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New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA by flight

The journey from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA by flight is 2,448.29 mi and takes 11 hr 8 min. There are 110 connections per day, with the first departure at 5:01 AM and the last at 11:00 PM. It is possible to travel from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA by flight for as little as $59.39 or as much as $1,814.91. The best price for this journey is $59.39.

Lowest Price $59.39
Journey Duration 11 hr 8 min
Connection per Day 110
Lowest Price $59.39
Highest Price $1,814.91
First Departure 5:01 AM
Last Departure 11:00 PM
Distance 2,448.29 mi
Departure New York, NY
Arrival Los Angeles, CA
Carriers SWISS, Qantas Airways

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Price as departure date approaches

Airlines may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $63.97 to $263.31 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 76% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap flight tickets from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA

The cheapest New York, NY - Los Angeles, CA flight tickets can be found for as low as $187.78 if you’re lucky, or $268.33 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $336.02.

Find the best day to travel to Los Angeles, CA by plane

When travelling to Los Angeles, CA by plane, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board SWISS, Qantas Airways and Flair Airlines from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA
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New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA CO2 Emissions by Flight

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Train
275.81kg
Bus
295.51kg
Flight
788.03kg
Car
630.42kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a flight ticket from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA?
A flight ticket from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA is $322.08. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $59.39.
What's the cheapest flight ticket from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA is $59.39. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between New York, NY and Los Angeles, CA by flight?
New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA is 2,448.29 mi.
How long does the flight between New York, NY and Los Angeles, CA take?
New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA is on average 11 hr 8 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 5 hr 56 min.
Which companies operate from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA?
The flight journey from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA is covered by 23 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: SWISS, Qantas Airways, Flair Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Virgin Australia, Spirit Airlines, WestJet, Allegiant Air, Sun Country Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Porter Airlines, Volaris, Frontier, Breeze Airways, Viva, United Airlines, Asiana Airlines, JetBlue, Brussels Airlines, Air Canada, TAP Air Portugal, Royal Jordanian, Air New Zealand and LATAM Airlines.
How many flight connections per day go from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA?
New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA has 110 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first flight from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA leave?
The earliest flight from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA departs at 5:01 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last flight from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA depart?
The latest flight from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA departs at 11:00 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest flight ticket we have found is $59.39 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA?
There are on average 26 direct connection(s) from New York, NY to go to Los Angeles, CA.
What's the fastest journey time between New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA by flight?
The fastest journey time by flight between New York, NY and Los Angeles, CA is 5 hr 56 min.
Is there a direct flight from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, there is a direct flight between New York, NY and Los Angeles, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA by flight?
The flight journey from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA creates 788.03kg of CO2 emissions.