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$98+ Cheap flights from New York State to Los Angeles (LAX)

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Cheap flight deals from New York to Los Angeles

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to Los Angeles flight deals. Data was last updated August 7, 2025.

Round-trip from

$177
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$98
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$355

Good round-trip deal

$237 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
From New York to Los Angeles
One-way flight from New York to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York to Los Angeles.
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Cheapest flights from New York to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 7, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Sat 9/62:10 pmEWR - LAX
1 stop12h 30mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/1311:10 pmLAX - EWR
1 stop9h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/7$176
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 8/265:59 pmEWR - LAX
1 stop8h 59mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/15:48 amLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/5$177
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Sat 9/132:10 pmEWR - LAX
1 stop12h 30mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/155:35 amLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/6$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 9/64:35 pmEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 03mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/145:35 amLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/5$180
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/317:08 amBUF - LAX
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/811:41 pmLAX - BUF
1 stop9h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/6$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Fri 8/229:00 pmEWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 59mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/610:31 amLAX - EWR
1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/6$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 8/2310:00 pmEWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 59mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/32:39 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/6$183
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Thu 9/119:00 pmEWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 59mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/167:35 amLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/6$184
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Sat 9/132:10 pmEWR - LAX
1 stop12h 30mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/255:30 amLAX - EWR
1 stop12h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/6$185
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 9/204:35 pmEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 03mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/277:15 amLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/6$186
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Sat 8/3010:00 pmEWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 59mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/111:38 pmLAX - EWR
1 stop9h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/6$187
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/295:40 pmBUF - LAX
1 stop9h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/319:20 amLAX - BUF
1 stop10h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/5$190

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Los Angeles 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 7, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York State to Los Angeles that are best for you.

Fly from

New York

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Sat 9/6

2:10 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/13

11:10 pm-11:58 am

1 stop9h 48m

$176

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Tue 8/26

5:59 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/1

5:48 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop5h 12m

$177

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Sat 9/13

2:10 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/15

5:35 am-1:51 pm

Nonstop5h 16m

$179

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Sat 9/6

4:35 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/14

5:35 am-1:51 pm

Nonstop5h 16m

$180

BuffaloLos Angeles

BUF - LAX

BUFLAX

Buffalo

Sun 8/31

7:08 am-11:44 am

1 stop7h 36m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/8

11:41 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$181

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Fri 8/22

9:00 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop5h 59m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

10:31 am-9:01 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$181

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Sat 8/23

10:00 pm-12:59 am

Nonstop5h 59m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/3

2:39 pm-11:01 pm

Nonstop5h 22m

$183

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Thu 9/11

9:00 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop5h 59m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

7:35 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

$184

BuffaloLos Angeles

BUF - LAX

BUFLAX

Buffalo

Fri 8/29

5:40 pm-12:26 am

1 stop9h 46m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/31

9:20 am-10:27 pm

1 stop10h 07m

$190

BuffaloLos Angeles

BUF - LAX

BUFLAX

Buffalo

Tue 10/14

4:25 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop9h 20m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/14

11:59 pm-10:41 am

1 stop7h 42m

$194

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from State of New York to Los Angeles 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 7, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from State of New York to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Los Angeles. 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 7, 2025.

The most flights from USNY to LAX are scheduled on a Wednesday (151 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (76 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated August 7, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from New York State to Los Angeles have to say. 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

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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)

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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)

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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)
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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)

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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)

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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)

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from New York?

    For a flight from New York to Los Angeles, you will be flying into Los Angeles. Los Angeles (LAX) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from State of New York to Los Angeles one-way?

    $98 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $109 and $114, respectively.

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

    The cheapest flight price from State of New York to Los Angeles is $138. On average you can expect to pay $1,409. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $173.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Los Angeles?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 State of New York to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from State of New York to Los Angeles 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$80Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$89Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$133Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$178Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$202Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$203Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$230Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$236Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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