Cheap flights from New York to Los Angeles (NYC - LAX)

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From New York to Los Angeles

Are flight prices decreasing from New York to Los Angeles due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both New York and Los Angeles for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

Can I find flights from New York to Los Angeles for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from New York to Los Angeles for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $84, but on average you can expect to pay $98.

Are there nonstop flights from New York to Los Angeles for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from New York to Los Angeles under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from New York to Los Angeles is less than $247.

Are there last-minute flights available from New York to Los Angeles for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from New York to Los Angeles within the next 7 days for less than $200.

What days are nonstop flights available from New York to Los Angeles?

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

How many flights depart from New York to Los Angeles on average per day?

Travelers can expect 34 flights from New York to Los Angeles on average per day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 15% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 32% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 44% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 9% of flight departures

Is New York weather warmer or cooler than Los Angeles?

We forecast the temperature to be around the 90 °F's in August, on average. The temperature in Los Angeles is generally hotter than in New York. Book flights in a timely manner in correlation to your departure date.

How long is the flight from New York to Los Angeles?

There are many flights that can get you from New York to Los Angeles in 5h 59m. Fly via Major Airline, Spirit Airlines, or JetBlue to get the fastest option. The distance between New York and Los Angeles is about 2462 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at $84. This flight start at 74% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $42.