Route guide · 2,469 miles
Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to New York
LAX → JFK · Nonstop 5h 31m · Live round-trip fares
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Search live pricesNonstop flights from Los Angeles to New York
Want to skip the layover? Nonstops from Los Angeles to New York are flown by American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Delta Air Lines, getting you there in about 5h 31m. For the lowest fares, book around 4–8 weeks before departure — last-minute nonstops on this route rarely come cheap.
Booking insights: Los Angeles → New York
- Distance: 2,469 miles · nonstop flight time: 5h 31m.
- Cheapest upcoming week in the live data starts around Oct 29, with fares from $130.
- Of the months we're tracking right now, October 2026 has the lowest fares, starting at $130.
- Rule of thumb for this route: the sweet spot is usually 4–8 weeks before departure.
- Tuesday and Wednesday departures usually undercut Friday and Sunday fares on routes like this one.
- Set a free Airfare Deal alert instead of checking daily — the best fares can sell out in hours.
Price trend
Cheapest departure weeks ahead
Departing around Oct 29 is currently the cheapest window — about $91 less than the nearest weeks. Based on recent fares found for this route; prices change quickly.
Cheapest month · Los Angeles → New York
October 2026
Every date's recent round-trip fare, at a glance.
Fares from
$130
Cheapest: Sat, Oct 31 — $130 · Priciest: Oct 16 — $393
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Los Angeles to New York flight FAQs
How long is the flight from LAX to JFK?
A nonstop from LAX to JFK clocks in at around 5h 31m for the 2,469-mile trip. If you're connecting, budget an extra 2–4 hours depending on where you stop.
Are there nonstop flights from Los Angeles to New York?
Yes — look for American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Delta Air Lines on this route. Nonstop seats are usually priced best 4–8 weeks before departure.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to New York?
Of the months we're tracking right now, October 2026 has the lowest fares from Los Angeles to New York, starting at $130. Fares update as new data comes in, so it's worth setting a free alert for your dates.
How much are last minute flights from LAX to JFK?
Walking up to this route at the last minute is the expensive way to do it — prices inside 7 days of departure climb fast. The 4–8 weeks booking window is where the value sits.
What is a good round-trip deal from Los Angeles to New York?
A good deal is anything at or below the recent fares shown above. Set a free Airfare Deal alert and we'll ping you the moment fares drop.
Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to New York?
The main carriers on this route are American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Delta Air Lines. Comparing all of them on the live search below usually surfaces the lowest fare for your dates.
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