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$78+ Cheap flights from California to New York, NY (NYC)

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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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$168
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$78
(CheapOair)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$373

Good round-trip deal

$247 or less

Good one-way deal

$138 or less
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From California to New York (NYC)
One-way flight from California to New York (NYC)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($44 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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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 April 29, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Wed 6/412:05 pmBUR - EWR
1 stop8h 24mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/142:55 pmEWR - BUR
1 stop10h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/27$168
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/38:53 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 37mFrontier
Wed 6/1111:37 amJFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 11mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$177
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/296:00 amLAX - LGA
2 stops13h 00mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/36:30 amLGA - LAX
2 stops10h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/28$180
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/166:52 pmLAX - EWR
1 stop7h 50mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2710:15 amEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/28$186
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/296:00 amLAX - LGA
2 stops13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/316:30 amLGA - LAX
1 stop8h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$189
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/242:23 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 26mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/285:59 amEWR - LAX
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$189
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 5/286:15 amLAX - LGA
1 stop12h 50mFrontier
Wed 6/411:30 amLGA - LAX
1 stop12h 59mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$198
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 5/2812:51 pmSAN - JFK
1 stop13h 39mFrontier
Mon 6/26:59 amJFK - SAN
1 stop14h 17mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$208
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 5/308:38 pmONT - JFK
1 stop12h 20mFrontier
Tue 6/36:59 amJFK - ONT
1 stop16h 52mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$211
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 6/138:53 pmLAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 37mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/186:59 amJFK - LAX
1 stop17h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$213
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Tue 5/2711:38 pmSFO - JFK
1 stop9h 20mFrontier
Sat 5/316:59 amJFK - SFO
1 stop8h 25mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$215
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2410:00 pmSFO - LGA
1 stop8h 13mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/286:00 pmLGA - SFO
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$217

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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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to New York that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BurbankNewark

BUR - EWR

BUREWR

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 6/4

12:05 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Newark

Sat 6/14

2:55 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop10h 01m

$168

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Tue 6/3

8:53 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop5h 37m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/11

11:37 am-2:48 pm

Nonstop6h 11m

$177

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Thu 5/29

6:00 am-10:00 pm

2 stops13h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 6/3

6:30 am-2:06 pm

2 stops10h 36m

$180

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Fri 5/16

6:52 pm-5:42 am

1 stop7h 50m

Newark

Tue 5/27

10:15 am-1:18 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

$186

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Thu 5/29

6:00 am-10:00 pm

2 stops13h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/31

6:30 am-11:59 am

1 stop8h 29m

$189

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Sat 5/24

2:23 pm-10:49 pm

Nonstop5h 26m

Newark

Wed 5/28

5:59 am-11:59 am

1 stop9h 00m

$189

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Wed 5/28

6:15 am-10:05 pm

1 stop12h 50m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 6/4

11:30 am-9:29 pm

1 stop12h 59m

$198

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Wed 5/28

12:51 pm-5:30 am

1 stop13h 39m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 6/2

6:59 am-6:16 pm

1 stop14h 17m

$208

OntarioNew York

ONT - JFK

ONTJFK

Ontario

Fri 5/30

8:38 pm-11:58 am

1 stop12h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 6/3

6:59 am-8:51 pm

1 stop16h 52m

$211

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Fri 6/13

8:53 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop5h 37m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/18

6:59 am-9:23 pm

1 stop17h 24m

$213

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to New York

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to New York (average of $236). Flying from California to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 NYC?

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 April 29, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to 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 April 29, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (220 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (161 on average).

Rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

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 April 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from California to New York. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

California to New York Travel Guide

NYC is the yin to California's yang. The city's vertical architecture, crowded subways and break-neck pace are anything but laid-back. However, New York City delivers a dynamic energy that can't be found back home. Like Californians, New Yorkers follow their passion, which is exactly what you should do when you land. Whether you love theater, stand-up comedy, kayaking or just sipping something blue on a rooftop bar, the city caters to virtually every whim. Explore art galleries in Chelsea, window-shop in Nolita, sample Mooncake in Chinatown or tour Central Park from a Citi Bike, New York's cheap public bicycle sharing system. Don't be afraid of the subway - beginners can stick to simple trips and ask riders if they're on the right train to avoid getting lost.

