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Cheap flights from New York to Los Angeles from $46

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11:37 am - 2:38 pmJFK-LAX
6h 01mnonstop
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8:53 pm - 5:30 amLAX-JFK
5h 37mnonstop
$89Frontier
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Thu, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 13
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11:31 am - 2:32 pmJFK-LAX
6h 01mnonstop
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8:53 pm - 5:30 amLAX-JFK
5h 37mnonstop
$91Frontier
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Mon, Sep 15 - Sat, Sep 20
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11:31 am - 2:32 pmJFK-LAX
6h 01mnonstop
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8:53 pm - 5:30 amLAX-JFK
5h 37mnonstop
$94Frontier
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11:30 am - 2:32 pmJFK-LAX
6h 02mnonstop
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8:53 pm - 5:30 amLAX-JFK
5h 37mnonstop
$98Frontier
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Tue, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 10
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5:20 pm - 8:26 pmEWR-LAX
6h 06mnonstop
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10:23 pm - 9:58 amLAX-EWR
8h 35m1 stop
$113Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 16
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5:20 pm - 8:26 pmEWR-LAX
6h 06mnonstop
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7:35 am - 4:00 pmLAX-EWR
5h 25mnonstop
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Tue, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 16
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10:56 pm - 12:52 pmLGA-LAX
16h 56m1 stop
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11:10 pm - 5:30 pmLAX-LGA
15h 20m1 stop
$220
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11:01 am - 8:19 amSWF-LAX
24h 18m2 stops
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7:00 am - 10:41 amLAX-SWF
24h 41m2 stops
$288
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12:24 pm - 11:58 amSWF-LAX
26h 34m1 stop
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12:30 pm - 11:44 amLAX-SWF
44h 14m3 stops
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12:24 pm - 11:58 amSWF-LAX
26h 34m1 stop
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12:30 pm - 11:44 amLAX-SWF
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Spirit Airlines flights from New York to Los Angeles

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on New York to Los Angeles flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Sep 16
EWR5:20 pmNewark
6h 06m
LAX8:26 pmLos Angeles
Sep 16
LAX10:23 pmLos Angeles
8h 35m
1 stop
EWR9:58 amNewark
$113
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Spirit Airlines
Sep 9
EWR5:20 pmNewark
6h 06m
LAX8:26 pmLos Angeles
Sep 16
LAX7:35 amLos Angeles
5h 25m
EWR4:00 pmNewark
$114
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Spirit Airlines
Sep 9
EWR5:20 pmNewark
6h 06m
LAX8:26 pmLos Angeles
Sep 16
LAX7:35 amLos Angeles
5h 25m
EWR4:00 pmNewark
$117
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Frontier flights from New York to Los Angeles

Our best Frontier deals on New York to Los Angeles flight tickets
Frontier
Sep 4
JFK11:37 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 01m
LAX2:38 pmLos Angeles
Sep 13
LAX8:53 pmLos Angeles
5h 37m
JFK5:30 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$89
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Frontier
Sep 15
JFK11:31 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 01m
LAX2:32 pmLos Angeles
Sep 20
LAX8:53 pmLos Angeles
5h 37m
JFK5:30 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
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Frontier
Sep 15
JFK11:31 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 01m
LAX2:32 pmLos Angeles
Sep 15
LAX8:53 pmLos Angeles
5h 37m
JFK5:30 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Los Angeles that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated August 13, 2025.
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New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/4

11:37 am-2:38 pm

Nonstop6h 01m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/13

8:53 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop5h 37m

$89

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/15

11:31 am-2:32 pm

Nonstop6h 01m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/20

8:53 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop5h 37m

$91

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/15

11:31 am-2:32 pm

Nonstop6h 01m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/15

8:53 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop5h 37m

$94

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/2

11:30 am-2:32 pm

Nonstop6h 02m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/10

8:53 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop5h 37m

$98

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Tue 9/16

5:20 pm-8:26 pm

Nonstop6h 06m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

10:23 pm-9:58 am

1 stop8h 35m

$113

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Tue 9/9

5:20 pm-8:26 pm

Nonstop6h 06m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

7:35 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

$114

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Mon 9/8

10:56 pm-12:52 pm

1 stop16h 56m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

11:10 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop15h 20m

$220

New WindsorLos Angeles

SWF - LAX

SWFLAX

New Windsor Stewart

Mon 10/20

11:01 am-8:19 am

2 stops24h 18m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/30

7:00 am-10:41 am

2 stops24h 41m

$288

New WindsorLos Angeles

SWF - LAX

SWFLAX

New Windsor Stewart

Fri 9/19

12:24 pm-11:58 am

1 stop26h 34m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/27

12:30 pm-11:44 am

3 stops44h 14m

$795

New WindsorLos Angeles

SWF - LAX

SWFLAX

New Windsor Stewart

Fri 9/26

12:24 pm-11:58 am

1 stop26h 34m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/4

12:30 pm-11:44 am

3 stops44h 14m

$800

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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 January 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 January, then book flights to Los Angeles from New York during September instead. Flights to Los Angeles in September, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $312.

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

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Los Angeles. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $389. 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 at noon. 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 $552 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 $373 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 $328 on momondo.

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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?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York to Los Angeles.

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

As of August 2025, prices for New York to Los Angeles flights are approximately 7% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to Los Angeles according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$46

Fastest flight time

5h 59m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Los Angeles

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from New York in the past 72 hours is $46. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $89.
The fastest flight from New York to Los Angeles takes 5h 59m
Direct flights go from New York to Los Angeles every day.
There is 1 airport near Los Angeles: Los Angeles (LAX)
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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 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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    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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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $89Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,048 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $122Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,221 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $131Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,651 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $178Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,979 reviews
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Sun Country AirPriceFrom $203Free CancellationRating
6.9
333 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $207Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,915 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $230Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,246 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $236Free CancellationRating
8.0
10,000 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $240Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $253Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,920 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From New York to Los Angeles

    The lowest priced Delta flight from New York to Los Angeles from the last 72 hours was $178. Generally, Delta has 19 flights on this route every week with an average price of $368. Delta is rated 8.0/10 by our users.

  • Alaska Airlines Flights From New York to Los Angeles

    The best Alaska Airlines deal for New York to Los Angeles flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $236, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Alaska Airlines flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $358 round-trip. Alaska Airlines operates 6 flights out of New York into Los Angeles in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 10,000 Alaska Airlines reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 8.0/10.

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