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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
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Los Angeles are usually found in September or January, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Friday 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 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£152

One-way from

£87

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£305

Good round-trip deal

£125 or less

Good one-way deal

£122 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 4/6-6/6
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 29m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 15/5
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 03m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (£8 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip 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 29 April 2025.

Wed 4/610:15EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 03mSpirit Airlines
Fri 6/614:23LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 28/4£152
Wed 4/611:37JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 11mFrontier
Fri 6/620:53LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 37mFrontier
Deal found 28/4£153
Wed 4/605:59EWR - LAX
1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/614:23LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4£154
Wed 4/611:00EWR - LAX
1 stop13h 29mFrontier
Fri 6/621:21LAX - EWR
1 stop9h 48mFrontier
Deal found 29/4£162
Wed 4/606:30LGA - LAX
2 stops10h 36mSpirit Airlines
Fri 6/609:59LAX - LGA
1 stop9h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 28/4£165
Wed 4/611:30LGA - LAX
1 stop12h 59mFrontier
Fri 6/621:21LAX - LGA
1 stop10h 10mFrontier
Deal found 28/4£171
Tue 3/616:50EWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 53mJetBlue
Tue 3/622:20LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 28mJetBlue
Deal found 28/4£174
Wed 28/507:46EWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 59mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 4/607:54LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 29/4£177
Tue 13/519:59EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 18mAlaska Airlines
Tue 20/521:43LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 28/4£180
Wed 3/906:00JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 06mJetBlue
Wed 3/912:25LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 35mJetBlue
Deal found 28/4£189
Tue 16/907:29JFK - LAX
1 stop10h 28mAlaska Airlines
Tue 23/911:12LAX - JFK
1 stop8h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 29/4£196
Tue 16/907:00LGA - LAX
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 24/908:15LAX - LGA
1 stop8h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/4£204

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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

Wed 4/6

10:15-13:18

Nonstop6h 03m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/6

14:23-22:49

Nonstop5h 26m

£152

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/6

11:37-14:48

Nonstop6h 11m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/6

20:53-05:30

Nonstop5h 37m

£153

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Wed 4/6

05:59-11:39

1 stop8h 40m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/6

14:23-22:49

Nonstop5h 26m

£154

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Wed 4/6

11:00-21:29

1 stop13h 29m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/6

21:21-10:09

1 stop9h 48m

£162

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Wed 4/6

06:30-14:06

2 stops10h 36m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/6

09:59-22:00

1 stop9h 01m

£165

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Wed 4/6

11:30-21:29

1 stop12h 59m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/6

21:21-10:31

1 stop10h 10m

£171

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Tue 3/6

16:50-19:43

Nonstop5h 53m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/6

22:20-06:48

Nonstop5h 28m

£174

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Tue 13/5

19:59-23:17

Nonstop6h 18m

Los Angeles

Tue 20/5

21:43-05:59

Nonstop5h 16m

£180

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/9

06:00-09:06

Nonstop6h 06m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/9

12:25-21:00

Nonstop5h 35m

£189

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 16/9

07:29-14:57

1 stop10h 28m

Los Angeles

Tue 23/9

11:12-22:17

1 stop8h 05m

£196

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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 25 April 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, 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 29 April 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 49% 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 30 March 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. Wednesday at midday 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 29 April 2025.

The most flights from NYC to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (209 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (143 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 29 April 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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

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

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

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 180 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 £152, 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 46% 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 £87. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and Delta, 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%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (93%) and Singapore Airlines (91%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay £468 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 £154.

  • 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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