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Flights from New York to Los Angeles

Nonstop flights from New York (JFK) to Los Angeles (LAX) take about 5h 28m (3,974 km). American Airlines and jetBlue fly it. Lowest fare seen: $178 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Los Angeles

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Airport transfer

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Airlines flying New York to Los Angeles

Carriers on JFK–LAX according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ American Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ jetBluenonstop fare seen

New York to Los Angeles fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Jan 2027, from $173 one-way. With stops: Jan 2027, from $117. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$30523 Oct 2026 · jetBlue$178 · 1 stop27 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$18414 Nov 2026$124 · 1 stop19 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$1775 Dec 2026$120 · 1 stop3 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$17320 Jan 2027$117 · 1 stop20 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$1793 Feb 2027$153 · 1 stop3 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$1736 Mar 2027—
Apr 2027$19913 Apr 2027—
May 2027$20926 May 2027 · American Airlines$208 · 1 stop15 May 2027 · jetBlue
Jun 2027$2027 Jun 2027 · American Airlines—
Jul 2027$19914 Jul 2027—
Aug 2027$20228 Aug 2027 · American Airlines—
Sept 2027$27115 Sept 2027$257 · 2 stops15 Sept 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $124 for November 2026, $117 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 7 of 7 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (New York to Los Angeles, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Los Angeles

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USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — New York to Los Angeles flights

How long is the flight from New York to Los Angeles?
A nonstop flight from New York (JFK) to Los Angeles (LAX) takes about 5h 28m, covering 3,974 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is New York from Los Angeles by air?
The great-circle distance between John F. Kennedy International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport is 3,974 km (2,469 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from New York to Los Angeles?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the JFK–LAX route include American Airlines and jetBlue. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from New York to Los Angeles cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on JFK–LAX was $178 USD with American Airlines (nonstop), departing 23 Mar 2027, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Los Angeles?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in January 2027 were cheapest, from $117 one-way, against $257 for September 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from New York to Los Angeles?
In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $148 with one stop against $178 nonstop, a saving of $30. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from USA to USA?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter USA visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Los Angeles?
USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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