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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to New York from $171

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — NYC
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to New York are usually found in January or February, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$288

One-way from

$171

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$581

Good round-trip deal

$384 or less

Good one-way deal

$213 or less
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 9/5-13/5
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 51m total
  • Los Angeles to New York
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 6/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 26h 55m total
  • Los Angeles to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($119 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 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 15 April 2025.

Wed 11/609:59LAX - LGA
1 stop9h 01mSpirit Airlines
Tue 17/621:10LGA - LAX
1 stop14h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 13/4$274
Tue 6/520:50LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 40mFrontier
Tue 13/511:30JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 11mFrontier
Deal found 12/4$288
Tue 6/513:04LAX - EWR
2 stops15h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 13/507:00EWR - LAX
1 stop10h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/4$290
Tue 6/522:35LAX - LGA
1 stop14h 54mFrontier
Tue 13/522:00LGA - LAX
1 stop22h 43mFrontier
Deal found 12/4$295
Fri 9/514:23LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/519:59EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$333
Sat 10/508:00LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/519:59EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 14/4$366
Mon 5/500:45LAX - EWR
1 stop8h 06mDelta
Tue 13/509:46EWR - LAX
1 stop7h 56mDelta
Deal found 12/4$407
Wed 17/908:03LAX - JFK
1 stop11h 08mAlaska Airlines
Tue 23/907:27JFK - LAX
1 stop12h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 14/4$415
Sat 24/507:00LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 40mJetBlue
Fri 30/516:50EWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 53mJetBlue
Deal found 13/4$415
Sat 24/514:20LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 35mDelta
Fri 30/515:05JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 10mDelta
Deal found 14/4$423
Wed 2/715:20LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 39mJetBlue
Wed 9/721:59JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 16mJetBlue
Deal found 14/4$431
Sat 24/522:35LAX - LGA
1 stop7h 13mDelta
Fri 30/506:00LGA - LAX
1 stop7h 37mDelta
Deal found 13/4$453

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Los Angeles

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New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Wed 7/5

20:50-05:30

Nonstop5h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/5

11:30-14:41

Nonstop6h 11m

$285

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Thu 8/5

00:41-00:29

1 stop20h 48m

Newark

Tue 13/5

07:00-14:06

1 stop10h 06m

$296

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Fri 9/5

16:59-20:59

1 stop25h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 13/5

22:00-17:43

1 stop22h 43m

$312

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Thu 8/5

00:35-15:00

1 stop11h 25m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 13/5

13:35-22:01

1 stop11h 26m

$325

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Fri 9/5

14:23-22:49

Nonstop5h 26m

Newark

Tue 13/5

19:59-23:17

Nonstop6h 18m

$333

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Sat 10/5

08:00-16:29

Nonstop5h 29m

Newark

Sat 10/5

19:59-23:17

Nonstop6h 18m

$366

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Tue 6/5

22:20-06:48

Nonstop5h 28m

Newark

Tue 13/5

16:50-19:43

Nonstop5h 53m

$375

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Mon 5/5

00:45-11:51

1 stop8h 06m

Newark

Sat 10/5

05:59-11:52

1 stop8h 53m

$407

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Wed 17/9

08:03-22:11

1 stop11h 08m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 23/9

07:27-17:02

1 stop12h 35m

$415

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Tue 13/5

13:55-10:30

1 stop17h 35m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 14/5

18:25-00:05

1 stop8h 40m

$418

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to New York

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 11 April 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 35 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 15 April 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 30 March 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 15 April 2025.

The most flights from LAX to NYC are scheduled on a Sunday (216 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (138 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 15 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest 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

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very Good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

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 169 outbound flights to New York per day from 6 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 $288 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines, starting at $296 and $366 round-trip. These flights start at 49% 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 $171. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and Alaska 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 TAP AIR PORTUGAL (96%), Icelandair (96%) and Air Serbia (96%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $373 for a flight from Los Angeles to New York. The cheapest flight overall is $192 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - New York John F Kennedy Intl) is currently priced at $423.

  • 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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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$109Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapest$155Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$232Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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