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Cheap flights from New York to California from £63

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 2/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — LAX
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New York to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to California flight deals. Data was last updated 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£116

One-way from

£63

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£290

Good round-trip deal

£139 or less

Good one-way deal

£85 or less
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 19/8-27/8
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 50m total
  • New York to California
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Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 2/8
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 37m total
  • New York to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£14 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from New York to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 July 2025.

Tue 19/806:59JFK - LAS
Nonstop5h 37mFrontier
Wed 27/821:17LAS - JFK
Nonstop5h 13mFrontier
Deal found 3/7£116
Sun 7/915:20JFK - LAS
Nonstop5h 42mJetBlue
Tue 23/921:00LAS - JFK
Nonstop5h 02mJetBlue
Deal found 3/7£118
Thu 24/714:58EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 09mSpirit Airlines
Tue 29/716:50LAX - EWR
1 stop10h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/7£124
Thu 21/821:29JFK - LAS
Nonstop5h 56mDelta
Tue 26/815:25LAS - JFK
Nonstop5h 23mDelta
Deal found 2/7£131
Mon 15/906:59JFK - LAX
1 stop8h 05mFrontier
Mon 22/915:38LAX - JFK
1 stop10h 52mFrontier
Deal found 3/7£141
Wed 13/808:00JFK - LAS
Nonstop5h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 13/811:34LAS - JFK
Nonstop5h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/7£142
Wed 30/706:59JFK - LAS
1 stop17h 23mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/819:29LAS - JFK
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7£144
Wed 5/1111:30JFK - LAS
1 stop11h 30mAlaska Airlines
Thu 13/1111:54LAS - JFK
1 stop8h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/7£147
Tue 5/805:59LGA - LAX
1 stop12h 32mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/822:10LAX - LGA
1 stop11h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/7£147
Tue 18/1116:18JFK - LAS
1 stop9h 08mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 27/1119:55LAS - JFK
1 stop8h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/7£155
Wed 20/809:00EWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 49mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/819:58LAX - EWR
1 stop6h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7£158
Wed 10/910:48EWR - SAN
2 stops23h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sat 20/913:32SAN - EWR
1 stop13h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/7£160

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to California 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 4 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to California that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 19/8

06:59-09:36

Nonstop5h 37m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 27/8

21:17-05:30

Nonstop5h 13m

£116

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 7/9

15:20-18:02

Nonstop5h 42m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 23/9

21:00-05:02

Nonstop5h 02m

£118

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Thu 24/7

14:58-18:07

Nonstop6h 09m

Los Angeles

Tue 29/7

16:50-06:05

1 stop10h 15m

£124

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 21/8

21:29-00:25

Nonstop5h 56m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 25/8

23:30-07:37

Nonstop5h 07m

£131

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 15/9

06:59-12:04

1 stop8h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 22/9

15:38-05:30

1 stop10h 52m

£141

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 30/7

06:59-21:22

1 stop17h 23m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/8

19:29-06:29

1 stop8h 00m

£144

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/11

11:30-20:00

1 stop11h 30m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 13/11

11:54-22:59

1 stop8h 05m

£147

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/8

05:59-15:31

1 stop12h 32m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/8

22:10-12:29

1 stop11h 19m

£147

NewarkSan Diego

EWR - SAN

EWRSAN

Newark

Sun 17/8

17:59-23:37

1 stop8h 38m

San Diego

Tue 19/8

06:15-16:54

1 stop7h 39m

£149

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 18/11

16:18-22:26

1 stop9h 08m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 27/11

19:55-07:10

1 stop8h 15m

£155

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from New York to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to California (average of £575). Flying from New York to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £811). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 July 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New York to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from New York to California

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to California. 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 4 July 2025.

The most flights from NYC to USCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (217 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (45 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated 4 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to California, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, andDelta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
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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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,266 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

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.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,982 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

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.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,545 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,844 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    £63 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from £73 and £77, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from New York to California is New York John F Kennedy Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. You may also consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Los Angeles or New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Francisco.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New York to California consider choosing Japan Airlines (95%), KLM (92%) or Singapore Airlines (90%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to California?

    While on average a flight from New York to California is generally £526, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £70. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), you can expect to pay £118 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to California 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 California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to California (average of £575). Flying from New York to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £811). 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 7 airlines flying from New York to California

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from New York to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 4 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest£101Average£157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapest£101Average£347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest£106Average£141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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JetBlueCheapest£117Average£232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest£168Average£274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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American AirlinesCheapest£222Average£297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest£267Average£476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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