Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Manhattan?

Flights from Los Angeles to Manhattan usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Manhattan (MHK).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Manhattan?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Los Angeles to Manhattan.

Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Manhattan pass through?

Connecting flights from Los Angeles to Manhattan most commonly pass through: • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 92% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 8% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Manhattan?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the Los Angeles to Manhattan route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $596 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $893, a difference of $297. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Manhattan?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Los Angeles to Manhattan. Flights with 1 layover take between 6h 22m and 8h 09m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Manhattan?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Manhattan changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $550 to $1,168. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Los Angeles to Manhattan?

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 22m, compared with 8h 09m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Manhattan?

Manhattan is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Manhattan flight?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Manhattan range from $548 to $847, with an average of $603 over the past 12 months. Anything below $548 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Los Angeles to Manhattan?

American Airlines ($550) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Los Angeles to Manhattan in the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Los Angeles to Manhattan?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) is the most popular layover for the Los Angeles to Manhattan route. 92% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DFW.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Los Angeles to Manhattan?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $596. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Los Angeles to Manhattan which airport offers the shortest layover?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for Los Angeles to Manhattan layovers at 237 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Wed, Mar 3 - Sat, Mar 6

2:37 pm - 11:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-MHK Manhattan

6h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:50 am - 10:21 amMHK Manhattan-LAX Los Angeles

6h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

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Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27

12:45 am - 10:31 amLAX Los Angeles-MHK Manhattan

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5:49 am - 9:51 amMHK Manhattan-LAX Los Angeles

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Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30

1:54 pm - 11:26 pmLAX Los Angeles-MHK Manhattan

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6h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

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Fri, Jan 22 - Sun, Jan 24

2:02 pm - 11:11 pmLAX Los Angeles-MHK Manhattan

7h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:57 pm - 11:14 pmMHK Manhattan-LAX Los Angeles

6h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

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Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9

12:55 am - 10:30 amLAX Los Angeles-MHK Manhattan

7h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

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3:48 pm - 11:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-MHK Manhattan

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5:50 am - 11:58 amMHK Manhattan-LAX Los Angeles

8h 08m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

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Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30

6:30 am - 6:17 pmLAX Los Angeles-MHK Manhattan

9h 47m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 10:00 amMHK Manhattan-LAX Los Angeles

6h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

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Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11

3:11 pm - 11:05 pmLAX Los Angeles-MHK Manhattan

5h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:42 pm - 11:51 pmMHK Manhattan-LAX Los Angeles

7h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$746American Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 27

1:17 pm - 11:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-MHK Manhattan

7h 58m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

6:39 pm - 10:46 pmMHK Manhattan-LAX Los Angeles

6h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

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Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30

1:18 pm - 12:13 amLAX Los Angeles-MHK Manhattan

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Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles to Manhattan flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Manhattan?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Manhattan start at $550. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $548 to $847. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $550 on American Airlines.

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When to book flights from Los Angeles to Manhattan

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Manhattan based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Manhattan?
Flights from Los Angeles to Manhattan usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Manhattan (MHK).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Manhattan?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Los Angeles to Manhattan.
Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Manhattan pass through?
Connecting flights from Los Angeles to Manhattan most commonly pass through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 92% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 8% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Manhattan?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the Los Angeles to Manhattan route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $596 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $893, a difference of $297. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Manhattan?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Los Angeles to Manhattan. Flights with 1 layover take between 6h 22m and 8h 09m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Manhattan?
No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.
Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Manhattan changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $550 to $1,168. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Los Angeles to Manhattan?
Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 22m, compared with 8h 09m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Manhattan?
Manhattan is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Manhattan flight?
Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Manhattan range from $548 to $847, with an average of $603 over the past 12 months. Anything below $548 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $596 - about $297 less than Saturday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Manhattan trip for May. Fares historically average $520 round-trip in that month - typically $373 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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