Question 1

Which is the best airline for flights from New York to Los Angeles, Southwest or Delta?

Accepted Answer

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to Los Angeles are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $384 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $426 and an overall rating of 7.9.

Question 2

How long does a flight from New York to Los Angeles take?

Accepted Answer

The duration of a nonstop flight to Los Angeles from New York is typically 5h 50m. The journey crosses a distance of 2,456 miles. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

How many flights are there between New York and Los Angeles per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 31 and 42 nonstop flights that take off from New York and land in Los Angeles, with an average flight time of 6h 18m. The most common departure time is 6:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 276 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Sunday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

How many flights are there between New York and Los Angeles per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 31 and 42 nonstop flights that take off from New York and land in Los Angeles, with an average flight time of 6h 18m. The most common departure time is 6:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 276 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Sunday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

What is the cheapest flight from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Los Angeles was $104 for a one-way ticket and $197 for a round-trip. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

Do I need a passport to fly between New York and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

No, a passport isn't needed to fly from New York to Los Angeles. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 7

Which airlines fly most frequently between New York and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

New York and Los Angeles are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Delta (70 flights per week), United Airlines (68 flights per week), and JetBlue (64 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 8

Which airlines fly most frequently between New York and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

New York and Los Angeles are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Delta (70 flights per week), United Airlines (68 flights per week), and JetBlue (64 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 9

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Los Angeles on a Monday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to New York, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Sundays for better deals. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 10

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Los Angeles on a Monday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to New York, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Sundays for better deals. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 11

Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

On your way to Los Angeles, you’ll fly out from one of these New York airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, or New York LaGuardia. You’ll be landing at Los Angeles Los Angeles. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 12

What’s the earliest departure time from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from New York at 5:59 am and will be landing in Los Angeles at 9:17 am.

Question 13

What’s the latest departure time from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from New York to Los Angeles jets off at 9:31 pm and lands at 12:59 am.

Question 14

Which airlines fly non-stop between New York and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

There are 8 airlines that fly nonstop from New York to Los Angeles. They are: Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Spirit Airlines at $66 for a round-trip flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Spirit Airlines.

Question 15

Which airlines fly non-stop between New York and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

There are 8 airlines that fly nonstop from New York to Los Angeles. They are: Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Spirit Airlines at $66 for a round-trip flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Spirit Airlines.

Question 16

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

JetBlue, American Airlines, Delta, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to Los Angeles flight route.

Question 17

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Los Angeles flight route.

Question 18

Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and Los Angeles, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

Question 19

On which days can I fly direct from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

There are nonstop flights from New York to Los Angeles on a daily basis.

Question 20

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Los Angeles is January, where tickets cost $287 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $436 and $386 respectively.

Question 21

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Los Angeles is January, where tickets cost $287 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $436 and $386 respectively.

Question 22

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Los Angeles. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 23

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 24

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Los Angeles with an airline and back to New York with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 25

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Los Angeles from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 26

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

Accepted Answer

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $122.

Question 27

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

Accepted Answer

Atlanta (ATL) is the top choice – 24% of KAYAK users who clicked on 1-stop flights from New York to Los Angeles picked an itinerary connecting there.

Question 28

Which layover airport has the quickest connection when flying from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer a quick connection, Seattle (SEA) often has the shortest layovers from New York to Los Angeles, with an average of 0h 45m.

Question 29

Which layover airport offers the shortest total travel time from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Consider flying via Phoenix (PHX) for the shortest journey. The average one-way travel time for flights connecting there is 7h 38m.

Question 30

How often are flights from New York to Los Angeles delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between New York and Los Angeles historically see delays in approximately 15% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 191 minutes.

Question 31

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Los Angeles flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, American Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 14% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 32

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Tuesday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Sunday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 33

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Los Angeles flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the morning tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights at night have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 34

Which cabin class options are there for flights between New York and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 35

Which cabin class options are there for flights between New York and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 36

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from New York to Los Angeles were found on Spirit Airlines ($197) and Frontier ($220).

Question 37

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from New York to Los Angeles were found on Spirit Airlines ($197) and Frontier ($220).

