Cheap flights from New York to Los Angeles from £119

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 18/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — LAX
18 Jul — 25 Jul1
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 89 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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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 18 June 2026.

Tue 22/906:00
JFK
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 57m
JetBlue
Tue 22/912:20
LAX
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 29m
JetBlue
Deal found 14/6£226
Tue 1/915:15
JFK
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 00m
JetBlue
Wed 9/912:20
LAX
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 29m
JetBlue
Deal found 17/6£229
Tue 29/907:00
JFK
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 03m
JetBlue
Tue 29/912:20
LAX
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 29m
JetBlue
Deal found 15/6£233
Tue 15/915:35
EWR
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 55m
JetBlue
Tue 22/921:00
LAX
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 24m
JetBlue
Deal found 16/6£237
Tue 28/707:00
JFK
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 55m
Delta
Tue 11/809:45
LAX
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 44m
Delta
Deal found 17/6£237
Tue 1/919:34
JFK
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 15m
JetBlue
Tue 15/923:40
LAX
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 33m
JetBlue
Deal found 14/6£238
Wed 2/911:00
JFK
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 57m
JetBlue
Wed 2/916:20
LAX
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 36m
JetBlue
Deal found 14/6£241
Sat 3/1021:00
EWR
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 59m
JetBlue
Sat 10/1021:00
LAX
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 24m
JetBlue
Deal found 14/6£242
Thu 3/907:30
EWR
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 50m
JetBlue
Thu 24/911:20
LAX
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 26m
JetBlue
Deal found 14/6£244
Wed 2/915:15
JFK
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 00m
JetBlue
Sun 6/915:20
LAX
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 37m
JetBlue
Deal found 17/6£244
Tue 18/814:25
LGA
-
LAX
1 stop7h 56m
United Airlines
Tue 8/923:00
LAX
-
LGA
1 stop7h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/6£244
Sat 19/907:00
JFK
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 57m
Delta
Fri 25/909:55
LAX
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 39m
Delta
Deal found 14/6£246

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 18 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£226

One-way from

£119

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£338

Good round-trip deal

£396 or less

Good one-way deal

£167 or less
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 22/9-22/9
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 26m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
Delta
  • Delta
  • 12/9
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 05m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (£38 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 June 2026
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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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Wed 19/8

10:59-16:19

1 stop8h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 30/8

21:30-08:10

1 stop7h 40m

£244

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Mon 28/9

06:00-10:56

1 stop7h 56m

Los Angeles

Mon 28/9

23:35-10:17

1 stop7h 42m

£252

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Tue 21/7

08:30-16:20

1 stop10h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 29/7

06:45-17:00

1 stop7h 15m

£252

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Sun 6/9

12:55-17:33

1 stop7h 38m

Los Angeles

Sun 13/9

21:50-08:09

1 stop7h 19m

£259

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 21/10

07:22-14:34

1 stop10h 12m

Los Angeles

Wed 28/10

18:06-07:25

1 stop10h 19m

£274

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Tue 21/7

08:30-16:20

1 stop10h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 28/7

11:00-22:30

2 stops8h 30m

£274

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Fri 2/10

19:00-00:24

1 stop8h 24m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/10

23:55-10:38

1 stop7h 43m

£274
Fastest return journey

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/8

07:00-09:50

Nonstop5h 50m

Los Angeles

Fri 14/8

23:55-08:16

Nonstop5h 21m

£275

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/8

21:40-00:52

Nonstop6h 12m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/8

15:20-23:57

Nonstop5h 37m

£276

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Fri 16/10

18:19-21:29

Nonstop6h 10m

Los Angeles

Sat 24/10

07:00-15:35

Nonstop5h 35m

£277

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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

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 £206). Flying from New York to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of £344). 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 18 June 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 64% on airfare.

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 18 June 2026.

The most flights from NYC to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (201 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (95 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 196 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 13% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

The best time to book flights from New York to Los Angeles is 29 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 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 13 June 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.

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 18 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and JetBlue 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

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

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 169 inbound flights from New York per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 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 7h 56m. The distance between New York and Los Angeles is about 2462 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    JetBlue, at £62, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include American Airlines and Delta. JetBlue is currently priced 78% 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 Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £78. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and American 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 China Southern (94%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (90%) and Kenya Airways (86%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay £439 for a flight from New York to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is £167 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Los Angeles) is currently priced at £259.

  • 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 £206). Flying from New York to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of £344). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest£62Average£255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapest£104Average£430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest£237Average£345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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