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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to New York from $143

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — NYC
25 Feb — 4 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Los Angeles to New York are usually found in January or September, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to New York (NYC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$237

One-way from

$143

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$489

Good round-trip deal

$304 or less

Good one-way deal

$243 or less
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 27/4-30/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 11m total
  • Los Angeles to New York
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 14/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 21m total
  • Los Angeles to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($126 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to New York (NYC).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Los Angeles to New York (NYC).

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 February 2025.

Sun 27/416:59LAX - JFK
1 stop13h 59mFrontier
Wed 30/406:59JFK - LAX
1 stop10h 12mFrontier
Deal found 19/2$237
Tue 22/421:29LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 30mSpirit Airlines
Tue 29/406:50EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 20/2$243
Sun 27/422:59LAX - LGA
1 stop9h 02mSpirit Airlines
Wed 30/411:56LGA - LAX
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 19/2$288
Tue 4/321:35LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 29mJetBlue
Wed 5/309:59JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 21mJetBlue
Deal found 20/2$299
Mon 10/316:10LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 14mDelta
Wed 19/306:00JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 15mDelta
Deal found 20/2$309
Tue 1/406:00LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Wed 2/407:30EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 19/2$309
Tue 25/221:35LAX - EWR
Nonstop4h 54mUnited Airlines
Thu 27/214:45EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/2$328
Tue 4/319:47LAX - JFK
1 stop9h 12mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/311:30JFK - LAX
1 stop12h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 19/2$337
Thu 6/309:10LAX - LGA
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Mon 10/314:55LGA - LAX
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Deal found 20/2$340
Wed 19/311:40LAX - LGA
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Wed 26/306:05LGA - LAX
2 stops13h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 19/2$357
Wed 5/300:56LAX - LGA
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 17/319:29LGA - LAX
1 stop8h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/2$359
Thu 27/206:00LAX - EWR
1 stop8h 05mDelta
Sun 2/313:00EWR - LAX
1 stop9h 56mDelta
Deal found 20/2$403

Find flights from Los Angeles to New York within your budget

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Sun 27/4

16:59-09:58

1 stop13h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 30/4

06:59-14:11

1 stop10h 12m

$237

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Tue 22/4

21:29-05:59

Nonstop5h 30m

Newark

Tue 29/4

06:50-09:59

Nonstop6h 09m

$243

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Sun 27/4

22:59-11:01

1 stop9h 02m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 30/4

11:56-21:49

1 stop12h 53m

$288

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Tue 4/3

21:35-06:04

Nonstop5h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/3

09:59-13:20

Nonstop6h 21m

$299

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Mon 10/3

23:59-08:17

Nonstop5h 18m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 19/3

08:30-11:55

Nonstop6h 25m

$309

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Tue 1/4

06:00-14:29

Nonstop5h 29m

Newark

Wed 2/4

07:30-10:51

Nonstop6h 21m

$309

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Tue 4/3

11:40-19:59

Nonstop5h 19m

Newark

Mon 10/3

06:00-09:05

Nonstop6h 05m

$328

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Tue 4/3

19:47-07:59

1 stop9h 12m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/3

11:30-20:43

1 stop12h 13m

$337

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Thu 6/3

09:10-20:04

1 stop7h 54m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 10/3

14:55-20:32

1 stop8h 37m

$340

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Wed 19/3

11:40-21:45

1 stop7h 05m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 26/3

06:05-16:40

2 stops13h 35m

$357

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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to New York

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Los Angeles to New York including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to New York. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Los Angeles to New York may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 30 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to New York (average of $1,203). Flying from Los Angeles to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,944). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 February 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Los Angeles to New York. Price data was last updated on 16 February 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to New York flight should consider departing on Monday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to New York. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 20 February 2025.

The most flights from LAX to NYC are scheduled on a Thursday (191 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (126 on average).

Rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 71.0 - 114.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 114.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 71.0 mm.

Temperature in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New York. Reviews last updated 20 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Los Angeles to New York by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very Good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to New York?

    Most people fly from Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight from Los Angeles to New York. On average, Los Angeles has 158 outbound flights to New York per day from 7 airlines. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 15.1 km from Los Angeles’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to New York round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Los Angeles to New York is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $237 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and JetBlue, starting at $243 and $299 round-trip. These flights start at 58% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to New York one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $143. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hawaiian Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Los Angeles to New York for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Los Angeles to New York?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to New York?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to New York are Icelandair (96%), LOT (94%) and TAP AIR PORTUGAL (94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to New York?

    On average you can expect to pay $404 for a flight from Los Angeles to New York. The cheapest flight overall is $77 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - New York John F Kennedy Intl) is currently priced at $309.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to New York flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to New York?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to New York.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to New York by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to New York (average of $1,203). Flying from Los Angeles to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,944). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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FrontierCheapest$102Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$188Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$316Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest$349Average$825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$358Average$607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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JetBlueCheapest$410Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapest$458Average$709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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