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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to New York from $282

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 21/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — NYC
17 Jul — 24 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to New York are usually found in January or February, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday 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 17 June 2026.

Mon 10/821:00
LAX
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 15m
Delta
Wed 26/809:00
JFK
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 54m
Delta
Deal found 15/6$528
Mon 3/823:59
LAX
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 37m
JetBlue
Wed 12/821:40
JFK
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 12m
JetBlue
Deal found 12/6$530
Mon 10/820:35
LAX
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 35m
JetBlue
Tue 18/821:40
JFK
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 12m
JetBlue
Deal found 15/6$532
Tue 1/920:35
LAX
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 35m
JetBlue
Wed 2/907:30
JFK
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 54m
JetBlue
Deal found 15/6$537
Tue 15/920:25
LAX
-
JFK
1 stop8h 56m
JetBlue
Wed 16/911:00
JFK
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 00m
JetBlue
Deal found 12/6$540
Sun 2/821:00
LAX
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 16m
Delta
Tue 11/807:00
JFK
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 50m
Delta
Deal found 17/6$546
Mon 10/811:25
LAX
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 25m
JetBlue
Wed 19/807:30
EWR
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 50m
JetBlue
Deal found 15/6$546
Mon 10/820:35
LAX
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 35m
JetBlue
Wed 19/816:17
JFK
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 07m
JetBlue
Deal found 15/6$549
Tue 18/820:35
LAX
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 35m
JetBlue
Wed 19/807:30
JFK
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 54m
JetBlue
Deal found 16/6$553
Tue 4/821:00
LAX
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 18m
United Airlines
Tue 18/807:00
EWR
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/6$553
Wed 16/906:00
LAX
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 25m
JetBlue
Sat 19/907:15
EWR
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 58m
JetBlue
Deal found 14/6$554
Sat 19/907:00
LAX
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 23/918:27
EWR
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 00m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 15/6$559

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 17 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$528

One-way from

$282

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$764
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 10/8-20/8
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 25m total
  • Los Angeles to New York
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 21/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 12m total
  • Los Angeles to New York
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Cheapest return flight

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Mon 24/8

23:55-08:16

Nonstop5h 21m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 6/9

09:00-11:54

Nonstop5h 54m

$546

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Wed 16/9

06:00-14:29

Nonstop5h 29m

Newark

Sun 20/9

07:00-09:38

Nonstop5h 38m

$563

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Sat 22/8

21:30-09:12

1 stop8h 42m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 26/8

06:59-11:55

1 stop7h 56m

$563

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Mon 3/8

23:59-10:42

1 stop7h 43m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 11/8

15:33-20:56

1 stop8h 23m

$563

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Wed 30/9

06:00-15:48

1 stop6h 48m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 10/10

18:00-23:25

1 stop8h 25m

$563

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Wed 11/11

16:25-00:48

Nonstop5h 23m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/11

07:00-10:18

Nonstop6h 18m

$563

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Thu 8/10

14:10-22:32

Nonstop5h 22m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 13/10

20:30-23:48

Nonstop6h 18m

$563

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

Tue 25/8

23:35-13:30

1 stop10h 55m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 26/8

16:19-23:57

1 stop10h 38m

$597

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

Fri 6/11

23:59-08:29

Nonstop5h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/11

06:00-09:12

Nonstop6h 12m

$597

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Thu 5/11

17:15-06:04

1 stop9h 49m

Newark

Sun 8/11

19:59-23:07

Nonstop6h 08m

$615

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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 $436). Flying from Los Angeles to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $825). 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 17 June 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 65% 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 17 June 2026.

The most flights from LAX to NYC are scheduled on a Tuesday (206 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (103 on average).

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

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 189 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?

Saturday 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 (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 to New York should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 169 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, United Airlines, or JetBlue 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 - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Los Angeles - New York LaGuardia, 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 (90%), Singapore Airlines (89%) and China Eastern (86%).

  • 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 $436). Flying from Los Angeles to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $825). 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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