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£72 Find Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to New York

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Los Angeles to New York, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£118
Overall average: £262
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LAX - EWR • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
£133
Typical prices: £201-£362
Spirit Airlines
Thu 5/3Sun 8/3
LAX - EWR • Direct
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to New York (LAX-NYC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Los Angeles to New York that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Los Angeles to New York

Wed, 1 Apr - Sat, 11 Apr
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08:16 - 16:24
LAX
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EWR
5h 08mdirect
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06:00 - 13:05
EWR
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LAX
10h 05m
1 stop
£118Multiple Airlines
Tue, 17 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb
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19:18 - 11:29
LAX
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EWR
13h 11m
1 stop
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09:10 - 12:38
EWR
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LAX
6h 28mdirect
£127Spirit Airlines
Tue, 10 Feb - Tue, 10 Feb
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06:15 - 14:37
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JFK
5h 22mdirect
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17:29 - 20:51
JFK
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LAX
6h 22mdirect
£143JetBlue
Mon, 16 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
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22:45 - 11:58
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JFK
10h 13m
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06:00 - 12:55
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LAX
9h 55m
1 stop
£146Frontier
Tue, 31 Mar - Sat, 11 Apr
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22:43 - 12:34
LAX
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EWR
10h 51m
1 stop
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06:00 - 13:05
EWR
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LAX
10h 05m
1 stop
£146Frontier
Tue, 10 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb
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06:15 - 14:37
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JFK
5h 22mdirect
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17:30 - 21:02
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6h 32mdirect
£150JetBlue
Tue, 10 Feb - Fri, 20 Feb
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11:55 - 20:30
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JFK
5h 35mdirect
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07:00 - 10:35
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LAX
6h 35mdirect
£151Delta
Fri, 13 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb
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15:40 - 23:59
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5h 19mdirect
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19:45 - 23:23
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6h 38mdirect
£155Delta
Tue, 17 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb
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23:15 - 11:40
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LGA
9h 25m
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15:30 - 23:25
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10h 55m
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£173Southwest
Wed, 18 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar
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7h 50m
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15:30 - 22:55
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10h 25m
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£180Southwest
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Los Angeles to New York flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to New York to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Los Angeles to New York costs £99 on the route between Los Angeles (LAX) and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 80% cheaper than other Los Angeles-New York routes. It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to New York?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Los Angeles to New York clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Los Angeles to New York, look for departures on Tuesdays and avoid leaving on a Saturday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from New York, Monday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to New York?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to New York is February, where tickets cost £210 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £289 and £270 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Los Angeles to New York?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of £201, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to New York, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 38% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles to New York

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines, JetBlue and JFK

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, The Points Guy, and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta, United Airlines, EWR and LAX

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Los Angeles to New York

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight£73
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (17% more expensive on average)
Flight from Los Angeles to Newark Liberty Airport

When to book flights from Los Angeles to New York

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to New York based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Los Angeles to New York: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Los Angeles to New York 
Verified travelerFlew with Spirit Airlines
LAX
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EWR
Jan 2026
As bad as it gets. Sign in at one terminal (40 minutes), walk to another terminal to go through security (1 hour+), then take a shuttle through taxiing planes on the tarmac to your flight's terminal (up to another hour). Absurd.. Give yourself a whopping 4 hours or you could miss your flight.
JFlew with Alaska Airlines
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EWR
Oct 2024
You get a little a Pretzel bag or Biscoff crackers. Bring your snacks for the long haul. And listen for free gate checks !
alanFlew with Alaska Airlines
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Jul 2024
Show up early. Security line was long (admittedly at the end of the 4th of July weekend).
MagedaFlew with United Airlines
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Feb 2024
If you use the United mileage card, you will have priority boarding, which puts you to board in group 2, you get one free luggage checked in, gives you 2 free annual passes for United Club, drop off bags it's easy and convenient on level 2 in both airports Lax and Newark after checking in online

FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to New York

  • What are the options to park my car at Los Angeles International?

    Los Angeles offers valet parking, standard terminal parking, and economy parking. In addition, there are several pay lots located around the airport that provide shuttle service to and from the airport; plus, even some hotels around the airport offer parking with shuttle service for a fee.

  • What is the cheapest way to travel from New York LaGuardia to Manhattan?

    A one-way trip on a New York City Metropolitan Transportation Authority bus costs just $2.75, and they offer service to all parts of Manhattan as well as to Queens and Long Island.

  • How easy is it to rent a car at John F. Kennedy International?

    All of the major rental companies like Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, and National have lots and offices located right at the entrance to the airport. All of the rental car locations can be reached by taking the airport's AirTrain transportation system.

  • Can I get an Uber when landing at Newark?

    Of course! Uber asks that you request your ride when you are ready to head outside, exit on the arrivals level by following the signs for passenger pick-up, and then select your terminal and door number to help your driver locate you.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to New York?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to New York was £72 for a one-way ticket and £118 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Los Angeles to New York?

    On your way to New York, you’ll fly out from Los Angeles. You’ll be landing in one of New York’s 2 airports: Newark or New York John F Kennedy Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to New York?

    JetBlue, American Airlines, Delta, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to New York flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to New York?

    The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to New York flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to New York?

