$96+ Cheap flights from California to New York State
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LAX — JFK
Feb 20 — Feb 271
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from California to New YorkExplore the most affordable flight options available from California to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2026.
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Tue 2/1010:45 pm
LAX
- JFK
1 stop10h 13m
Frontier
Tue 2/246:05 am
JFK
- LAX
1 stop9h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 1/19![Frontier logo]()
$148
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Tue 2/1010:45 pm
LAX
- LGA
1 stop14h 14m
Frontier
Tue 2/246:20 am
LGA
- LAX
1 stop9h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 1/19![Frontier logo]()
$149
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 2/268:20 am
LAX
- EWR
Nonstop5h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 3/156:59 pm
EWR
- LAX
Nonstop6h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/19![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$158
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Fri 2/611:59 pm
LAX
- EWR
1 stop8h 43m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 2/89:00 am
EWR
- LAX
Nonstop6h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/19![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 2/241:05 am
LAX
- LGA
1 stop7h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/36:20 am
LGA
- LAX
1 stop9h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 3/48:20 am
LAX
- EWR
Nonstop5h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/109:10 am
EWR
- LAX
Nonstop6h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/19![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$160
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Fri 2/611:59 pm
LAX
- EWR
1 stop8h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/235:55 am
EWR
- LAX
1 stop10h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$161
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/78:20 am
LAX
- EWR
Nonstop5h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 2/96:00 am
EWR
- LAX
1 stop10h 41m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$162
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Fri 2/611:59 pm
LAX
- LGA
1 stop9h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/236:00 am
LGA
- LAX
1 stop9h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 2/148:20 am
LAX
- EWR
Nonstop5h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/215:59 am
EWR
- LAX
2 stops21h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$163
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Thu 2/2610:45 pm
LAX
- LGA
1 stop14h 14m
Frontier
Tue 3/36:20 am
LGA
- LAX
1 stop9h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 1/19![Frontier logo]()
$164
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Sat 2/2810:45 pm
LAX
- JFK
1 stop10h 13m
Frontier
Tue 3/36:05 am
JFK
- LAX
1 stop9h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 1/19![Frontier logo]()
$164
Find flight deals from California to New York
Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to New York flight deals. Data was last updated January 21, 2026.
Most accurate provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $148 (CheapOair) |
One-way from | $96 (Flightnetwork) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $287 |
Good round-trip deal | $246 or less |
Good one-way deal | $149 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to New York 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 January 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to New York State that are best for you.
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California
Fly to
New York
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Los AngelesNewark
LAX - EWR
LAXEWR
Los Angeles
Tue 3/17
8:16 am-4:24 pm
Nonstop5h 08m
Newark
Tue 3/17
6:59 pm-10:14 pm
Nonstop6h 15m
$179
Los AngelesNew York
LAX - JFK
LAXJFK
Los Angeles
Tue 2/10
10:10 am-6:45 pm
Nonstop5h 35m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Tue 2/24
7:00 am-10:35 am
Nonstop6h 35m
$207
Los AngelesNewark
LAX - EWR
LAXEWR
Los Angeles
Wed 2/18
2:40 pm-10:50 pm
Nonstop5h 10m
Newark
Fri 2/20
6:10 pm-9:24 pm
Nonstop6h 14m
$207
Los AngelesNewark
LAX - EWR
LAXEWR
Los Angeles
Thu 2/19
1:25 pm-9:25 pm
Nonstop5h 00m
Newark
Thu 2/26
8:35 am-11:47 am
Nonstop6h 12m
$212
San FranciscoNew York
SFO - JFK
SFOJFK
San Francisco
Mon 3/2
6:29 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop5h 31m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Thu 3/5
1:00 pm-4:51 pm
Nonstop6h 51m
$217
Los AngelesNew York
LAX - JFK
LAXJFK
Los Angeles
Tue 3/3
3:41 pm-11:50 pm
Nonstop5h 09m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Thu 3/12
5:05 pm-8:31 pm
Nonstop6h 26m
$217
San DiegoNew York
SAN - JFK
SANJFK
San Diego
Wed 3/11
10:25 pm-6:49 am
Nonstop5h 24m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sun 3/15
8:40 pm-12:11 am
Nonstop6h 31m
$217
San DiegoNew York
SAN - JFK
SANJFK
San Diego
Mon 3/2
7:00 am-3:24 pm
Nonstop5h 24m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Fri 3/6
4:59 pm-8:22 pm
Nonstop6h 23m
$217
San DiegoNew York
SAN - JFK
SANJFK
San Diego
Mon 2/23
10:00 pm-6:30 am
Nonstop5h 30m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Thu 2/26
8:30 am-12:00 pm
Nonstop6h 30m
$217
San DiegoNew York
SAN - JFK
SANJFK
San Diego
Thu 2/26
1:13 pm-9:46 pm
Nonstop5h 33m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Mon 3/2
8:35 pm-12:05 am
Nonstop6h 30m
$217
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Best time to book a flight from California to New York
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to New York State
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to State of New York?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to State of New York (average of $78). Flying from California to State of New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $160). 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 NY?
Find hourly flight availability from California to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2026.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to State of New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 37% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from California to State of New York?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to New York. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to State of New York flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from California to State of New York
Explore weekly flight availability from California to New York. 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 January 21, 2026.
The most flights from USCA to USNY are scheduled on a Wednesday (137 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (57 on average).
Reviews of airlines servicing New York
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 York. Reviews last updated January 21, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to New York State, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United 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.
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
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Top 10 airlines flying from California to New York
Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to New York. 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 January 21, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$48 | Average$252 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$63 | Average$235 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$99 | Average$339 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$118 | Average$407 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$123 | Average$339 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$147 | Average$329 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time83% | |
| Cheapest$168 | Average$436 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$172 | Average$422 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$185 | Average$485 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$188 | Average$469 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |