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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to New York from $294

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 23/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — NYC
1 Sep — 8 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles Los Angeles to New York are usually found in January or February, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 August 2026.

Mon 14/921:45
LAX
-
LGA
1 stop11h 45m
JetBlue
Tue 15/916:00
LGA
-
LAX
1 stop9h 35m
JetBlue
Deal found 29/7$562
Sat 19/906:30
LAX
-
JFK
1 stop7h 59m
JetBlue
Sat 19/920:40
JFK
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 13m
JetBlue
Deal found 29/7$562
Tue 6/1006:30
LAX
-
JFK
1 stop7h 59m
JetBlue
Tue 6/1020:40
JFK
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 19m
JetBlue
Deal found 29/7$564
Tue 8/923:34
LAX
-
JFK
1 stop9h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/909:55
JFK
-
LAX
1 stop9h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7$567
Tue 3/1109:57
LAX
-
LGA
1 stop8h 35m
JetBlue
Mon 16/1112:30
LGA
-
LAX
1 stop10h 56m
JetBlue
Deal found 28/7$569
Tue 3/1108:35
LAX
-
JFK
1 stop9h 54m
JetBlue
Fri 13/1115:59
JFK
-
LAX
1 stop10h 58m
JetBlue
Deal found 28/7$569
Mon 31/820:40
LAX
-
LGA
1 stop9h 23m
JetBlue
Tue 8/912:00
LGA
-
LAX
1 stop12h 01m
JetBlue
Deal found 29/7$572
Tue 25/812:05
LAX
-
JFK
1 stop10h 13m
JetBlue
Wed 2/905:50
JFK
-
LAX
1 stop10h 30m
JetBlue
Deal found 29/7$572
Fri 23/1018:07
LAX
-
JFK
1 stop8h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 24/1009:59
JFK
-
LAX
1 stop12h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 29/7$575
Wed 26/823:35
LAX
-
JFK
1 stop9h 30m
JetBlue
Thu 27/815:40
JFK
-
LAX
1 stop10h 59m
JetBlue
Deal found 28/7$581
Thu 22/1007:30
LAX
-
LGA
1 stop9h 30m
JetBlue
Thu 29/1006:00
LGA
-
LAX
1 stop9h 33m
JetBlue
Deal found 30/7$584
Mon 19/1007:30
LAX
-
JFK
1 stop10h 58m
JetBlue
Mon 2/1106:00
JFK
-
LAX
1 stop11h 50m
JetBlue
Deal found 29/7$584

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to New York (NYC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 2 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$562

One-way from

$294

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$633
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 14/9-15/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 20m total
  • Los Angeles to New York
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  • JetBlue
  • 23/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 56m total
  • Los Angeles to New York
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 2 August 2026.
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Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 20/1

08:30-20:38

1 stop9h 08m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 25/1

06:00-12:48

1 stop9h 48m

$584

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 10/12

09:50-23:03

1 stop10h 13m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 15/12

07:00-14:56

1 stop10h 56m

$584

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 1/9

08:50-21:39

1 stop9h 49m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 3/9

12:00-21:01

1 stop12h 01m

$584

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 13/9

21:45-11:36

1 stop10h 51m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 20/9

12:00-18:27

1 stop9h 27m

$584

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 1/9

08:50-21:43

1 stop9h 53m

Newark

Thu 3/9

06:00-13:20

1 stop10h 20m

$584

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 19/8

10:10-20:59

1 stop7h 49m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 29/8

08:05-13:00

1 stop7h 55m

$603

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

13:15-23:34

1 stop7h 19m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 16/11

13:05-18:27

1 stop8h 22m

$603
Fastest return journey

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 29/8

21:00-05:15

Nonstop5h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 4/9

13:45-16:42

Nonstop5h 57m

$606

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 30/9

09:55-18:34

Nonstop5h 39m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/10

17:45-20:50

Nonstop6h 05m

$606

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/9

11:10-19:52

Nonstop5h 42m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/9

08:00-10:58

Nonstop5h 58m

$606

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to New York

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to New York (average of $450). Flying from Los Angeles to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $854). 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 LAX to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 2 August 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Los Angeles to New York at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 70% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 2 August 2026.

The most flights from LAX to NYC are scheduled on a Friday (211 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (68 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Los Angeles to New York?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Los Angeles to New York flights typically cost between $502 and $823 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $562 on JetBlue (14 Sept–15 Sept).

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

About 15% of weekly flights between Los Angeles and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 193 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

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

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to New York, you should look to book at least 83 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to New York?

    Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX), located 15.1 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Los Angeles to New York. 0 airlines have flights from Los Angeles to New York on a regular basis. Booking flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles to New York should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 122 outbound flights to New York per day.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to New York?

    There are many flights that can get you from Los Angeles to New York in 9h 08m. Fly via JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, or Southwest to get the fastest option. The distance between Los Angeles and New York is about 3962 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    While some choose either Los Angeles Los Angeles - New York LaGuardia or Los Angeles Los Angeles - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Los Angeles Los Angeles - Newark is the most popular route from Los Angeles to New York.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to New York are Scandinavian Airlines (87%), Fiji Airways (85%) and Air France (84%).

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to New York flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to New York (average of $450). Flying from Los Angeles to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $854). 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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