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Cheap flights from New York to Los Angeles from £81

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 20/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — LAX
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Los Angeles are usually found in September or January, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday 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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

£132

One-way from

£82

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£282

Good round-trip deal

£137 or less

Good one-way deal

£105 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 12/7-19/7
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 27m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 20/8
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 56m 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 June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York (NYC) to Los Angeles.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New York (NYC) to Los Angeles.

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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 13 June 2025.

Sat 12/714:58EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 09mSpirit Airlines
Sat 19/705:40LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/6£132
Tue 8/706:30LGA - LAX
2 stops17h 53mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/716:50LAX - LGA
2 stops19h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/6£146
Wed 2/706:59JFK - LAX
1 stop15h 54mFrontier
Wed 9/715:48LAX - JFK
1 stop10h 42mFrontier
Deal found 11/6£157
Tue 8/710:15EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/707:00LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6£159
Sat 25/1007:19EWR - LAX
1 stop16h 29mAlaska Airlines
Sat 25/1023:09LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/6£167
Mon 15/916:05JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 00mJetBlue
Mon 15/921:35LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 24mJetBlue
Deal found 13/6£168
Tue 22/707:45EWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 47mJetBlue
Tue 29/708:10LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 30mJetBlue
Deal found 11/6£171
Tue 21/1007:20JFK - LAX
1 stop10h 32mAlaska Airlines
Tue 28/1007:00LAX - JFK
1 stop9h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/6£185
Mon 15/919:29LGA - LAX
1 stop8h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 22/900:56LAX - LGA
1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/6£186
Tue 16/918:00JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 31mDelta
Wed 24/909:00LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 33mDelta
Deal found 13/6£189
Fri 14/1114:35LGA - LAX
1 stop9h 15mSouthwest
Tue 18/1109:55LAX - LGA
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 11/6£190
Fri 4/718:20EWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/712:15LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/6£196

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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

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Sat 12/7

14:58-18:07

Nonstop6h 09m

Los Angeles

Sat 19/7

05:40-13:58

Nonstop5h 18m

£132

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/7

06:30-21:23

2 stops17h 53m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/7

16:50-15:35

2 stops19h 45m

£146

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/7

06:59-19:53

1 stop15h 54m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/7

15:48-05:30

1 stop10h 42m

£157

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Sat 25/10

07:19-20:48

1 stop16h 29m

Los Angeles

Sat 25/10

23:09-07:39

Nonstop5h 30m

£167

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 15/9

16:05-19:05

Nonstop6h 00m

Los Angeles

Mon 15/9

21:35-05:59

Nonstop5h 24m

£168

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Tue 8/7

10:15-13:25

Nonstop6h 10m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/7

07:00-15:34

Nonstop5h 34m

£169

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Tue 22/7

07:45-10:32

Nonstop5h 47m

Los Angeles

Tue 29/7

08:10-16:40

Nonstop5h 30m

£171

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 21/10

07:20-14:52

1 stop10h 32m

Los Angeles

Tue 28/10

07:00-19:29

1 stop9h 29m

£185

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Fri 15/8

17:35-23:25

1 stop8h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 20/8

08:40-20:00

1 stop8h 20m

£186

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Tue 16/9

18:00-23:25

1 stop8h 25m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/10

14:15-00:53

1 stop7h 38m

£189

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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 9 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from New York to Los Angeles is 71 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Los Angeles (average of £575). Flying from New York to Los Angeles 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 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 13 June 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 at midday could potentially save you up to 71% 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 8 June 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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 13 June 2025.

The most flights from NYC to LAX are scheduled on a Thursday (222 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (120 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

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 13 June 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from New York to Los Angeles to help guide your decision. 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.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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 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?

    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 176 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.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at £132, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Frontier and Alaska Airlines. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 51% 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 Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £82. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Alaska 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 (97%), Singapore Airlines (91%) and TAP AIR PORTUGAL (90%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay £721 for a flight from New York to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is £70 while the most popular route, (Newark - Los Angeles) is currently priced at £118.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Los Angeles (average of £575). Flying from New York to Los Angeles 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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