Cheap flights from New York to California from $152

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Frontier Logo
06:59 - 09:34JFK-LAS
5h 35mdirect
Frontier Logo
00:55 - 11:59LAS-JFK
8h 04m1 stop
$244Frontier
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Sun, 19 Oct - Wed, 22 Oct
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21:41 - 00:37JFK-LAS
5h 56mdirect
JetBlue Logo
07:00 - 14:49LAS-JFK
4h 49mdirect
$247JetBlue
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Mon, 3 Nov - Fri, 7 Nov
Spirit Airlines Logo
18:20 - 21:28EWR-LAX
6h 08mdirect
Spirit Airlines Logo
22:23 - 09:58LAX-EWR
8h 35m1 stop
$253Spirit Airlines
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Fri, 26 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep
Spirit Airlines Logo
16:35 - 19:38EWR-LAX
6h 03mdirect
Spirit Airlines Logo
23:10 - 11:55LAX-EWR
9h 45m1 stop
$256Spirit Airlines
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Sat, 4 Oct - Sat, 4 Oct
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16:40 - 19:41EWR-LAX
6h 01mdirect
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21:31 - 10:31LAX-EWR
10h 00m1 stop
Sat, 25 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
Delta Logo
21:29 - 00:16JFK-LAS
5h 47mdirect
Delta Logo
07:10 - 15:15LAS-JFK
5h 05mdirect
$302Delta
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Thu, 23 Oct - Sat, 25 Oct
Delta Logo
21:29 - 00:16JFK-LAS
5h 47mdirect
Delta Logo
23:40 - 07:40LAS-JFK
5h 00mdirect
$305Delta
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Thu, 23 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:00 - 16:09JFK-LAS
9h 09m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
07:00 - 22:14LAS-JFK
12h 14m1 stop
$337Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 5 Nov - Thu, 13 Nov
Alaska Airlines Logo
15:23 - 18:35EWR-LAX
6h 12mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
22:33 - 06:59LAX-EWR
5h 26mdirect
$339Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 4 Nov - Tue, 4 Nov
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11:54 - 18:39LGA-LAX
9h 45m2 stops
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21:31 - 11:29LAX-LGA
10h 58m1 stop
Sat, 25 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct

Spirit Airlines flights from New York to California

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Spirit Airlines
26 Sept
EWR18:20Newark
6h 08m
LAX21:28Los Angeles
30 Sept
LAX22:23Los Angeles
8h 35m
1 stop
EWR09:58Newark
Spirit Airlines
4 Oct
EWR16:35Newark
6h 03m
LAX19:38Los Angeles
4 Oct
LAX23:10Los Angeles
9h 45m
1 stop
EWR11:55Newark
Spirit Airlines
6 Oct
EWR18:20Newark
6h 07m
LAX21:27Los Angeles
15 Oct
LAX11:36Los Angeles
5h 25m
EWR20:01Newark

Alaska Airlines flights from New York to California

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Alaska Airlines
5 Nov
JFK10:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
9h 09m
1 stop
LAS16:09Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
13 Nov
LAS07:00Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
12h 14m
1 stop
JFK22:14New York John F Kennedy Intl
Alaska Airlines
4 Nov
EWR15:23Newark
6h 12m
LAX18:35Los Angeles
4 Nov
LAX22:33Los Angeles
5h 26m
EWR06:59Newark
Alaska Airlines
8 Nov
EWR15:23Newark
6h 12m
LAX18:35Los Angeles
8 Nov
LAX22:33Los Angeles
5h 26m
EWR06:59Newark

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New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 19/10

06:59-09:34

Nonstop5h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 22/10

00:55-11:59

1 stop8h 04m

$244

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/11

21:41-00:37

Nonstop5h 56m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 7/11

07:00-14:49

Nonstop4h 49m

$247

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Fri 26/9

18:20-21:28

Nonstop6h 08m

Los Angeles

Tue 30/9

22:23-09:58

1 stop8h 35m

$253

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Sat 4/10

16:35-19:38

Nonstop6h 03m

Los Angeles

Sat 4/10

23:10-11:55

1 stop9h 45m

$256

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Sat 25/10

16:40-19:41

Nonstop6h 01m

Los Angeles

Mon 27/10

21:31-10:31

1 stop10h 00m

$279

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 23/10

21:29-00:16

Nonstop5h 47m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 25/10

07:10-15:15

Nonstop5h 05m

$302

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 23/10

21:29-00:16

Nonstop5h 47m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 3/11

23:40-07:40

Nonstop5h 00m

$305

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/11

10:00-16:09

1 stop9h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 13/11

07:00-22:14

1 stop12h 14m

$337

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Tue 4/11

15:23-18:35

Nonstop6h 12m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/11

22:33-06:59

Nonstop5h 26m

$339

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Sat 25/10

11:54-18:39

2 stops9h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 27/10

21:31-11:29

1 stop10h 58m

$377

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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 September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $474, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit California in September, then you should wait until January to fly from New York, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $478.

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 $1,972. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from New York to California on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $2,912. 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 evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $674 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $2,372. 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?

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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 $569 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 $503 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?

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

Cheap New York to California flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from New York to California

Best price found

$173

Fastest flight time

5h 27m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in California

2 airports
The best one-way flight to California from New York in the past 72 hours is $173. The best return flight deal from New York to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $448.
The fastest flight from New York to California takes 5h 27m
Direct flights go from New York to California every day.
There are 2 airports near California: Los Angeles (LAX), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
  • 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?

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