Flights from New York to Los Angeles
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Lowest one-way fare
$121
Departing Tue, Feb 16, 2027
See flights on Feb 16Prices last checked Nov 5, 2026
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Cheapest days to fly New York to Los Angeles
The lowest one-way fare found for each day over the next few months.
Cheapest dates found
November 2026
From $184December 2026
From $156January 2027
From $126Good to know: New York to Los Angeles
Nonstop flights, stops and airlines on the cheapest fares we found.
- Nonstop flightsFrom $164jetBlue · John F. Kennedy to Los Angeles · 6h 18m
- Stops on the cheapest faresMostly two stopsOf the 14 cheapest fares: 1 one stop, 9 two stops, 4 three stops.
- Airlines on the cheapest faresFrontier Airlines and Breeze AirwaysFares with stops may combine airlines.
- Airports usedLaGuardia, Newark Liberty and StewartWhere the cheapest fares from New York leave from, most common first.
Based on the 14 cheapest one-way fares in recent searches, checked Nov 5, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
How much do flights from New York to Los Angeles cost?
One-way fares start from $121, based on recent searches checked on Nov 5, 2026. Prices change often, so confirm the final fare on our partner's site before booking.
What is the cheapest date to fly from New York to Los Angeles?
The lowest recent one-way fare we found departs on Tue, Feb 16, 2027. Try nearby dates too, since fares can differ by the day.
What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Los Angeles?
Of the next 3 months, January has the lowest fare we've seen: $126 on Wed, Jan 20, 2027. For comparison, November from $184 and December from $156.
Are there direct flights from New York to Los Angeles?
Yes. The cheapest nonstop fare we found was $164 with jetBlue, from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, a flight of about 6h 18m.
Which airlines fly from New York to Los Angeles?
The cheapest fares we found were on Frontier Airlines and Breeze Airways. Fares with stops may combine more than one airline, so check each flight before you book.
Do you sell plane tickets?
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