$113 Cheap Flights from New York (NYC) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Popular airlines from New York to Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
Alaska AirlinesAlaska Airlines
JetBlue AirwaysJetBlue Airways
DeltaDelta
American AirlinesAmerican Airlines
Sun Country AirlinesSun Country Airlines
UnitedUnited
Frontier AirlinesFrontier Airlines
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Cheap Flights from New York to Los Angeles (NYC-LAX)
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The cheapest times to fly from New York to Los Angeles
On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from New York to Los Angeles are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from New York to Los Angeles with EasyTrip's search tool and vast selection of airlines.
The best time to book a flight from New York to Los Angeles
Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New York to Los Angeles: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.
How to find cheap round-trip tickets from New York to Los Angeles
Being flexible with your dates and using EasyTrip's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from New York to Los Angeles in 2026. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $113 one-way. EasyTrip also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.
EasyTrip's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap New York to Los Angeles flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download EasyTrip's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.
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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.
Travel information
Origin airport | Newark Liberty Intl. Airport |
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Destination airport | Los Angeles Intl. |
Distance | 2,447 miles away |
Airlines serving | Alaska Airlines, United, Frontier Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Delta, American Airlines, JetBlue Airways |
Popular airline | Alaska Airlines |
Roundtrip price | $251 |
Average flight time | 6 hours 2 mins |
