Cheap flights from New York to Los Angeles from £87

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — LAX
24 Apr — 1 May1
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 86 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Friday

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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 25 March 2026.

Mon 4/513:54
EWR
-
LAX
1 stop31h 33m
Frontier
Sat 9/519:10
LAX
-
EWR
1 stop14h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 24/3£149
Thu 7/518:59
EWR
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 06m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 10/523:00
LAX
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 19m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 22/3£150
Mon 4/518:59
EWR
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/519:10
LAX
-
EWR
1 stop14h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3£152
Mon 13/418:59
EWR
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 14/416:07
LAX
-
EWR
1 stop11h 48m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 21/3£155
Wed 6/522:29
EWR
-
LAX
1 stop14h 19m
Frontier
Mon 11/519:10
LAX
-
EWR
1 stop14h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 23/3£157
Fri 17/418:59
EWR
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 06m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 25/423:00
LAX
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 19m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 24/3£161
Wed 6/513:30
EWR
-
LAX
1 stop10h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/523:00
LAX
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3£165
Tue 5/511:59
LGA
-
LAX
1 stop14h 54m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 19/507:00
LAX
-
LGA
1 stop13h 12m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 21/3£171
Mon 4/505:59
EWR
-
LAX
1 stop9h 37m
Frontier
Mon 11/519:10
LAX
-
EWR
1 stop14h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 20/3£172
Wed 6/505:55
EWR
-
LAX
1 stop14h 17m
Frontier
Wed 13/519:10
LAX
-
EWR
1 stop14h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 22/3£172
Fri 10/414:00
EWR
-
LAX
1 stop9h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 10/523:00
LAX
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 19m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 22/3£174
Fri 29/513:30
EWR
-
LAX
1 stop13h 51m
Frontier
Mon 1/619:10
LAX
-
EWR
1 stop14h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 23/3£176

Find 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 25 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£149

One-way from

£87

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£288

Good round-trip deal

£110 or less

Good one-way deal

£111 or less
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 4/5-9/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 53m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 4/5
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 06m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (£4 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York (NYC) to Los Angeles.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Sat 25/4

19:29-22:30

Nonstop6h 01m

Los Angeles

Mon 27/4

23:00-07:19

Nonstop5h 19m

£187

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Sat 2/5

06:20-14:00

1 stop10h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

07:30-18:55

2 stops8h 25m

£206

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Wed 6/5

17:45-23:20

1 stop8h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 11/5

05:20-16:50

2 stops8h 30m

£206

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Wed 15/4

08:30-16:15

2 stops10h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 20/4

23:50-10:10

1 stop7h 20m

£206

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 15/4

07:30-10:43

Nonstop6h 13m

Los Angeles

Tue 19/5

13:48-22:32

Nonstop5h 44m

£214

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Wed 22/4

16:25-22:10

1 stop8h 45m

Los Angeles

Sun 26/4

23:50-10:15

1 stop7h 25m

£218

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Thu 16/4

15:25-22:05

1 stop9h 40m

Los Angeles

Mon 20/4

07:55-21:25

2 stops10h 30m

£225

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Sat 25/4

19:29-22:45

Nonstop6h 16m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/5

07:00-15:31

Nonstop5h 31m

£229

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Wed 22/4

15:40-18:41

Nonstop6h 01m

Los Angeles

Tue 28/4

12:40-21:13

Nonstop5h 33m

£229

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Thu 16/4

18:59-22:05

Nonstop6h 06m

Los Angeles

Mon 20/4

05:30-20:04

1 stop11h 34m

£232

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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 13 March 2026.

The best time to book flights from New York to Los Angeles is 86 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 £67). Flying from New York to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of £130). 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 25 March 2026.

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 62% 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 23 March 2026.

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. Saturday 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 25 March 2026.

The most flights from NYC to LAX are scheduled on a Tuesday (195 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

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

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

About 15% of weekly flights between New York and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 191 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 have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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 25 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,JetBlue, andSpirit Airlines 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.

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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 125 inbound flights from New York per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 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 13m. The distance between New York and Los Angeles is about 2468 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at £107, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Frontier and JetBlue. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 58% 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 United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £70. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier 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 Air Europa (86%), LATAM Airlines (86%) and Frontier (83%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay £268 for a flight from New York to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is £86 while the most popular route, (Newark - Los Angeles) is currently priced at £158.

  • 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 £67). Flying from New York to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of £130). 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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Spirit AirlinesCheapest£107Average£287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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