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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to New York from $303

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 13/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — NYC
14 Sep — 21 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 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday 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 15 August 2026.

Sat 12/920:40 -
Nonstop5h 29m
Sat 19/921:45 -
Nonstop6h 07m
Deal found 12/8$575
Wed 16/905:20 -
2 stops8h 35m
Tue 22/906:00 -
2 stops10h 05m
Deal found 12/8$582
Sat 12/906:00 -
1 stop10h 40m
Sat 19/909:40 -
2 stops11h 10m
Deal found 12/8$583
Wed 16/920:50 -
Nonstop5h 24m
Wed 23/911:35 -
1 stop9h 07m
Deal found 13/8$583
Mon 2/1123:17 -
1 stop6h 52m
Fri 13/1114:30 -
1 stop8h 59m
Deal found 13/8$585
Wed 16/922:20 -
1 stop9h 40m
Wed 23/907:00 -
Nonstop6h 02m
Deal found 13/8$585
Sat 26/921:45 -
1 stop10h 51m
Tue 29/920:40 -
Nonstop6h 13m
Deal found 12/8$587
Tue 1/908:40 -
1 stop9h 45m
Fri 11/911:05 -
1 stop10h 55m
Deal found 12/8$588
Sat 19/920:50 -
Nonstop5h 24m
Fri 2/1015:38 -
1 stop9h 57m
Deal found 14/8$588
Tue 1/906:50 -
1 stop9h 00m
Thu 3/917:30 -
1 stop8h 35m
Deal found 11/8$590
Tue 10/1123:59 -
Nonstop5h 21m
Mon 16/1107:00 -
1 stop10h 50m
Deal found 12/8$590
Sat 19/920:50 -
Nonstop5h 24m
Wed 23/907:05 -
Nonstop5h 55m
Deal found 14/8$590

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 15 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$575

One-way from

$303

Popular in

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Cheapest in

January

Average price

$684
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  • JetBlue
  • 19/9-26/9
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 36m total
  • Los Angeles to New York
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  • JetBlue
  • 2/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 24m total
  • Los Angeles to New York
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 15 August 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Los AngelesNew York

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

LAXJFK

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 12/9

21:00-05:21

Nonstop5h 21m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 19/9

15:45-18:49

Nonstop6h 04m

$575

Los AngelesNew York

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

LAXJFK

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 16/9

21:45-11:36

1 stop10h 51m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 23/9

06:00-08:59

Nonstop5h 59m

$588

Los AngelesNew York

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

LAXJFK

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 9/9

21:45-11:36

1 stop10h 51m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 16/9

09:30-12:39

Nonstop6h 09m

$588

Los AngelesNewark

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - EWR Newark

LAXEWR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 26/9

20:50-05:14

Nonstop5h 24m

Newark

Tue 29/9

15:38-22:35

1 stop9h 57m

$588

Los AngelesNew York

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

LAXJFK

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 10/12

08:00-23:03

1 stop12h 03m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 12/1

13:00-20:25

1 stop10h 25m

$604

Los AngelesNewark

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - EWR Newark

LAXEWR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 21/9

21:45-10:56

1 stop10h 11m

Newark

Wed 23/9

07:05-10:00

Nonstop5h 55m

$605

Los AngelesNew York

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - LGA New York LaGuardia

LAXLGA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 9/9

05:20-16:55

2 stops8h 35m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 23/9

06:00-13:05

2 stops10h 05m

$616

Los AngelesNew York

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - LGA New York LaGuardia

LAXLGA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 16/9

05:20-16:55

2 stops8h 35m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 19/9

06:00-10:25

1 stop7h 25m

$616

Los AngelesNew York

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

LAXJFK

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 28/9

20:35-05:04

Nonstop5h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/10

21:45-00:52

Nonstop6h 07m

$616
Fastest return journey

Los AngelesNew York

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

LAXJFK

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 19/9

21:00-05:21

Nonstop5h 21m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 26/9

07:00-09:57

Nonstop5h 57m

$624

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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 $451). Flying from Los Angeles to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $855). 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 15 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 72% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 15 August 2026.

The most flights from LAX to NYC are scheduled on a Thursday (215 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (113 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 $546 and $877 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $575 on Delta (12 Sept–19 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 191 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 13% 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 181 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 5h 21m. Fly via Delta, JetBlue, or Southwest to get the fastest option. The distance between Los Angeles and New York is about 3972 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 John F Kennedy Intl or Los Angeles Los Angeles - New York LaGuardia, 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 (86%), Fiji Airways (85%) and Air France (81%).

  • 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 $451). Flying from Los Angeles to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $855). 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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