Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to New York?

Yes, direct flights are available from Los Angeles to New York. Historically, approximately 38% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving connecting flights, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that while direct options are common, connecting flights are also a significant part of the route's offerings.

How many hours is the flight from Los Angeles to New York?

The direct flight from Los Angeles to New York typically takes 5 hours and 33 minutes. This translates to a median duration of 333 minutes for non-stop journeys. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 10 hours and 7 minutes, or 607 minutes. The total distance covered for this route is approximately 3942 kilometers.

How often do cheap flights from Los Angeles to New York come up?

Cheap flights from Los Angeles to New York are historically frequent. This route is consistently observed to offer competitive pricing. Travelers can often find good deals when planning their trips. The frequency of these opportunities makes it a favorable route for finding economical fares.

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Los Angeles to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to New York

When looking for cheap flights from Los Angeles to New York, you'll find that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $236. January also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $249, followed by April at $299. These months present the best opportunities for budget-conscious travelers.

Fares from Los Angeles to New York typically range from $344–$714, with a median of $493. Right now, current fares are below the typical level for this route. However, a significant portion of recent fares, 0%, were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional deals can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can help you track fluctuations.

Most itineraries from Los Angeles to New York connect at least once, with only 38% of recent fares being non-stop. For the remaining itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2. This means you should generally expect at least one stop on your journey.

A typical journey from Los Angeles to New York takes about 5h 32m, including connections. This median duration reflects the common travel experience, which often involves at least one stopover, extending the total time compared to a direct flight. Non-stop flights also average 5h 32m, while connecting flights typically take 12h 17m.

The distance between Los Angeles and New York is approximately 3942 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul flight, which typically involves several hours in the air.

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to New York

Regular price: $198 - $459

Prices for flights from Los Angeles to New York are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $198-$459. The current lowest deal is $255 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 9-Sep 23.

now $255

Low $198

High $459

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to New York

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to New York is February, with a median price of $236. The most expensive month to fly is June, with a median price of $675. Generally, prices are lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $236

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $675

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to New York

JetBlue Airways

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to New York

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - New York

Los Angeles (LAX) - New York (SWF)

Frontier Airlines

$690

$467

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - New York

Los Angeles (LAX) - New York (SWF)

Frontier Airlines

$636

$328

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - New York

Los Angeles (LAX) - New York (SWF)

Frontier Airlines

$670

$347

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - New York

Los Angeles (LAX) - New York (SWF)

Frontier Airlines

$619

$314

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - New York

Los Angeles (LAX) - New York (SWF)

Frontier Airlines

$653

$355

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - New York

Los Angeles (LAX) - New York (SWF)

JetBlue Airways

$633

$365

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to New York

5 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 24

$689 → $281

59%

5 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 31

$683 → $276

60%

4 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 30

$698 → $324

54%

8 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 19

$643 → $283

56%

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to New York

Los Angeles - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Los Angeles to New York are below the typical level, with a median price of $493.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $236

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to New York, with a median price of $236.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 5h 32m

Direct flights from Los Angeles to New York typically take 5h 32m, while connecting flights average 12h 17m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights make up 62% of recent deals, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

JetBlue Airways offers direct routes

JetBlue Airways is one airline offering direct flights from Los Angeles to New York.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Los Angeles to New York are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a major hub for flights from Los Angeles to New York.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$215

New York main airports to arrive at

LaGuardia (LGA)

Cheapest

LaGuardia Airport is an option for flights from Los Angeles to New York.

📍 ~13 km from New York (reachable by car, bus, taxi)

💸 Flights from ~$266

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Westchester County is a useful alternative for travelers heading to Manhattan, the Bronx, and Westchester suburbs.

📍 ~45 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$308

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New York

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Historically, the best deals for flights from Los Angeles to New York are found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $499. Booking within 0-6 days of departure often sees prices rise significantly, with an average of $1121. Even booking 7-13 days out shows an average price of $818, indicating that planning a few weeks ahead can lead to substantial savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Los Angeles to New York is considered to be $344 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $493. Prices can go up, with 75% of deals observed at $714 or less. Aiming for prices around or below the $344 threshold can help secure a more economical fare.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Los Angeles to New York are February and January, with median prices of $236 and $249 respectively. April also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $299. These months tend to be more affordable compared to the annual median price of $493 for this route. Travelers looking for lower fares might consider planning their trips during these times.

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Los Angeles to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to New York

The distance between Los Angeles and New York is approximately 3942 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul flight, which typically involves several hours in the air.

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to New York

Regular price: $198 - $459

Prices for flights from Los Angeles to New York are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $198-$459. The current lowest deal is $255 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 9-Sep 23.

now $255

Low $198

High $459

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to New York

February

Cheapest

Flights from $236

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $675

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to New York

JetBlue Airways

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to New York

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - New York

Los Angeles (LAX) - New York (SWF)

Frontier Airlines

$690

$467

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - New York

Los Angeles (LAX) - New York (SWF)

Frontier Airlines

$636

$328

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - New York

Los Angeles (LAX) - New York (SWF)

Frontier Airlines

$670

$347

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - New York

Los Angeles (LAX) - New York (SWF)

Frontier Airlines

$619

$314

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - New York

Los Angeles (LAX) - New York (SWF)

Frontier Airlines

$653

$355

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - New York

Los Angeles (LAX) - New York (SWF)

JetBlue Airways

$633

$365

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to New York

5 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 24

$689 → $281

59%

5 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 31

$683 → $276

60%

4 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 30

$698 → $324

54%

8 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 19

$643 → $283

56%

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to New York