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Cheap flights from New York, NY to Los Angeles from C$ 249

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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — LAX
8 Sep — 15 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Los Angeles are usually found in January or September, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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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 9 August 2026.

Wed 21/1010:10 a.m. -
1 stop8h 30m
Tue 27/106:55 a.m. -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 6/8C$ 463
Tue 15/97:05 a.m. -
Nonstop5h 55m
Tue 22/99:45 p.m. -
1 stop10h 11m
Deal found 4/8C$ 468
Sat 12/96:15 a.m. -
1 stop7h 58m
Sat 19/910:45 p.m. -
1 stop6h 56m
Deal found 5/8C$ 470
Sat 26/93:45 p.m. -
Nonstop6h 04m
Sat 3/102:00 p.m. -
Nonstop5h 28m
Deal found 6/8C$ 470
Sat 26/92:55 p.m. -
1 stop8h 11m
Sat 3/106:00 a.m. -
1 stop8h 37m
Deal found 5/8C$ 470
Tue 22/97:05 a.m. -
Nonstop5h 55m
Sat 26/99:45 p.m. -
1 stop10h 11m
Deal found 5/8C$ 471
Thu 24/99:55 a.m. -
1 stop11h 07m
Tue 29/911:50 p.m. -
1 stop9h 00m
Deal found 6/8C$ 471
Sat 12/96:00 a.m. -
1 stop9h 29m
Sat 19/96:00 a.m. -
1 stop8h 41m
Deal found 6/8C$ 471
Sat 12/98:35 p.m. -
Nonstop6h 07m
Sat 19/92:15 p.m. -
Nonstop5h 28m
Deal found 6/8C$ 472
Wed 26/88:59 p.m. -
Nonstop5h 58m
Sat 12/98:50 p.m. -
Nonstop5h 24m
Deal found 4/8C$ 477
Tue 6/107:00 a.m. -
Nonstop6h 02m
Wed 14/108:40 a.m. -
Nonstop5h 29m
Deal found 6/8C$ 477
Tue 15/96:30 a.m. -
2 stops11h 30m
Sat 19/96:30 a.m. -
1 stop7h 35m
Deal found 6/8C$ 477

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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 9 August 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 463

One-way from

C$ 249

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 550

Good round-trip deal

C$ 545 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 360 or less
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 21/10-27/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 15h 30m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
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Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 27/8
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 00m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - LAX Los Angeles

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/9

9:45 p.m.-12:52 a.m.

Nonstop6h 07m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/9

8:40 p.m.-5:09 a.m.

Nonstop5h 29m

C$ 482

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - LAX Los Angeles

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/9

9:55 a.m.-4:22 p.m.

1 stop9h 27m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/9

7:03 a.m.-7:27 p.m.

1 stop9h 24m

C$ 495

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR Newark - LAX Los Angeles

EWRLAX

Newark

Sat 5/9

3:42 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop11h 17m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/9

9:45 p.m.-10:56 a.m.

1 stop10h 11m

C$ 495

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - LAX Los Angeles

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 2/10

5:29 p.m.-9:13 a.m.

1 stop18h 44m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/10

8:14 a.m.-5:59 a.m.

1 stop18h 45m

C$ 495

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - LAX Los Angeles

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 2/10

3:45 p.m.-10:35 p.m.

1 stop9h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/10

9:45 p.m.-11:34 a.m.

1 stop10h 49m

C$ 495

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR Newark - LAX Los Angeles

EWRLAX

Newark

Tue 22/9

7:05 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

Nonstop5h 55m

Los Angeles

Tue 29/9

8:50 p.m.-5:14 a.m.

Nonstop5h 24m

C$ 497

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR Newark - LAX Los Angeles

EWRLAX

Newark

Wed 2/9

7:00 a.m.-9:38 a.m.

Nonstop5h 38m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/9

1:30 p.m.-9:45 p.m.

Nonstop5h 15m

C$ 511

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - LAX Los Angeles

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 22/9

5:55 p.m.-9:04 p.m.

Nonstop6h 09m

Los Angeles

Tue 29/9

11:59 p.m.-8:32 a.m.

Nonstop5h 33m

C$ 511

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - LAX Los Angeles

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 26/9

9:00 a.m.-11:57 a.m.

Nonstop5h 57m

Los Angeles

Tue 29/9

8:45 a.m.-5:20 p.m.

Nonstop5h 35m

C$ 514

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA New York LaGuardia - LAX Los Angeles

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Wed 7/10

6:50 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

2 stops15h 10m

Los Angeles

Sat 31/10

5:30 a.m.-5:55 p.m.

1 stop9h 25m

C$ 527

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from New York with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Los Angeles (average of C$ 410). Flying from New York to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 683). 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 9 August 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from New York to Los Angeles in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 67% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 9 August 2026.

The most flights from NYC to LAX are scheduled on a Friday (208 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (98 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York to Los Angeles?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
New York to Los Angeles flights typically cost between C$ 426 and C$ 693 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 463 on Southwest (21 Oct-27 Oct).

How often are flights from New York to Los Angeles delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between New York and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 196 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Los Angeles flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Los Angeles flights?

Over the past year, American Airlines has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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

The best time to book flights from New York to Los Angeles is 84 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 1 August 2026.

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

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 9 August 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown JetBlue and Frontier from New York to Los Angeles. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,030 reviews
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Boarding

7.3

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Wei,Feb 2026

JFK - BOS

The JFK to BOS flight was uneventful. The delay of the inbound plane was difficult since we were near 1.5 hours in delays from the original departure time.
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,030 reviews
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,030 reviews
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Boarding

7.3

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Wei,Feb 2026

JFK - BOS

The JFK to BOS flight was uneventful. The delay of the inbound plane was difficult since we were near 1.5 hours in delays from the original departure time.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,718 reviews
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,030 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.3

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Wei,Feb 2026

JFK - BOS

The JFK to BOS flight was uneventful. The delay of the inbound plane was difficult since we were near 1.5 hours in delays from the original departure time.

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?

    Most people fly into Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight to Los Angeles from New York. On average, Los Angeles has 138 inbound flights from New York per day from 2 airlines. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 15.1 km from Los Angeles’s city centre.

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

    Airlines like JetBlue, United Airlines, and Southwest fly from New York to Los Angeles in about 5h 38m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 32m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3938 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier (C$ 187), and United Airlines (C$ 552) offers the cheapest pricing from New York to Los Angeles. Frontier is currently priced 66% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    While some choose either New York LaGuardia - Los Angeles or New York John F Kennedy Intl - Los Angeles, Newark - 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?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New York to Los Angeles are China Southern (91%), Qatar Airways (89%) and TAP AIR PORTUGAL (81%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from New York to Los Angeles? While on average our users pay C$ 1,114, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 360. The most popular route (Newark - Los Angeles), is priced around C$ 471.

  • 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 vacation 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Los Angeles (average of C$ 410). Flying from New York to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 683). 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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