Cheap flights from New York to Los Angeles from £86

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 14/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — LAX
6 Dec — 13 Dec1
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 66 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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 6 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£142

One-way from

£86

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£282

Good round-trip deal

£189 or less

Good one-way deal

£121 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 4/12-10/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 44m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 14/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 37m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£15 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 6 November 2025.

Thu 4/1218:39EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 17mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/1214:16LAX - EWR
2 stops14h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/11£142
Sat 6/1218:39EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 17mSpirit Airlines
Sat 13/1222:10LAX - EWR
1 stop11h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/11£143
Thu 11/1219:26EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 35mAlaska Airlines
Mon 15/1221:31LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/11£143
Thu 13/1112:04EWR - LAX
1 stop14h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 18/1105:30LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/11£150
Mon 8/1206:00EWR - LAX
2 stops14h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1209:24LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11£152
Tue 2/1214:38EWR - LAX
1 stop12h 12mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/1214:16LAX - EWR
2 stops19h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/11£153
Wed 10/1209:00EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 32mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/1218:49LAX - EWR
1 stop8h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/11£155
Mon 8/1220:33EWR - LAX
3 stops28h 51mSpirit Airlines
Sun 14/1209:24LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/11£157
Tue 18/1106:00EWR - LAX
1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1105:45LAX - EWR
1 stop8h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11£158
Wed 3/1206:00EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/1207:20LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11£159
Sat 6/1217:15JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 24mDelta
Sat 31/114:00LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 23mDelta
Deal found 5/11£159
Thu 4/1215:30LGA - LAX
1 stop10h 55mSouthwest
Wed 10/1205:00LAX - LGA
1 stop8h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 5/11£159

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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

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Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 15/1

21:30-01:02

Nonstop6h 32m

Los Angeles

Tue 20/1

20:48-05:00

Nonstop5h 12m

£166

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Fri 30/1

19:29-22:55

Nonstop6h 26m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/2

08:02-16:22

Nonstop5h 20m

£166

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 28/1

11:00-14:25

Nonstop6h 25m

Los Angeles

Sat 31/1

06:20-14:46

Nonstop5h 26m

£166

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 6/2

18:20-22:01

Nonstop6h 41m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/2

23:55-08:25

Nonstop5h 30m

£166

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Tue 30/12

17:00-20:14

Nonstop6h 14m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

08:23-16:36

Nonstop5h 13m

£167

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Sat 13/12

07:15-17:45

2 stops13h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 16/12

09:55-21:55

2 stops9h 00m

£171

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Wed 3/12

06:00-09:00

Nonstop6h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 7/12

08:35-17:00

Nonstop5h 25m

£174

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Fri 20/2

19:29-22:51

Nonstop6h 22m

Los Angeles

Tue 24/2

10:30-18:53

Nonstop5h 23m

£174

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 12/12

21:45-01:10

Nonstop6h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 16/12

16:00-00:22

Nonstop5h 22m

£174

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 5/12

21:45-01:10

Nonstop6h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/12

23:55-08:28

Nonstop5h 33m

£174

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

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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 31 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from New York to Los Angeles is 66 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 month to book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Los Angeles (average of £69). Flying from New York to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of £137). 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 6 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 36% on airfare.

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 2 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons 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 6 November 2025.

The most flights from NYC to LAX are scheduled on a Tuesday (201 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (89 on average).

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

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from New York to Los Angeles?

Share of one-stop return flights from New York to Los Angeles chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Atlanta (ATL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 29% of one-stop itineraries from New York to Los Angeles on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from New York to Los Angeles?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from New York to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £132.

What’s the fastest stopover option from New York to Los Angeles?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from New York to Los Angeles, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 7h 44m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from New York to Los Angeles?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from New York to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 0h 49m.

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 6 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, andJetBlue 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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from New York?

    Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from New York to Los Angeles. You should not have trouble finding flights to Los Angeles from New York; the airport handles an average of 150 inbound flights from New York per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the Los Angeles airport from New York. It is only a 9.4 mi journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Los Angeles’s city center.

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

    Departing from New York to Los Angeles will take you 6h 25m. The distance between New York and Los Angeles is about 2468 mi. All flights are typically direct.

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

    Frontier, at £105, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Delta and Spirit Airlines. Frontier is currently priced 61% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £87. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from New York to Los Angeles for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes 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 Japan Airlines (95%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (89%) and Qatar Airways (88%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay £270 for a flight from New York to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is £98 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Los Angeles) is currently priced at £107.

  • 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 holiday 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Los Angeles (average of £69). Flying from New York to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of £137). 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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FrontierCheapest£105Average£206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapest£106Average£374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest£108Average£203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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United AirlinesCheapest£175Average£498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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