Cheap flights from New Jersey to California from $73

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 4/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
EWR — LAX
Mar 24 — Mar 311

How far in advance should I book a flight from New Jersey to California?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 16 days in advance to save up to 115% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 16 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from New Jersey to California 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $391, or $583 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Jersey to California?

Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to California from New Jersey. Users have commonly found prices around $352 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $122. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New Jersey to California (NJ - CA)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Jersey to California as you normally would.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from New Jersey to California

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between New Jersey and California. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Spirit Airlines flights we've found from New Jersey to California. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Fri 5/108:59 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop13h 19mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/1110:53 amLAX - PHL
Nonstop5h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$92
Mon 5/139:25 pmLGA - LAX
1 stop15h 17mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/145:19 pmLAX - LGA
1 stop11h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$122
Tue 5/71:59 pmLGA - LAX
1 stop14h 16mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/86:05 amLAX - LGA
1 stop11h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$123
Mon 4/2210:50 pmEWR - LAX
1 stop22h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/239:28 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$128
Mon 4/226:15 pmEWR - LAX
1 stop23h 07mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/239:21 pmLAX - EWR
1 stop20h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$138
Sat 4/2710:00 amPHL - LAX
Nonstop6h 01mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/274:23 pmLAX - PHL
1 stop16h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$144
Tue 4/97:55 pmLGA - LAX
1 stop8h 39mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/1611:59 pmLAX - LGA
1 stop11h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$146
Wed 4/34:15 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop9h 30mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/1011:59 amLAX - PHL
1 stop14h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$147
Tue 4/1612:49 pmLGA - LAX
2 stops15h 04mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/232:32 pmLAX - LGA
2 stops20h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$150

Cheap JetBlue flights from New Jersey to California

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by JetBlue for the route between New Jersey and California. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on JetBlue flights from New Jersey to California. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Fri 4/128:15 pmEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 09mJetBlue
Tue 4/1612:36 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 23mJetBlue
Deal found 3/18$247
Tue 4/96:00 amEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 01mJetBlue
Fri 4/1212:36 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 23mJetBlue
Deal found 3/18$253
Wed 5/89:30 pmJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 19mJetBlue
Wed 7/102:10 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 44mJetBlue
Deal found 3/17$278
Wed 4/36:00 amEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 01mJetBlue
Tue 4/910:31 amLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 32mJetBlue
Deal found 3/18$279
Tue 4/165:29 amJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 04mJetBlue
Tue 4/233:40 pmLAX - JFK
1 stop11h 19mJetBlue
Deal found 3/19$299
Thu 4/46:00 amEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 01mJetBlue
Wed 4/1012:36 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 23mJetBlue
Deal found 3/18$302
Tue 3/266:00 amJFK - SAN
Nonstop6h 08mJetBlue
Wed 4/38:20 pmSAN - JFK
Nonstop5h 23mJetBlue
Deal found 3/18$337
Tue 4/25:29 amJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 01mJetBlue
Wed 4/103:40 pmLAX - JFK
1 stop11h 19mJetBlue
Deal found 3/18$355
Mon 3/256:00 amJFK - SAN
Nonstop6h 08mJetBlue
Tue 4/27:54 pmSAN - JFK
1 stop10h 58mJetBlue
Deal found 3/18$367

Cheap New Jersey to California flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from New Jersey to California specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Prices were last updated on March 19, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from New Jersey to California in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 4/2210:50 pmEWR - LAX
1 stop22h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/239:28 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$128
Tue 4/96:47 amEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/94:45 pmLAX - EWR
1 stop19h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19$134
Mon 4/226:15 pmEWR - LAX
1 stop23h 07mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/239:21 pmLAX - EWR
1 stop20h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$138
Thu 4/111:06 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop21h 27mSpirit Airlines
Fri 4/1210:52 amLAX - PHL
Nonstop5h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$141
Sat 4/2710:00 amPHL - LAX
Nonstop6h 01mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/274:23 pmLAX - PHL
1 stop16h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$144
Tue 4/1612:49 pmLGA - LAX
2 stops15h 04mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/232:32 pmLAX - LGA
2 stops20h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$150
Wed 4/34:15 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop9h 30mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/1011:59 amLAX - PHL
1 stop14h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19$151
Tue 4/167:20 amPHL - LAX
1 stop9h 18mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/2311:59 amLAX - PHL
1 stop14h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$152
Mon 4/156:00 amLGA - LAX
2 stops17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1611:59 pmLAX - LGA
1 stop11h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$158

