How long is the flight from Manhattan to Los Angeles?

There are many flights that can get you from Manhattan to Los Angeles in 6h 41m. Fly via American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Manhattan and Los Angeles is about 1255 mi.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Manhattan to Los Angeles round-trip?

American Airlines, at $451, was found to be the cheapest airline from Manhattan to Los Angeles.. American Airlines is 14% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Manhattan to Los Angeles?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Manhattan to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Manhattan to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.

Can I find deals for flights from Manhattan to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Manhattan to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Manhattan to Los Angeles?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Manhattan to Los Angeles?

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

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Sat 10/185:34 amMHK - LAX

1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines

Sat 10/256:10 amLAX - MHK

1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$420

Sat 11/226:19 pmMHK - LAX

1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines

Mon 11/243:10 pmLAX - MHK

1 stop6h 55mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$458

Tue 9/306:59 amMHK - LAX

1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines

Sat 10/47:45 amLAX - MHK

1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$462

Fri 9/196:59 amMHK - LAX

1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines

Sun 9/213:13 pmLAX - MHK

1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$562

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Sat 10/185:34 amMHK - LAX

1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines

Sat 10/256:10 amLAX - MHK

1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$420

Sat 11/226:19 pmMHK - LAX

1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines

Sun 11/231:30 amLAX - MHK

1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$458

Tue 9/306:59 amMHK - LAX

1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines

Sat 10/47:45 amLAX - MHK

1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$462

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Fri 9/196:59 amMHK - LAX

1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines

Sun 9/213:13 pmLAX - MHK

1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$562

Tue 9/306:59 amMHK - LAX

1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines

Sat 10/47:45 amLAX - MHK

1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$462

Sat 10/185:34 amMHK - LAX

1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines

Sat 10/256:10 amLAX - MHK

1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$420

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Thu 9/255:07 pmMHK - LAX

1 stop8h 51mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$435

Fri 9/2612:25 pmMHK - LAX

2 stops8h 14mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$573

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5:34 am-10:15 am

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Sat 10/25

6:10 am-3:19 pm

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6:19 pm-11:57 pm

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6:59 am-2:18 pm

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Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manhattan to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Manhattan to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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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American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

American Airlines

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Manhattan to Los Angeles?
There are many flights that can get you from Manhattan to Los Angeles in 6h 41m. Fly via American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Manhattan and Los Angeles is about 1255 mi.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Manhattan to Los Angeles round-trip?
American Airlines, at $451, was found to be the cheapest airline from Manhattan to Los Angeles.. American Airlines is 14% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
Can I find deals for flights from Manhattan to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Manhattan to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Manhattan to Los Angeles?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manhattan to Los Angeles.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Manhattan to Los Angeles?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manhattan to Los Angeles 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 Manhattan to Los Angeles?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manhattan to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Manhattan to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manhattan to Los Angeles

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

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Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines from Manhattan to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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