% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $171. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and Frontier, as they are both options that can get you from Los Angeles to New York for a low price.

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to New York are Air Serbia (87%), Etihad Airways (86%) and Scandinavian Airlines (83%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $664 for a flight from Los Angeles to New York. The cheapest flight overall is $229 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - New York John F Kennedy Intl) is currently priced at $412.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to New York flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to New York?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to New York.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to New York 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 Los Angeles to New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to New York (average of $1,203). Flying from Los Angeles to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,944). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Los Angeles to New York

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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$128Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapest$151Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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JetBlueCheapest$393Average$565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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