New Jersey

$98+ Cheap flights from California to New Jersey

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LAX — EWR
ene. 18 — ene. 251
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Cheap flight deals from California to New Jersey

Cheapest flights from California to New Jersey
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to New Jersey. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 19, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/2410:01 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 29mMultiple Airlines
mié. 1/76:00 amJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
jue. 12/2510:01 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 29mFrontier
mié. 1/710:00 amJFK - LAX
2 stops12h 21mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$178
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/243:40 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 19mJetBlue
jue. 1/297:00 amJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 18mJetBlue
Deal found 12/17$179
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/243:40 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 19mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/296:10 amJFK - LAX
1 stop9h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$180
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/2510:40 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 20mJetBlue
jue. 1/85:29 pmJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 12/18$182
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/318:35 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 13mMultiple Airlines
mié. 1/77:59 amJFK - LAX
1 stop27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$186
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/2510:01 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 29mFrontier
mar. 1/67:59 amJFK - LAX
1 stop14h 22mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$187
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/2510:53 amLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 24mMultiple Airlines
mar. 1/67:59 amJFK - LAX
1 stop29h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$188
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/249:00 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 00mUnited Airlines
jue. 1/298:30 pmEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
mié. 12/246:34 amLAX - LGA
1 stop12h 26mMultiple Airlines
mié. 1/75:45 amLGA - LAX
2 stops12h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$194
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/268:37 amLAX - JFK
1 stop13h 18mFrontier
jue. 1/811:00 amJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 25mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$195
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jue. 12/2512:40 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 23mMultiple Airlines
mié. 1/76:25 amJFK - LAX
1 stop10h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$201

Find flight deals from California to New Jersey

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to New Jersey flight deals. Data was last updated diciembre 19, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$146
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$98
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$411

Good round-trip deal

$265 or less

Good one-way deal

$151 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-New York (NYC) flight deals.
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From California to New Jersey
One-way flight from California to New Jersey
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($19 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to New Jersey.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to New Jersey.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to New Jersey that are best for you.

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California

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New Jersey

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

mar. 1/13

8:48 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop5h 12m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb. 1/17

7:00 am-10:18 am

Nonstop6h 18m

$172

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

mié. 1/28

8:02 am-4:22 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

Newark

mié. 2/4

7:29 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop6h 26m

$177

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

vie. 1/30

11:35 am-7:57 pm

Nonstop5h 22m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 2/4

6:00 am-9:15 am

Nonstop6h 15m

$177

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

vie. 1/9

3:25 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop5h 19m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 1/20

8:29 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop6h 21m

$177

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

lun. 1/12

7:00 am-3:22 pm

Nonstop5h 22m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 1/20

6:00 am-9:15 am

Nonstop6h 15m

$178

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

vie. 1/9

8:00 am-4:20 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 1/18

7:00 am-10:18 am

Nonstop6h 18m

$182

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

vie. 1/9

3:25 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop5h 19m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb. 1/17

9:29 pm-12:50 am

Nonstop6h 21m

$183

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

vie. 1/16

1:20 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop5h 05m

Newark

dom. 1/18

8:40 am-11:45 am

Nonstop6h 05m

$187

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

sáb. 1/17

9:30 pm-5:45 am

Nonstop5h 15m

Newark

sáb. 1/24

6:00 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop6h 10m

$187

OntarioNew York

ONT - JFK

ONTJFK

Ontario

mié. 1/7

10:45 am-6:30 am

1 stop16h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb. 1/10

7:59 am-2:26 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$188

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Best time to book a flight from California to New Jersey

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to New Jersey?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to New Jersey (average of $78). Flying from California to New Jersey in December is currently the most expensive (average of $183). 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 CA to NJ?

Find hourly flight availability from California to New Jersey. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated diciembre 19, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 7% on flights from California to New Jersey by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to New Jersey. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to New Jersey flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from California to New Jersey

Explore weekly flight availability from California to New Jersey. 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 diciembre 19, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to USNJ are scheduled on a Thursday (60 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (34 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Jersey

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Jersey. 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 New Jersey. Reviews last updated diciembre 19, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to New Jersey, such as Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines. 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.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to New Jersey. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this California to New Jersey flight route?

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

    JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from California to New Jersey in just under 5h 05m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 2447 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to New Jersey one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to New Jersey are Spirit Airlines ($62), Frontier ($82), and JetBlue ($99).

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to New Jersey that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to New Jersey flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to New Jersey?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to New Jersey?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to New Jersey 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 California to New Jersey?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to New Jersey (average of $78). Flying from California to New Jersey in December is currently the most expensive (average of $183). 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 9 airlines flying from California to New Jersey

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from California to New Jersey. 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 diciembre 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$48Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$67Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$148Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
JetBlueCheapest$152Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$153Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$172Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Sun Country AirCheapest$207Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$233Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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