New Jersey to California 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between New Jersey and California in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from New Jersey to California in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 5/108:59 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop13h 19mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/1110:53 amLAX - PHL
Nonstop5h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$92
Mon 4/2210:50 pmEWR - LAX
1 stop22h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/239:28 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$128
Tue 4/96:47 amEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/94:45 pmLAX - EWR
1 stop19h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19$134
Mon 4/226:15 pmEWR - LAX
1 stop23h 07mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/239:21 pmLAX - EWR
1 stop20h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$138
Thu 4/111:06 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop21h 27mSpirit Airlines
Fri 4/1210:52 amLAX - PHL
Nonstop5h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$141
Sat 4/2710:00 amPHL - LAX
Nonstop6h 01mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/274:23 pmLAX - PHL
1 stop16h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$144
Tue 4/1612:49 pmLGA - LAX
2 stops15h 04mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/232:32 pmLAX - LGA
2 stops20h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$150
Wed 4/34:15 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop9h 30mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/1011:59 amLAX - PHL
1 stop14h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19$151
Tue 4/167:20 amPHL - LAX
1 stop9h 18mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/2311:59 amLAX - PHL
1 stop14h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$152

Non-stop flights to California from New Jersey

Discover non-stop flight options from New Jersey to California. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from New Jersey to California. Search for alternative flights from New Jersey to California by utilizing the search form above.
Tue 4/166:59 amEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 06mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/239:28 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$188
Tue 4/166:59 amEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 06mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/239:28 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$193
Sat 5/46:59 amEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 06mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/79:28 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$199
Wed 5/17:00 amEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 07mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/49:28 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$200
Wed 5/17:00 amEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 07mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/79:28 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$201
Sat 4/276:59 amEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 06mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/49:28 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$202
Tue 4/166:59 amEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 06mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/239:28 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$206
Mon 5/67:45 amPHL - LAX
Nonstop6h 01mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/910:53 amLAX - PHL
Nonstop5h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$208
Tue 4/165:19 pmPHL - LAX
Nonstop5h 59mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/248:16 amLAX - PHL
Nonstop5h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$209

New Jersey to California flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from New Jersey to California for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from New Jersey to California. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Tue 3/265:35 amEWR - LAX
1 stop12h 57mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/161:45 pmLAX - EWR
1 stop20h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$201
Tue 3/2610:50 pmLGA - LAX
1 stop14h 46mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/29:40 pmLAX - LGA
1 stop8h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$204
Tue 3/2610:50 amLGA - SFO
1 stop12h 12mFrontier
Tue 4/2311:59 pmSFO - LGA
1 stop8h 38mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$205
Wed 3/2712:55 pmLGA - LAX
1 stop13h 52mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/29:40 pmLAX - LGA
1 stop8h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$205
Tue 3/2610:50 pmLGA - LAX
1 stop14h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/2011:40 pmLAX - LGA
1 stop7h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$208
Tue 3/2610:50 pmLGA - SFO
2 stops20h 03mFrontier
Tue 4/2311:59 pmSFO - LGA
1 stop8h 38mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$211
Tue 3/265:35 amEWR - LAX
1 stop12h 57mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/173:30 pmLAX - EWR
1 stop18h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$211
Tue 3/2610:50 pmLGA - LAX
1 stop14h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/1911:15 pmLAX - LGA
1 stop7h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$212
Tue 3/2610:50 amLGA - SFO
1 stop12h 12mFrontier
Mon 4/2211:59 pmSFO - LGA
1 stop8h 38mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$213

