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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to New York from $160

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 28/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — NYC
16 Jul — 23 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 11 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$253

One-way from

$160

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$585

Good round-trip deal

$342 or less

Good one-way deal

$219 or less
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 9/9-13/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 20m total
  • Los Angeles to New York
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 28/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 46m total
  • Los Angeles to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($18 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 11 July 2025.

Tue 9/908:40LAX - LGA
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Sat 13/906:20LGA - LAX
1 stop9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 9/7$253
Mon 8/916:32LAX - EWR
1 stop12h 30mSpirit Airlines
Sun 14/910:00EWR - LAX
1 stop8h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/7$273
Thu 23/1011:58LAX - LGA
2 stops24h 32mSpirit Airlines
Mon 27/1005:45LGA - LAX
1 stop12h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/7$297
Thu 2/1016:32LAX - EWR
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/1019:54EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7$331
Tue 9/921:26LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 33mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/909:00EWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/7$352
Wed 6/820:47LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 43mFrontier
Wed 13/806:59JFK - LAX
1 stop15h 53mFrontier
Deal found 10/7$372
Mon 8/917:34LAX - JFK
2 stops11h 11mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/910:00JFK - LAX
2 stops12h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/7$382
Wed 13/815:20LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 38mJetBlue
Tue 26/821:10JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 19mJetBlue
Deal found 10/7$392
Fri 10/1022:10LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 20mJetBlue
Tue 14/1020:25EWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 55mJetBlue
Deal found 10/7$392
Sat 1/1123:59LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 24mDelta
Tue 4/1107:00JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 12mDelta
Deal found 10/7$399
Sat 11/1010:25LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 13/1011:45EWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/7$408

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

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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 9/9

08:40-20:00

1 stop8h 20m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 13/9

06:20-12:20

1 stop9h 00m

$253

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Mon 8/9

16:32-08:02

1 stop12h 30m

Newark

Sun 14/9

10:00-15:37

1 stop8h 37m

$273

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Sat 13/9

05:30-16:44

1 stop8h 14m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 20/9

06:30-11:02

1 stop7h 32m

$286

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Thu 2/10

16:32-08:02

1 stop12h 30m

Newark

Tue 14/10

19:54-22:59

Nonstop6h 05m

$331

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

21:26-05:59

Nonstop5h 33m

Newark

Wed 10/9

09:00-11:49

Nonstop5h 49m

$352

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Wed 6/8

20:47-05:30

Nonstop5h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 13/8

06:59-19:52

1 stop15h 53m

$356

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Tue 12/8

06:00-14:37

Nonstop5h 37m

Newark

Sat 16/8

17:30-20:36

Nonstop6h 06m

$361

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Mon 8/9

17:34-07:45

2 stops11h 11m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/9

10:00-19:10

2 stops12h 10m

$382

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Wed 13/8

15:20-23:58

Nonstop5h 38m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 26/8

21:10-00:29

Nonstop6h 19m

$392

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Fri 10/10

22:10-06:30

Nonstop5h 20m

Newark

Tue 14/10

20:25-23:20

Nonstop5h 55m

$392

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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 27 June 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 11 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 25% 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 6 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 11 July 2025.

The most flights from LAX to NYC are scheduled on a Wednesday (224 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (101 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 11 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.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

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

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

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 176 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 Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $253 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines, starting at $273 and $352 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 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 $160. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and JetBlue, 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 (94%), LOT (87%) and Etihad Airways (85%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $615 for a flight from Los Angeles to New York. The cheapest flight overall is $211 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - New York John F Kennedy Intl) is currently priced at $369.

  • 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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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$127Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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