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$76+ Cheap flights from New York State to California

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JFK — LAX
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
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Cheap flight deals from New York to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to California flight deals. Data was last updated August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$140
(Spirit)

One-way from

$76
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$356

Good round-trip deal

$258 or less

Good one-way deal

$143 or less
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Cheapest flights from New York to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/610:05 amEWR - LAS
1 stop14h 41mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/139:57 pmLAS - EWR
Nonstop4h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/26:59 pmEWR - LAS
1 stop16h 15mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/105:36 pmLAS - EWR
1 stop17h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$141
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/123:54 pmEWR - LAS
Nonstop5h 34mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/167:00 amLAS - EWR
Nonstop4h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$142
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/107:00 amEWR - LAS
Nonstop5h 32mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/175:36 pmLAS - EWR
1 stop17h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$143
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/95:15 amEWR - LAS
1 stop7h 58mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/101:52 pmLAS - EWR
2 stops17h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$144
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/910:05 amEWR - LAS
1 stop13h 58mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/139:57 pmLAS - EWR
Nonstop4h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/11$147
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Sat 9/610:05 amEWR - LAS
1 stop14h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/169:57 pmLAS - EWR
Nonstop4h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$148
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/25:59 pmEWR - LAS
Nonstop5h 25mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/169:57 pmLAS - EWR
Nonstop4h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/95:20 pmEWR - LAS
1 stop17h 20mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/1512:47 amLAS - EWR
1 stop11h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$150
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/167:00 amEWR - LAS
Nonstop5h 32mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/209:57 pmLAS - EWR
Nonstop4h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$151
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/16:59 amJFK - LAS
Nonstop5h 37mFrontier
Mon 9/89:28 pmLAS - JFK
Nonstop5h 02mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$162
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/68:49 amLGA - LAS
1 stop16h 56mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/136:15 amLAS - LGA
1 stop10h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$162

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York State to California that are best for you.

Fly from

New York

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkLas Vegas

EWR - LAS

EWRLAS

Newark

Sat 9/6

10:05 am-9:46 pm

1 stop14h 41m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 9/13

9:57 pm-5:54 am

Nonstop4h 57m

$140

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/14

3:20 pm-6:02 pm

Nonstop5h 42m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/23

3:55 pm-11:57 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

$162

New YorkLas Vegas

LGA - LAS

LGALAS

New York LaGuardia

Sun 9/7

10:56 pm-11:07 am

1 stop15h 11m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 9/12

12:59 am-10:11 pm

1 stop18h 12m

$166

New YorkLas Vegas

LGA - LAS

LGALAS

New York LaGuardia

Sun 9/7

5:30 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop28h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/11

9:00 am-8:59 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$166

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/24

3:30 pm-6:11 pm

Nonstop5h 41m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 9/29

11:59 pm-7:59 am

Nonstop5h 00m

$170

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/29

6:00 am-8:43 am

Nonstop5h 43m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 11/3

11:15 pm-7:04 am

Nonstop4h 49m

$170

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/22

6:45 pm-9:22 pm

Nonstop5h 37m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 9/29

11:59 pm-7:59 am

Nonstop5h 00m

$170

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/5

6:50 am-9:29 am

Nonstop5h 39m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 10/11

7:00 am-2:57 pm

Nonstop4h 57m

$170

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/12

6:00 am-8:43 am

Nonstop5h 43m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 11/17

11:15 pm-7:04 am

Nonstop4h 49m

$170

New YorkLas Vegas

LGA - LAS

LGALAS

New York LaGuardia

Sat 9/13

5:39 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop7h 57m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 9/19

12:47 am-5:30 pm

1 stop13h 43m

$172

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Best time to book a flight from New York to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York State to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of New York to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to California (average of $246). Flying from State of New York to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 NY to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 August 14, 2025.

When flying from State of New York to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from State of New York to California

Explore weekly flight availability from New York 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 August 14, 2025.

The most flights from USNY to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (161 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (89 on average).

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 August 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines from New York State to California to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,913 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of New York to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to California (average of $246). Flying from State of New York to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 10 airlines flying from New York to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$62Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$80Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$124Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$131Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$175Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Sun Country AirCheapest$175Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$186Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$201Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$214Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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