One-way flights to California from New Jersey

Search for one-way flight options from New Jersey to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from New Jersey to California can select one of these great deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from New Jersey to California should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Wed 4/176:00 amPHL - LAX
1 stop12h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$73
Tue 4/166:20 pmEWR - LAX
2 stops22h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$75
Tue 4/161:20 pmEWR - LAX
1 stop12h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19$76
Tue 4/167:20 amPHL - LAX
2 stops33h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$76
Tue 4/161:25 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop14h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$79
Mon 4/1510:50 pmEWR - LAX
1 stop22h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$81
Wed 4/34:15 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop9h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$81
Wed 4/104:19 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop9h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$82
Tue 4/238:03 pmLGA - SFO
1 stop22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$84

Find flights from New Jersey to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New Jersey to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$92 - $262

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Fri 5/10

1 stop13h 19m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/11

Nonstop5h 11m

$92

New York LaGuardiaLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Mon 5/13

1 stop15h 17m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/14

1 stop11h 41m

$122

New York LaGuardiaLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Mon 4/15

1 stop17h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/16

1 stop11h 27m

$144

New York LaGuardiaSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/16

1 stop27h 59m

San Francisco

Tue 4/23

1 stop18h 00m

$173

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Fri 4/12

Nonstop6h 09m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/16

Nonstop5h 23m

$247

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Wed 5/1

1 stop10h 34m

San Francisco

Sat 5/4

1 stop8h 34m

$253

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Wed 4/17

1 stop8h 24m

San Francisco

Sat 4/20

1 stop7h 12m

$256

New York John F Kennedy IntlSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/16

1 stop8h 05m

San Diego

Tue 4/23

1 stop16h 09m

$257

New York John F Kennedy IntlLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/22

1 stop14h 56m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/2

1 stop13h 59m

$262

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 3/18

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 March 19, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, JetBlue and Alaska Airlines from New Jersey to California have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
9,150 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.

8.1
Very good
9,150 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,150 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.

8.1
Very good
11,551 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,150 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.

7.7
Good
4,921 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,150 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.

7.6
Good
4,155 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,150 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.

7.4
Good
11,602 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,150 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Jersey to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are some ways I can limit my negative environmental impact during my journey?

    You can help to limit your carbon footprint during your journey by opting to travel in Economy rather than upgrading your seat, as Economy typically has a lower environmental impact. If possible, try to book a direct flight rather than one that requires a layover, as these usually result in fewer greenhouse gas emissions.

  • Are there any sustainable airlines that service flights from New Jersey to California?

    United Airlines is one of the airlines that services flights from New Jersey to California the most frequently. United Airlines is working to limit its negative impact on the environment and is even the only airline in the world to commit to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, without relying on traditional carbon offsets.

  • How can I know if an airline is environmentally friendly or not?

    To learn more about how environmentally friendly an airline is, you will want to read through the company’s Sustainability Strategy, as this document is where you will be able to find information on the company’s long-term sustainability goals and how they intend to reach them.

  • Bordered by the cool blue waters of the Pacific Ocean, the coast of California features scenic beaches, while the inland areas have gorgeous national parks and all kinds of attractions to make your trip memorable. The state has some of the most famous areas in the country, from the Hollywood Walk of Fame to San Francisco's Union Square. There's no shortage of flights from New Jersey to California, and a direct flight gets you there in just over five hours.

  • How long is the flight from New Jersey to California?

    On a direct flight from New Jersey to California, expect to spend a little over five hours on the plane, although this depends on where in California you land.

  • Which airlines operate flights from New Jersey to California?

    Direct flights from New Jersey to California are available with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, United and Virgin America. United has the widest range of destinations in California.

  • How frequent are flights between New Jersey and California?

    There are plenty of options flying from New Jersey to California, as there are typically over 10 daily direct flights and dozens more flights with stops available.

  • Which airports serve New Jersey to California?

    Flights from New Jersey to California fly out of Newark Liberty International Airport. California has quite a few international airports, the busiest being Los Angeles International Airport. There are also large international airports in San Francisco, San Diego, Oakland, San Jose and multiple other cities, making it easy to fly to most areas of California.

  • Which direct flight route between New Jersey and California is cheapest?

