Cheap flights from New York to Los Angeles from £82

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 22/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — LAX
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Los Angeles are usually found in January or September, booked 83 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 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£127

One-way from

£82

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£233

Good round-trip deal

£114 or less

Good one-way deal

£120 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 1/10-15/10
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 31m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 22/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 31m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£17 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 September 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 16 September 2025.

Wed 1/1017:20EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 06mSpirit Airlines
Wed 15/1012:35LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 15/9£127
Wed 29/1005:59EWR - LAX
1 stop9h 29mFrontier
Wed 5/1113:23LAX - EWR
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Deal found 14/9£129
Wed 15/1014:35EWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 57mSpirit Airlines
Mon 20/1006:40LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 15/9£130
Fri 3/1018:20EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 08mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/1007:15LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 14/9£132
Sat 11/1016:40EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 01mSpirit Airlines
Sat 18/1012:35LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 16/9£135
Wed 29/1014:35EWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 57mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/1112:35LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 14/9£137
Wed 29/1014:35EWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 57mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/1107:00LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 14/9£138
Wed 1/1005:15EWR - LAX
1 stop9h 58mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/1012:35LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9£138
Sat 25/1016:40EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 01mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/1122:53LAX - EWR
1 stop8h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 15/9£141
Sat 27/905:55EWR - LAX
1 stop9h 18mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/1006:40LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£144
Sun 28/906:59JFK - LAX
1 stop28h 13mFrontier
Tue 21/1020:52LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 38mFrontier
Deal found 15/9£145
Fri 26/910:05EWR - LAX
1 stop14h 51mSpirit Airlines
Sun 28/905:35LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 14/9£146

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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

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Fri 24/10

18:20-21:27

Nonstop6h 07m

Los Angeles

Sun 26/10

06:40-15:04

Nonstop5h 24m

£130

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Wed 15/10

14:35-17:32

Nonstop5h 57m

Los Angeles

Mon 20/10

06:40-15:04

Nonstop5h 24m

£130

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Wed 3/12

19:26-23:01

Nonstop6h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 10/12

06:00-14:23

Nonstop5h 23m

£167

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 29/10

12:00-15:18

Nonstop6h 18m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/11

06:00-14:20

Nonstop5h 20m

£167

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Thu 13/11

19:59-23:18

Nonstop6h 19m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/12

21:31-05:54

Nonstop5h 23m

£171

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 15/11

13:30-16:44

Nonstop6h 14m

Los Angeles

Wed 19/11

14:15-22:34

Nonstop5h 19m

£171

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/11

07:20-10:35

Nonstop6h 15m

Los Angeles

Fri 7/11

14:30-22:47

Nonstop5h 17m

£171

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/11

14:00-17:15

Nonstop6h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/11

15:29-23:44

Nonstop5h 15m

£171

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Sat 1/11

17:30-20:51

Nonstop6h 21m

Los Angeles

Fri 7/11

14:40-22:51

Nonstop5h 11m

£174

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 7/11

20:59-00:18

Nonstop6h 19m

Los Angeles

Fri 14/11

15:55-00:14

Nonstop5h 19m

£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 12 September 2025.

The best time to book flights from New York to Los Angeles is 83 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Los Angeles (average of £573). 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 16 September 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 68% 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 14 September 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings 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 16 September 2025.

The most flights from NYC to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (206 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (124 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.

Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% 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 £127.

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: 8h 16m.

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 San Francisco (SFO) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 36m.

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 16 September 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.

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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)

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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)
8.0
Very Good

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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)

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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)

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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)

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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)

Related info for your journey

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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 167 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 07m. The distance between New York and Los Angeles is about 2447 mi. All flights are typically direct.

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

    Frontier, at £101, 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 Hawaiian Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £84. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and JetBlue, 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 KLM (97%), Japan Airlines (97%) and Qatar Airways (93%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay £572 for a flight from New York to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is £91 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Los Angeles (average of £573). 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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FrontierCheapest£101Average£198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest£104Average£167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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