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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to New York from $259

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 31/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — NYC
13 Jun — 20 Jun1
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 85 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday 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 14 May 2026.

Sat 13/620:50
LAX
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 25m
JetBlue
Sun 14/607:30
EWR
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 50m
JetBlue
Deal found 11/5$492
Tue 16/620:50
LAX
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 25m
JetBlue
Sun 28/615:30
EWR
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 50m
JetBlue
Deal found 14/5$500
Sat 4/706:00
LAX
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 30m
Delta
Sat 11/707:00
JFK
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 49m
Delta
Deal found 11/5$517
Fri 14/821:00
LAX
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 10m
United Airlines
Mon 24/816:00
EWR
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/5$517
Wed 19/805:30
LAX
-
LGA
1 stop7h 53m
United Airlines
Fri 21/808:10
LGA
-
LAX
1 stop7h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 11/5$534
Tue 9/607:00
LAX
-
JFK
1 stop12h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 16/607:00
JFK
-
LAX
1 stop11h 25m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 9/5$534
Fri 7/820:33
LAX
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 27m
JetBlue
Wed 26/821:00
EWR
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 59m
JetBlue
Deal found 12/5$534
Sat 30/512:10
LAX
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 34m
United Airlines
Fri 5/620:05
EWR
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 9/5$542
Mon 17/821:00
LAX
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 10m
United Airlines
Tue 25/817:30
EWR
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 9/5$546
Mon 8/621:45
LAX
-
LGA
1 stop7h 26m
Delta
Mon 15/609:00
LGA
-
LAX
1 stop8h 15m
Delta
Deal found 13/5$551
Tue 2/612:31
LAX
-
JFK
1 stop15h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 5/617:29
JFK
-
LAX
1 stop18h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 13/5$551
Fri 3/700:30
LAX
-
EWR
1 stop7h 18m
Delta
Fri 10/718:45
EWR
-
LAX
1 stop8h 08m
Delta
Deal found 12/5$551

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 14 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$492

One-way from

$259

Popular in

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Average price

$635
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  • 13/6-14/6
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 15m total
  • Los Angeles to New York
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  • 24/7
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 35m total
  • Los Angeles to New York
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Cheapest return flight

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 4/8

15:20-23:57

Nonstop5h 37m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/8

21:40-00:52

Nonstop6h 12m

$517

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 12/8

21:35-08:10

1 stop7h 35m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 16/8

06:00-11:03

1 stop8h 03m

$551

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 9/7

09:35-21:58

1 stop9h 23m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 16/7

17:00-00:29

1 stop10h 29m

$551

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 4/7

09:45-22:11

1 stop9h 26m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 14/7

10:59-16:17

1 stop8h 18m

$551

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 23/7

09:50-22:29

1 stop9h 39m

Newark

Mon 27/7

06:15-11:10

1 stop7h 55m

$551

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 12/8

08:20-20:54

1 stop9h 34m

Newark

Mon 17/8

16:29-22:30

1 stop9h 01m

$551

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 19/8

08:25-20:25

2 stops9h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 21/8

17:30-23:00

1 stop8h 30m

$559

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 1/7

05:35-16:50

2 stops8h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 7/7

06:05-12:05

1 stop9h 00m

$559

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 24/8

20:40-09:01

1 stop9h 21m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 26/8

06:00-13:15

1 stop10h 15m

$561

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 14/8

08:20-19:20

1 stop8h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 16/8

06:00-11:03

1 stop8h 03m

$584

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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

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 56 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.

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 $426). Flying from Los Angeles to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $717). 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 14 May 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 63% 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 14 May 2026.

The most flights from LAX to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (201 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (114 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 188 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.

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 170 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 37m. Fly via JetBlue, Delta, 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 (91%), Aeromexico (87%) and China Southern (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 $426). Flying from Los Angeles to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $717). 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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