    There are direct flights from Los Angeles to New York on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Los Angeles to New York, JetBlue or Spirit Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Los Angeles to New York are JetBlue and Spirit Airlines. With an average price for the route of £575 and an overall rating of 7.2, JetBlue is the most popular choice. Spirit Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £152 and an overall rating of 6.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to New York?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to New York.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to New York?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to New York?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to New York with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to New York?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New York from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to New York

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Los Angeles to New York? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £153 or less one-way and £394 or less round-trip.
  • Since the New York metropolitan area boasts three large, international airports, it can be helpful to take into account where you will be heading after flights from Los Angeles to New York. All three airports can be used when traveling to Manhattan, but New York John F. Kennedy Intl. is more convenient when traveling to Queens, Brooklyn, or Long Island. New York LaGuardia is an excellent choice for upper Manhattan or the Bronx, while Newark is an excellent choice for the West Side of Manhattan or Staten Island.
  • If your furry, four-legged friend is making the trip with you from Los Angeles to New York, you will be happy to know that they do not have to "hold it" the whole way there. Los Angeles International offers a total of eleven pet relief stations located throughout all of the terminals. In addition, three of the stations are located before you pass through security and the other eight are located inside each of the terminal buildings once you have passed through security.
  • If the kids land at NewYork LaGuardia craving a kid-friendly meal, the airport offers some fantastic, family-friendly dining choices. The whole family can get their favorite taco or burrito at Vuelo Taqueria in Terminal C, and they can all grab their favorite burger at Custom Burgers by Pat La Frieda in Terminal D.
  • Flights from Los Angeles to New York John F. Kennedy can be 5 hours or longer. If you are looking to refresh yourself after such a long flight, why not stop into one of XpressSpa's eight airport locations? XpressSpa offers all of the traditional spa services you would expect, like massages, nail care, facials, haircuts and styling, and body waxing. Each location's hours vary depending on flight schedule, but you can call or email to book appointments, or simply walk in.
  • If landing in the New York area is just for an overnight stopover on a more extended trip to Europe or Asia, Newark boasts eight hotels that are just outside the airport grounds. In addition, the Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott is located on the airport property.

Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to New York?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Los Angeles to New York.
Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Airport to New York, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles to New York

Monday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

New York to Los Angeles

Monday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Los Angeles to New York

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Los Angeles to New York. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Los Angeles to New York? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.2
JetBlueOverall score based on 2891 reviews
8.0Crew
7.4Boarding
6.6Food
7.5Comfort
7.2Entertainment
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Horribly rude check in at airport, worst in 25 years of flying. All over a simple issue they could have googled to resolve.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Jan 2026
FLL - JFK
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Horribly rude check in at airport, worst in 25 years of flying. All over a simple issue they could have googled to resolve.

The ride share experience in JFK is terrible. After traveling on a flight, then you need to take a subway to the last stop to get an uber or lyft. Unacceptable. Bad job JetBlue for permitting JFK and Port Authority to do this to your passengers.

Four plus hour flight delay in New York caused us to take off after 11:30pm. We didn’t arrive at our hotel until five hours after check in. Started the trip off feeling exhausted.

I don’t usually fly budget airlines or airlines in the United States. It was as good as any other airline. The seats are comfortable and the airline attendants are not rude & surly. Very nice flight (s).

They have the most inexperienced / rude flight staff I’ve encountered

I paid extra for a seat closer to the front. The TV didn’t work at all for the entire flight. Would have been nice to know before I purchased an “upgraded “ seat

Too many long delays with JetBlue. Worst major airline that serves JFK but unfortunately I keep going back because of the prices.

flight cancelled after 2 delays. left us sitting in JFK at 1am. no customer service to assist rebooking.

To not have food or proper snacks on a 5 hour flight was the worst.

Spend hours delayed with no food, water anything sitting on the aieplane with no ability to eat or use the restroom. My entire experience was the absolute worst. I will never fly jet Blue again.

For the price of the fare, there really isn’t much to complain about.

A Spirit agent caused me to miss my flight. The company has not responded for request of refund. Stay away from Spirit.

I arrived two hours early, and at 9:20 I was still queuing for security.

Got to LAX at 3:20 am, the counter personnel did not start to check in bags till 3:40 am. I patiently waited at the priority check in line as they started to take people from the general line. After about 15 minutes of waiting, I approached the lady exactly in front of the priority line and asked her if they would be taking people from the priority line or if I would need to switch to waiting in the general line. She responded “yes”, I then asked her yes to what? And she yelled back at me loudly “I SAID YES!” Needless to say, I waited at the end of the line of the general line. I could have been told the priority line would not be called upon and could have queued in the general line ahead of many people that arrived to cue after I did

Terrible they canceled the flight very sheepishly and ended up costing me 1200 dollars and kayak and xcover are doing nothing

No free snacks or drinks. Freezing. Uncomfortable. No plugs or entertainment. If you fly to LA the make you change terminals with a slow bus. Awful trip that took forever. Terrible airline- maybe the worst I’ve ever flown.

Crew are always very angry and dismissive like they seem they are being forced to work. In addition, there was a long line for the bathrooms, and only one was allowed to be used. No reason was given for only one bathroom being available; apparently, the stewardess was more interested in using the jumpseat instead of allowing the customers to use the bathroom.

Vegas is such a quick flight that amenities aren’t the important part, in my opinion. Just get me there efficiently and safely, and that’s exactly what they did!

The flight was severely delayed due to the missing flight attendants.

Flight was cancelled without warning close to flight date. Stuck witha credit has to buy a new ticket from another airline in either to get to location. Email cancelling was lost in mail.

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