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

As of November 2025, there are 249 flights per day flying from New York to California. The most common time of day flights depart is 17:00, with 38% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

Frontier, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to California

How long is the flight from New York to California?

The flight from New York to California depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Newark (a popular airport in New York) to Los Angeles (the most popular airport in California), then the flight time is 6h 21m on average. If you fly from New York (another popular airport in New York) to Los Angeles, then the average flight time is 7h 21m.

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

As of November 2025, there are 1,748 flights per week flying from New York to California. The most common day of the week flights depart is Sun, with 24% of flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to California?

Prices for flights from New York to California were last updated today.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to California?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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16:40 - 19:32JFK-LAS

5h 52mdirect

23:10 - 07:00LAS-JFK

4h 50mdirect

$234JetBlue

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21:34 - 05:30LAS-JFK

4h 56mdirect

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21:34 - 05:30LAS-JFK

4h 56mdirect

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18:57 - 10:06JFK-LAS

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8h 55m1 stop

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06:00 - 16:17LAS-JFK

7h 17m1 stop

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2 Dec

EWR14:38Newark

12h 12m

1 stop

LAX23:50Los Angeles

5 Dec

LAX06:00Los Angeles

12h 39m

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EWR21:39Newark

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17 Nov

EWR12:04Newark

14h 55m

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LAX23:59Los Angeles

18 Nov

LAX01:20Los Angeles

13h 20m

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6 Dec

EWR18:39Newark

6h 17m

LAX21:56Los Angeles

9 Dec

LAX09:24Los Angeles

5h 20m

EWR17:44Newark

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4 Dec

JFK21:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

6h 25m

LAX01:10Los Angeles

10 Dec

LAX16:00Los Angeles

5h 22m

JFK00:22New York John F Kennedy Intl

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4 Dec

JFK21:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

6h 25m

LAX01:10Los Angeles

8 Dec

LAX22:45Los Angeles

5h 24m

JFK07:09New York John F Kennedy Intl

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5 Dec

LGA14:50New York LaGuardia

9h 07m

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LAX20:57Los Angeles

14 Dec

LAX12:45Los Angeles

7h 56m

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

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07:40-10:37

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Nonstop5h 03m

$319

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JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

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18:57-10:06

1 stop18h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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1 stop8h 55m

$324

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JFKLAS

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1 stop7h 17m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The cheapest month to fly to California from New York is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $477, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit California in January, then you should wait until September to fly from New York, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $477.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to California from New York is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $1,962. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from New York to California on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $2,387. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

Flying to California from New York in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $600 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $2,278. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest New York to California flight route?

Fly from Newark to Los Angeles for the best New York - California flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $573 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from New York for as low as $454 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to California 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 California flights?

You could potentially save up to 38% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to California flight.

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Best price found	$125
Fastest flight time	5h 32m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	1 airport

The best one-way flight to California from New York in the past 72 hours is $125. The best return flight deal from New York to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $2,116.

The fastest flight from New York to California takes 5h 32m

Direct flights go from New York to California every day.

There is 1 airport near California: Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to California?
Prices for flights from New York to California were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to California?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to California?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between New York and California, the leading plane model is Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321, making up 18.72% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A321neo with 13.26%, Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 8.89%, and Boeing 757-200 with 8.66%.

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To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to California from New York.

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I’m not ready to book a flight from New York to California right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are simply researching potential flights to California, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to California from New York and alert you when they change.