New York

$144+ 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 7/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JFK
Jun 15 — Jun 221
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Cheap flight deals from California to New York

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 May 16, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 8/1310:59 am
LAX
-
EWR
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Sun 8/1610:29 pm
EWR
-
LAX
1 stop14h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 5/11$270
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 8/111:24 am
LAX
-
EWR
1 stop10h 39m
Frontier
Sat 9/2611:30 am
EWR
-
LAX
1 stop10h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 5/11$272
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/128:35 am
LAX
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/911:30 am
EWR
-
LAX
1 stop10h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$274
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 7/411:19 am
LAX
-
EWR
1 stop10h 46m
Frontier
Mon 7/135:55 am
EWR
-
LAX
1 stop14h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12$277
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 8/1310:59 am
LAX
-
EWR
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Tue 8/1811:30 am
EWR
-
LAX
1 stop9h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12$278
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2811:20 pm
LAX
-
JFK
1 stop9h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/18:29 am
JFK
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$279
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Mon 8/318:01 pm
LAX
-
EWR
1 stop13h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/46:17 pm
EWR
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$279
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Sat 8/811:24 am
LAX
-
EWR
1 stop10h 39m
Frontier
Sat 8/2211:30 am
EWR
-
LAX
1 stop9h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12$281
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 7/411:19 am
LAX
-
LGA
1 stop8h 55m
Frontier
Sat 7/1110:55 pm
LGA
-
LAX
1 stop12h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 5/11$282
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/259:56 pm
LAX
-
EWR
1 stop9h 31m
Frontier
Wed 9/3011:30 am
EWR
-
LAX
1 stop10h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 5/13$282
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 7/2310:59 am
LAX
-
EWR
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Fri 8/710:29 pm
EWR
-
LAX
1 stop14h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12$283
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Wed 7/222:35 pm
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 45m
JetBlue
Wed 8/268:59 pm
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 37m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/12$284

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 May 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$270
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$144
(Delta)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$377

Good round-trip deal

$282 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-New York (NYC) flight deals.
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From California to New York
One-way flight from California to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($36 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to New York.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to New York.

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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 May 16, 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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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoseNewark

SJC - EWR

SJCEWR

San Jose

Sat 9/26

5:00 pm-6:08 am

1 stop10h 08m

Newark

Tue 9/29

7:00 am-12:26 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$287

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Tue 8/11

10:35 pm-7:02 am

Nonstop5h 27m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 8/19

7:00 am-10:15 am

Nonstop6h 15m

$287

San JoseNew York

SJC - JFK

SJCJFK

San Jose

Sat 6/6

7:10 am-6:07 pm

1 stop7h 57m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/10

6:00 am-12:38 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$297

San JoseNew York

SJC - JFK

SJCJFK

San Jose

Thu 10/1

11:33 am-12:09 am

1 stop9h 36m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/7

7:05 am-2:09 pm

1 stop10h 04m

$297

San JoseNew York

SJC - JFK

SJCJFK

San Jose

Wed 7/29

7:10 pm-6:18 am

1 stop8h 08m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/4

7:00 am-2:13 pm

1 stop10h 13m

$297

San JoseNew York

SJC - JFK

SJCJFK

San Jose

Fri 11/6

11:30 am-12:48 am

1 stop10h 18m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/10

5:00 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$297

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Tue 8/4

3:20 pm-11:57 pm

Nonstop5h 37m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 8/5

9:40 pm-12:52 am

Nonstop6h 12m

$307

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Wed 10/7

10:20 am-10:50 pm

1 stop9h 30m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 10/14

6:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$307

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Fri 8/7

10:45 pm-7:03 am

Nonstop5h 18m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/13

8:35 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

$307

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Wed 7/29

5:40 am-3:53 pm

1 stop7h 13m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 8/5

6:00 am-11:28 am

1 stop8h 28m

$307

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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

How far ahead should I book a flight from California to State of New York?

The best time to book flights from California to State of New York is 29 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 $300). Flying from California to State of New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $452). 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 May 16, 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 evening could potentially save you up to 33% 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 May 9, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to State of New York flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 May 16, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to USNY are scheduled on a Saturday (141 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (34 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 May 16, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to New York State, such as Alaska Airlines,Delta, andUnited 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.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from California to State of New York?

    For as low as $287, Delta can have you in State of New York from California in 5h 27m. There are 2578 mi between California and State of New York. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $48. Users have also found prices from $56 and $81 on Spirit Airlines and Southwest, 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 $300). Flying from California to State of New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $452). 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 May 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$63Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$74Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$110Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$128Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Sun Country AirCheapest$147Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$172Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$174Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$192Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$192Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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