Route guide · 2,469 miles
Cheap Flights from New York to Los Angeles
JFK → LAX · Nonstop 5h 31m · Live round-trip fares
Flying from New York to Los Angeles doesn't have to drain your wallet. This 2,469-mile hop takes about 5h 31m nonstop, and fares swing a lot depending on the week you pick. Travelers who book roughly 4–8 weeks out usually come out ahead — set a free alert and let the deals come to you.
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Want to skip the layover? Nonstops from New York to Los Angeles 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: New York → Los Angeles
- Distance: 2,469 miles · nonstop flight time: 5h 31m.
- Cheapest upcoming week in the live data starts around Nov 12, with fares from $161.
- Of the months we're tracking right now, November 2026 has the lowest fares, starting at $161.
- Rule of thumb for this route: the sweet spot is usually 4–8 weeks before departure.
- If your dates flex by a day or two, shifting to a midweek departure is the easiest saving there is.
- 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 Nov 12 is currently the cheapest window — about $113 less than the nearest weeks. Based on recent fares found for this route; prices change quickly.
Cheapest month · New York → Los Angeles
November 2026
Every date's recent round-trip fare, at a glance.
Fares from
$161
Cheapest: Wed, Nov 18 — $161 · Priciest: Nov 23 — $215
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New York to Los Angeles flight FAQs
How long is the flight from JFK to LAX?
A nonstop from JFK to LAX 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 New York to Los Angeles?
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 New York to Los Angeles?
Of the months we're tracking right now, November 2026 has the lowest fares from New York to Los Angeles, starting at $161. 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 JFK to LAX?
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 New York to Los Angeles?
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 New York to Los Angeles?
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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