Question 38

What is the cheapest New York to Los Angeles flight route?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from New York to Los Angeles costs $179 on the route between Newark Airport (EWR) and Los Angeles (LAX). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 14% cheaper than other New York-Los Angeles routes. The most popular route is between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and Los Angeles (LAX).

Question 39

What is the cheapest New York to Los Angeles flight route?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from New York to Los Angeles costs $179 on the route between Newark Airport (EWR) and Los Angeles (LAX). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 14% cheaper than other New York-Los Angeles routes. The most popular route is between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and Los Angeles (LAX).

Question 40

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Los Angeles, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 42% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Question 41

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Los Angeles, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 42% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Question 42

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $325 on average.

Question 43

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $325 on average.

Question 44

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

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.Flights to Los Angeles from New York usually cost between $289 and $534 in May.
The lowest price found in the past 3 days was $197 on Spirit Airlines (May 2-May 9).

Question 45

What are the most popular airlines flying to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Los Angeles is United Airlines, followed by JetBlue and Delta.

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

What is the cheapest New York to Los Angeles flight route?

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Los Angeles?

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Los Angeles on a Monday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to New York, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Los Angeles?

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Los Angeles is January, where tickets cost $287 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $436 and $386 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York to Los Angeles?

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $325 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Los Angeles, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 42% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from New York to Los Angeles?

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from New York to Los Angeles were found on Spirit Airlines ($197) and Frontier ($220).

Which airlines fly most frequently between New York and Los Angeles?

New York and Los Angeles are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Delta (70 flights per week), United Airlines (68 flights per week), and JetBlue (64 flights per week).

Which airlines fly non-stop between New York and Los Angeles?

How often are flights from New York to Los Angeles delayed?

Weekly flights between New York and Los Angeles historically see delays in approximately 15% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 191 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Los Angeles flights?

Typically, flights leaving in the morning tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights at night have historically encountered delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Statistically, Tuesday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Sunday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Los Angeles flights?

Based on our data, American Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 14% of their flights encountering any delays.

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

Atlanta (ATL) is the top choice – 24% of KAYAK users who clicked on 1-stop flights from New York to Los Angeles picked an itinerary connecting there.

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

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $122.

Which layover airport offers the shortest total travel time from New York to Los Angeles?

Consider flying via Phoenix (PHX) for the shortest journey. The average one-way travel time for flights connecting there is 7h 38m.

Which layover airport has the quickest connection when flying from New York to Los Angeles?

If you prefer a quick connection, Seattle (SEA) often has the shortest layovers from New York to Los Angeles, with an average of 0h 45m.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between New York and Los Angeles?

There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between New York and Los Angeles per day?

How long does a flight from New York to Los Angeles take?

The duration of a nonstop flight to Los Angeles from New York is typically 5h 50m. The journey crosses a distance of 2,456 miles.

What’s the earliest departure time from New York to Los Angeles?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from New York at 5:59 am and will be landing in Los Angeles at 9:17 am.

What’s the latest departure time from New York to Los Angeles?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from New York to Los Angeles jets off at 9:31 pm and lands at 12:59 am.

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FAQs for booking flights from New York to Los Angeles

What is the cheapest flight from New York to Los Angeles?

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Los Angeles was $104 for a one-way ticket and $197 for a round-trip.

Do I need a passport to fly between New York and Los Angeles?

No, a passport isn't needed to fly from New York to Los Angeles. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Los Angeles?

On your way to Los Angeles, you’ll fly out from one of these New York airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, or New York LaGuardia. You’ll be landing at Los Angeles Los Angeles.

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to Los Angeles?

JetBlue, American Airlines, Delta, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to Los Angeles flight route.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Los Angeles?

The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Los Angeles flight route.

Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Los Angeles?

oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and Los Angeles, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

On which days can I fly direct from New York to Los Angeles?

There are nonstop flights from New York to Los Angeles on a daily basis.

Which is the best airline for flights from New York to Los Angeles, Southwest or Delta?

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Los Angeles?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Los Angeles.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Los Angeles?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to Los Angeles?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Los Angeles with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Los Angeles from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.