Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from New York to Los Angeles?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $195.

What airlines fly to Los Angeles?

United Airlines, Delta and JetBlue are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Los Angeles from New York according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Los Angeles. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Los Angeles on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from New York to Los Angeles?

Detroit (DTW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 36m.

How many flights depart from New York to Los Angeles on average per week?

The number of flights available between New York and Los Angeles is 1,182 per week as of October 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between New York and Los Angeles?

Atlanta (ATL) was the most common stop: 22% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Los Angeles?

Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Los Angeles

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from New York to Los Angeles?

Flights connecting via Detroit (DTW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 26m.

How many flights depart from New York to Los Angeles on average per day?

As of October 2025, 168 flights take off from New York and land in Los Angeles each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 9:00AM, with 38% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How long does it take to fly to Los Angeles?

On average, it takes 5h 49m to fly from New York to Los Angeles if you fly out of Newark (the most popular airport in New York) and into Los Angeles (the most popular airport in Los Angeles). If you’re flying out of New York and into Los Angeles, then the flight time is around 6h 59m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Los Angeles Airport?

Prices for flights from New York to Los Angeles Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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As of October 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Los Angeles Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Los Angeles Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Los Angeles Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Los Angeles Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Los Angeles Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $259 to $547. The lowest price recently found on this route was $182.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Los Angeles?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from New York, with most prices found around $312. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Los Angeles from New York during January instead. Flights to Los Angeles in January, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $314.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Los Angeles. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $386. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Los Angeles on Sunday is $500.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Los Angeles is in the morning. Flights from New York to Los Angeles during this time can be as low as $380. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Los Angeles, so prices are often more expensive at around $565 per ticket.

What is the cheapest New York to Los Angeles flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around $375 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from New York for as low as $296 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to Los Angeles flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Los Angeles flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Los Angeles flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Los Angeles flight.

How have New York to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for New York to Los Angeles flights are approximately 10% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	5h 57m
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The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from New York in the past 72 hours is $155. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $258.

The fastest flight from New York to Los Angeles takes 5h 57m

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How far is New York to Los Angeles by plane?
Los Angeles is 2448.3 mi away from New York. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 5h 56m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Los Angeles Airport?
Prices for flights from New York to Los Angeles Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Los Angeles Airport?
As of October 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Los Angeles Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Los Angeles Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Los Angeles Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Los Angeles Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Los Angeles Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
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momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from New York to Los Angeles is Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321, representing 23.28% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A321neo at 18.21%, Boeing 757-200 at 8.40%, and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 6.92%.
What is the most popular airline from New York to Los Angeles?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from New York to Los Angeles is JetBlue, representing 29% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Delta at 18%, Spirit Airlines at 18%, and United Airlines at 13%.

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $96	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,099 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $108	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,137 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $118	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,781 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $178	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,980 reviews	Search Delta flights
Sun Country Air	PriceFrom $191	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 335 reviews	Search Sun Country Air flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $227	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,907 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $230	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,241 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $232	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,102 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $243	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,982 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $249	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,040 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

Alaska Airlines Flights From New York to Los Angeles
The lowest priced Alaska Airlines flight from New York to Los Angeles from the last 72 hours was $232. Generally, Alaska Airlines has 6 flights on this route every week with an average price of $349. Alaska Airlines is rated 8.0/10 by our users.
Delta Flights From New York to Los Angeles
The best Delta deal for New York to Los Angeles flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $178, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Delta flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $363 round-trip. Delta operates 31 flights out of New York into Los Angeles in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 7,980 Delta reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.9/10.

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Can stopping save me money on New York to Los Angeles flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Los Angeles flight.

How have New York to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for New York to Los Angeles flights are approximately 10% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Los Angeles?

Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Los Angeles

What airlines fly to Los Angeles?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between New York and Los Angeles?

Atlanta (ATL) was the most common stop: 22% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from New York to Los Angeles?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $195.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from New York to Los Angeles?

Flights connecting via Detroit (DTW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 26m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from New York to Los Angeles?

Detroit (DTW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 36m.

How many flights depart from New York to Los Angeles on average per day?

As of October 2025, 168 flights take off from New York and land in Los Angeles each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 9:00AM, with 38% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from New York to Los Angeles on average per week?

The number of flights available between New York and Los Angeles is 1,182 per week as of October 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Los Angeles?

On average, it takes 5h 49m to fly from New York to Los Angeles if you fly out of Newark (the most popular airport in New York) and into Los Angeles (the most popular airport in Los Angeles). If you’re flying out of New York and into Los Angeles, then the flight time is around 6h 59m.

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