    Newark Liberty International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is a popular route that often has cheap flights available, but with all the flights going to California, deals come and go often. Your best bet is figuring out where in California you want to go, and then looking for deals at airports in that area. The first thing you notice when you visit California is its diversity. Just within Los Angeles, there's a fast-paced downtown, laid-back beach areas, the upscale, flashy restaurants in Beverly Hills and West Hollywood, and a thriving independent art scene in North Hollywood. You could hit the slopes at Big Bear, or spend the night camping away from it all in the peaceful Ojai or Big Sur areas. While southern California gets the attention for its hot weather, northern California also has plenty to see and do, including the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco and wine tours in Napa Valley. California is the type of place that is great to visit at any time of year. Use our smart search engine to check out cheap flights from New Jersey to California and save money on your upcoming trip.

  • How busy are the airports in New Jersey and California?

    There are quite a few airport options to make trips between the states of New Jersey and California. Some of the airports that you can utilize in New Jersey are Newark International Airport (EWR) and Atlantic City (ACY). Some of the destinations airports that you could choose to utilize on flights to California from New Jersey include Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), San Francisco International Airport (SFO), and San Diego International Airport (SAN) but be mindful of the airport you choose in California as all of these airports have quite a great distance between them so make sure you find one that's going to be convenient for you depending on where you plan on going to California.

  • Which airlines fly directly from New Jersey to California?

    Quite a few of the nonstop flights that you will find that travel between New Jersey and California will originate at Newark International Airport. They include direct flights to San Francisco International Airport aboard Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. If instead, you would like to fly directly from Newark International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, American Airlines, and United Airlines all offer direct flights between these two airports. Finally, if you would like to have a direct flight to San Diego International Airport from Newark International Airport, you will see that both Alaska Airlines and United Airlines offer direct flights between these two airports.

  • What are the layover options between New Jersey to California?

    While direct flights between New Jersey and California can be the quickest way to make the trip Spirit Airlines offers a one-stop flight from Newark International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport with a layover at Las Vegas McCarran (LAS) that costs less than a comparable nonstop flight. This particular trip will add about seven hours to your travel time compared to the nonstop option. If you would like to depart from Atlantic City, there is a one-stop flight to San Diego International Airport that has a layover at Orlando (MCO). You can also take a two-stop flight from Atlantic City to Los Angeles International Airport with layovers at Orlando and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from New Jersey to California?

    Because California and New Jersey are both states within the United States, passengers who travel on flights between these two states do not need to have a visa nor a passport to make this trip. One thing that is important to remember about flights on this route between these two states is that in the near future passengers will need to present a REAL ID to make this trip between these two states.

  • Can I find flights from New Jersey to California for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from New Jersey to California for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $92, but on average you can expect to pay $143.

  • Are there nonstop flights from New Jersey to California for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from New Jersey to California under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from New Jersey to California is less than $208.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from New Jersey to California for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from New Jersey to California within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from New Jersey to California?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How popular is this New Jersey to California flight route?

  • How many flights depart from New Jersey to California on average per day?

    13 flight departures from New Jersey to California per day on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 8% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 31% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 62% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from New Jersey to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from New Jersey to California in 13h 19m. Fly via Spirit Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between New Jersey and California is about 2462 mi.

  • What does EWR to LAX mean?

    EWR and LAX are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. EWR to LAX refers to a flight route from Newark Airport to Los Angeles Airport. San Francisco Airport (SFO), San Diego Airport (SAN), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA), San Jose Airport (SJC), Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$63Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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JetBlueCheapest$99Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$118Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapest$128Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$129Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Breeze AirwaysCheapest$145Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sun Country AirCheapest$163Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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FrontierCheapest$195Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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SkyWest AirlinesCheapest$253Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Helpful tips for your next trip to California

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to California. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • When you fly from New Jersey to California, you will often depart from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). EWR values sustainability and has been implementing projects to decrease its dependence on fossil fuels and use energy as responsibly as possible.
  • Once you reach California, it is common to arrive at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Like EWR, LAX also prioritizes the environment and has even pledged to use 100% renewable energy and have net zero carbon emissions by 2045.
  • You may also arrive at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). SFO has pledged to achieve zero carbon emissions, zero waste, and zero net energy, as well as to conserve water and help to protect biodiversity.

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