Many tourists visit New York City in the summer when schedules are more relaxed. However, Californians may wilt in the humid heat waves of July and August. Late spring and early autumn are your best bets for perfect walking weather - and walk you shall. Pack comfortable shoes and forgo flip flops to avoid getting your toes stepped on. You can learn to walk like a native in a New York minute if you treat the sidewalks like the highways back home: walk on the right-hand side, keep pace with your lane and don't block the flow of traffic by walking side-by-side in large groups.

Start saving on your New York trip now using our smart search engine, which helps you comb over hundreds of flights from California to New York for the cheapest fare.

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 New York?

    Most nonstop flights from California to New York City take between five and five and a half hours. Flights with a layover are at least seven hours long.

  • Which airlines operate flights from California to New York City?

    American Airlines, Delta, United Airlines, jetBlue and Alaska Airlines all offer nonstop service to New York City from California's three largest airports: Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego. Virgin America flies direct from Los Angeles and San Francisco, while Southwest flies nonstop from San Diego.

  • How frequent are flights between California and New York City?

    Nearly 1,000 flights land every day in New York City from California, with over 300 flights departing from Los Angeles alone, making it fairly easy to schedule travel around your preferred times.

  • Which airports serve California to New York City?

    California has over 25 primary airports and dozens of smaller ones. Los Angeles International Airport is the state's busiest, followed by San Francisco International Airport and San Diego International Airport. Flights land in one of New York's three major airports. LaGuardia Airport and John F. Kennedy International Airport, also called JFK or Kennedy, are located in Queens. Newark Liberty International Airport is just over the Hudson River in Newark, New Jersey.

  • Which direct flight route between California and New York City is cheapest?

    United Airlines frequently has the cheapest nonstop flights to New York City from Los Angeles or from San Francisco, although Delta and Virgin America are close on their heels. Alaska Airlines and Delta vie for the lowest airfare to NYC from San Diego.

  • Which airports practice sustainability in New York?

    The John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) has developed various sustainability initiatives designed to lower its operating cost and boost efficiency. Its authorities recently announced a transition to electric-powered ground equipment in Terminal 5 to help reduce its carbon emissions. JFK has also partnered with the Port Authority of New York and JetBlue airlines to install 38 charging hubs in its terminals. These hubs are used to power JetBlue’s fleet of baggage tugs and belt loaders which will help reduce its GHG emissions. Authorities are also working on transforming the airport using modern technical innovations, increase passenger amenities, and modernize airport infrastructure.

  • How can I reduce my carbon footprint when flying to New York from California?

    The first step to reducing your carbon footprint is by working on ways to reduce your daily emissions. Pre-order a vegetarian meal over the meaty options offered during fights. You should also consider traveling light. If you need heavy equipment in your destination, consider renting since planes consume more energy when they have a heavy load. Research the airport you are departing from and landing at to find those with sustainability features and certifications. These airlines and facilities have gone to great length to achieve carbon neutrality and continue to work on reducing their carbon footprint.

  • Are there alternative transport options from California to New York?

    There are four main ways to travel from California to New York via bus, plane, train, or car. The fastest and most preferred option is the plane; however, if you want to reduce your carbon emission you need to consider alternative options such as taking a bus, train, or driving to New York. The best part about modern transport is that you can find electric trains, buses, and cars from California to New York. With these alternative transport options, you can cut down on your carbon emissions while promoting sustainability in the transport industry.

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

    $78 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Hawaiian Airlines, with prices starting from $107 and $119, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to New York?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to New York?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from California to New York on time: TAP AIR PORTUGAL (95%), Icelandair (94%), Air Serbia (94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to New York?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from California to New York? While on average our users pay $1,193, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $121. The most popular route (Los Angeles - New York John F Kennedy Intl), is priced around $210.

  • 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 New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to New York (average of $236). Flying from California to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$60Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$66Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$123Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$151Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$173Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$174Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$285Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

Helpful tips for your next trip to New York

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to New York. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • The California-New York flight route is one of the busiest with a high number of average fights. This means more carbon emissions. Consider buying carbon offset products to help reduce the impact of your flight on the environment.
  • Take alternative transport options to reduce your average carbon emissions. Keep in mind that driving solo has a lower environmental impact compared to flying to New York from California.
  • Prioritize using eco-friendly airlines and airports as these institutions are committed to ensuring sustainability in the aviation industry through various initiatives.

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