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Cheap flights from New York to Los Angeles from $137

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New York to Los Angeles departing on 19/10. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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21:59 - 01:07EWR-LAX
6h 08mdirect
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06:00 - 21:02LAX-EWR
12h 02m1 stop
$172Spirit Airlines
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Mon, 29 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep
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17:59 - 23:58EWR-LAX
8h 59m1 stop
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19:58 - 05:50LAX-EWR
6h 52m1 stop
$214Spirit Airlines
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Tue, 19 Aug - Sat, 30 Aug
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06:30 - 11:57LGA-LAX
8h 27m1 stop
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06:38 - 22:05LAX-LGA
12h 27m1 stop
$336Frontier
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Wed, 27 Aug - Sat, 30 Aug
Frontier Logo
06:15 - 12:21JFK-LAX
9h 06m1 stop
Frontier Logo
20:53 - 05:30LAX-JFK
5h 37mdirect
$342Frontier
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Mon, 15 Sep - Mon, 22 Sep
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15:23 - 18:35EWR-LAX
6h 12mdirect
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22:32 - 06:59LAX-EWR
5h 27mdirect
$351Alaska Airlines
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Sat, 15 Nov - Sat, 15 Nov
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19:59 - 22:58EWR-LAX
5h 59mdirect
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21:26 - 05:59LAX-EWR
5h 33mdirect
$360Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 26 Aug - Wed, 3 Sep
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20:30 - 23:33EWR-LAX
6h 03mdirect
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21:20 - 05:42LAX-EWR
5h 22mdirect
$391JetBlue
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Wed, 23 Jul - Mon, 28 Jul
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22:10 - 01:24JFK-LAX
6h 14mdirect
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16:20 - 00:55LAX-JFK
5h 35mdirect
$391JetBlue
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Tue, 22 Jul - Sat, 26 Jul
Delta Logo
19:05 - 22:20JFK-LAX
6h 15mdirect
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21:33 - 06:00LAX-JFK
5h 27mdirect
$408Delta
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Sat, 20 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep
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19:05 - 22:20JFK-LAX
6h 15mdirect
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23:59 - 08:23LAX-JFK
5h 24mdirect
$421Delta
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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
29 Sept
EWR21:59Newark
6h 08m
LAX01:07Los Angeles
30 Sept
LAX06:00Los Angeles
12h 02m
1 stop
EWR21:02Newark
Spirit Airlines
19 Aug
EWR17:59Newark
8h 59m
1 stop
LAX23:58Los Angeles
30 Aug
LAX19:58Los Angeles
6h 52m
1 stop
EWR05:50Newark
Spirit Airlines
30 July
LGA05:59New York LaGuardia
12h 32m
1 stop
LAX15:31Los Angeles
8 Aug
LAX22:10Los Angeles
11h 18m
1 stop
LGA12:28New York LaGuardia

Delta flights from New York to Los Angeles

Our best Delta deals on New York to Los Angeles flight tickets
Delta
16 Sept
JFK19:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 15m
LAX22:20Los Angeles
20 Sept
LAX15:27Los Angeles
5h 32m
JFK23:59New York John F Kennedy Intl
Delta
20 Sept
JFK19:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 15m
LAX22:20Los Angeles
24 Sept
LAX21:33Los Angeles
5h 27m
JFK06:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
Delta
16 Sept
JFK19:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 15m
LAX22:20Los Angeles
21 Oct
LAX23:59Los Angeles
5h 24m
JFK08:23New York John F Kennedy Intl

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of January is another great option to travel to Los Angeles, with average flight prices from New York averaging around $477.

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

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Los Angeles from New York. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $1,436. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $2,328. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Los Angeles.

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

Flying to Los Angeles from New York at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $359 when looking at flights departing at midday. Flights to Los Angeles are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $2,244. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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 $580 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 $503 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?

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 July 2025, prices for New York to Los Angeles flights are approximately 14% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to Los Angeles

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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Cheap New York to Los Angeles (NYC to LAX) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

$137

Fastest flight time

5h 47m

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Airports in Los Angeles

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from New York in the past 72 hours is $137. The best return flight deal from New York to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $172.
The fastest flight from New York to Los Angeles takes 5h 47m
Direct flights go from New York to Los Angeles every day.
There is 1 airport near Los Angeles: Los Angeles (LAX)

  • How far is New York to Los Angeles by plane?

    The straight-line distance from New York to Los Angeles is 3940.2 km. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 5h 47m.

  • 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 were last updated today.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. 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 necessary travel and health documents for your Los Angeles Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from New York to Los Angeles?


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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from New York to Los Angeles?

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Can I find flights from New York to Los Angeles with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Los Angeles from New York which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from New York to Los Angeles?

Once all potential New York to Los Angeles flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

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

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Los Angeles from New York. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.


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