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$115+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to California

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JFK — LAX
May 1 — May 81
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/151:00 pm
JFK
-
LAS
1 stop9h 32m
Frontier
Wed 4/2211:35 pm
LAS
-
JFK
1 stop9h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28$223
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/51:00 pm
JFK
-
LAS
1 stop10h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/73:52 pm
LAS
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$224
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/151:00 pm
JFK
-
LAS
1 stop9h 32m
Frontier
Wed 4/2911:35 pm
LAS
-
JFK
1 stop9h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$225
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/151:00 pm
JFK
-
LAS
1 stop9h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/293:25 pm
LAS
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/211:00 pm
JFK
-
LAS
1 stop9h 32m
Frontier
Tue 4/2111:35 pm
LAS
-
JFK
1 stop9h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/141:00 pm
JFK
-
LAS
1 stop9h 32m
Frontier
Tue 4/212:50 pm
LAS
-
JFK
2 stops18h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1$228
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/181:00 pm
JFK
-
LAS
1 stop10h 49m
Frontier
Fri 4/2411:49 pm
LAS
-
JFK
1 stop9h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$229
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/21:00 pm
JFK
-
LAS
1 stop10h 49m
Frontier
Tue 5/511:59 pm
LAS
-
JFK
1 stop8h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$230
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/257:10 am
JFK
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 35m
Delta
Sat 5/23:30 pm
LAS
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 12m
Delta
Deal found 4/1$231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/151:00 pm
JFK
-
LAS
1 stop9h 32m
Frontier
Mon 4/2011:59 pm
LAS
-
JFK
1 stop8h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$233
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/141:00 pm
JFK
-
LAS
1 stop9h 32m
Frontier
Fri 4/2411:49 pm
LAS
-
JFK
1 stop9h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/131:14 pm
JFK
-
LAX
1 stop32h 52m
Frontier
Tue 4/2111:00 pm
LAX
-
JFK
1 stop9h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$235

Find flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for John F Kennedy Intl to California flight deals. Data was last updated April 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$223
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$115
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$386

Good round-trip deal

$294 or less

Good one-way deal

$115 or less
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From New York John F Kennedy Intl to California
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($8 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to California.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/25

11:25 am-2:06 pm

Nonstop5h 41m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 5/2

11:35 am-7:45 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$231

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/25

8:10 am-11:08 am

Nonstop5h 58m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 5/2

11:49 am-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$266

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/30

4:46 pm-8:02 pm

Nonstop6h 16m

San Diego

Sun 5/3

9:25 pm-6:03 am

Nonstop5h 38m

$277

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/4

8:29 pm-11:43 pm

Nonstop6h 14m

San Diego

Tue 8/11

10:10 pm-6:43 am

Nonstop5h 33m

$277

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 7/3

9:00 pm-12:44 am

Nonstop6h 44m

San Francisco

Fri 7/10

11:40 pm-8:09 am

Nonstop5h 29m

$279

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/20

9:40 pm-1:23 am

Nonstop6h 43m

San Francisco

Tue 4/28

4:00 pm-12:30 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$279

New YorkOntario

JFK - ONT

JFKONT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/18

2:55 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Ontario

Sat 4/25

12:49 pm-12:48 am

1 stop8h 59m

$281

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/14

7:25 pm-11:12 pm

Nonstop6h 47m

San Francisco

Fri 4/24

8:35 pm-5:02 am

Nonstop5h 27m

$282

New YorkSan Jose

JFK - SJC

JFKSJC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/18

2:55 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop9h 50m

San Jose

Sat 5/9

12:12 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$291

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/9

10:00 am-1:28 pm

Nonstop6h 28m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 5/12

3:30 pm-12:12 am

Nonstop5h 42m

$301

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Best time to book a flight from John F Kennedy Intl to California

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California (average of $113). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $168). 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 JFK to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 1, 2026.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 30% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from John F Kennedy Intl to California. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California

Explore weekly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to California. 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 April 1, 2026.

The most flights from JFK to USCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (130 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (48 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California?

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated April 1, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Delta, andJetBlue from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California?

    Airlines like Delta, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California in about 5h 41m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and California is about 2241 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $72. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California consider choosing Air Europa (86%), LATAM Airlines (86%) or Frontier (83%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $128. While the most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Francisco) can be booked for $197 on average, our data indicates $1,252 when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to California that include hotel bookings?

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  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to California 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California (average of $113). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $168). 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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Top 9 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to California

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$66Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$118Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$143Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$151Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$155Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$168Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Sun Country AirCheapest$239Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%

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