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$91+ Cheap flights from California to New York State

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JFK
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$165
(Priceline)

One-way from

$91
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$337

Good round-trip deal

$198 or less

Good one-way deal

$133 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to New York
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 August 14, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/106:15 amLAX - LGA
2 stops9h 49mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/126:30 amLGA - LAX
1 stop8h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Thu 9/258:14 pmLAX - JFK
1 stop30h 16mFrontier
Mon 9/296:59 amJFK - LAX
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$165
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/810:45 pmLAX - LGA
1 stop8h 48mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/175:55 amLGA - LAX
2 stops16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$166
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/118:53 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 37mFrontier
Tue 9/1611:31 amJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 01mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$166
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 10/168:52 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 38mFrontier
Sat 10/2511:37 amJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 03mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$167
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/66:15 amLAX - LGA
2 stops9h 49mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/95:55 amLGA - LAX
2 stops16h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$168
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/38:53 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 37mFrontier
Sun 10/56:15 amJFK - LAX
1 stop8h 58mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$168
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/96:15 amLAX - LGA
2 stops13h 23mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/175:55 amLGA - LAX
2 stops10h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$169
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/68:53 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 37mFrontier
Sun 9/71:01 pmJFK - LAX
1 stop11h 44mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Thu 10/210:45 pmLAX - LGA
1 stop8h 48mFrontier
Mon 10/66:30 amLGA - LAX
1 stop8h 43mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/33:31 pmLAX - JFK
1 stop10h 59mFrontier
Mon 9/86:59 amJFK - LAX
1 stop8h 14mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$170
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/48:53 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 37mFrontier
Wed 9/106:59 amJFK - LAX
1 stop15h 53mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$171

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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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to New York State that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

6:15 am-7:04 pm

2 stops9h 49m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 9/13

6:30 am-12:21 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$165

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

6:15 am-7:04 pm

2 stops9h 49m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 9/9

5:55 am-6:55 pm

2 stops16h 00m

$168

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

1:37 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop29h 34m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 9/17

6:30 am-12:13 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$172

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Sun 10/19

9:31 pm-10:30 am

1 stop9h 59m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 10/26

10:55 pm-7:35 am

1 stop11h 40m

$172

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

1:37 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop29h 34m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 9/21

6:30 am-12:13 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$172

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Thu 9/11

2:03 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop29h 08m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 9/14

6:30 am-12:13 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$172

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Tue 10/14

6:45 am-10:00 pm

1 stop12h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 10/21

6:30 am-12:28 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$172

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Thu 9/11

2:03 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop29h 08m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 9/18

6:30 am-12:13 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$172

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Fri 9/12

10:23 pm-9:58 am

1 stop8h 35m

Newark

Sat 9/20

4:35 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

$191

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Thu 9/18

5:35 am-1:51 pm

Nonstop5h 16m

Newark

Thu 9/25

9:00 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop5h 59m

$196

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to State of New York (average of $236). Flying from California to State of New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 August 14, 2025.

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

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 August 14, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to USNY are scheduled on a Thursday (153 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (76 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to State of New York?

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 August 14, 2025.
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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,913 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $91. Users have also found prices from $102 and $118 on Frontier and Hawaiian Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to State of New York (average of $236). Flying from California to State of New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$48Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$60Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$123Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$133Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$153Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Sun Country AirCheapest$169Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$173Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$227Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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