Question 1

Which is the best airline for flights from New York to Los Angeles, Spirit Airlines or Frontier?

Accepted Answer

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to Los Angeles are Spirit Airlines and Frontier. With an average price for the route of C$ 265 and an overall rating of 6.3, Spirit Airlines is the most popular choice. Frontier is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of C$ 370 and an overall rating of 5.7.

Question 2

How long does a flight from New York to Los Angeles take?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight to Los Angeles will take on average 6h 07m to travel the 6,362 km flying distance from New York. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

How many flights are there between New York and Los Angeles per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 34 and 39 nonstop flights that take off from New York and land in Los Angeles, with an average flight time of 6h 27m. The most common departure time is 6:00 a.m. and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 256 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

How many flights are there between New York and Los Angeles per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 34 and 39 nonstop flights that take off from New York and land in Los Angeles, with an average flight time of 6h 27m. The most common departure time is 6:00 a.m. and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 256 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

What is the cheapest flight from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Los Angeles was C$ 137 for a one-way ticket and C$ 235 for a round-trip. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

Which airlines fly most frequently between New York and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

American Airlines connects New York to Los Angeles with 62 flights per week. JetBlue also offers 62 flights per week, while United Airlines follows with 61 flights per week. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 7

Which airlines fly most frequently between New York and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

American Airlines connects New York to Los Angeles with 62 flights per week. JetBlue also offers 62 flights per week, while United Airlines follows with 61 flights per week. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 8

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

For New York to Los Angeles, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Wednesday is the most expensive. Flying from Los Angeles back to New York, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Sunday being the most expensive. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 9

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

For New York to Los Angeles, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Wednesday is the most expensive. Flying from Los Angeles back to New York, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Sunday being the most expensive. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 10

Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

New York is served by 3 major airports and there is only 1 main airport in Los Angeles. You will leave New York from one of these airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, or New York LaGuardia. You will be arriving at Los Angeles. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 11

What’s the earliest departure time from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from New York at 5:59 am and will be landing in Los Angeles at 9:17 am.

Question 12

What’s the latest departure time from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from New York to Los Angeles jets off at 10:25 pm and lands at 1:59 am.

Question 13

Which airlines fly direct between New York and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 airlines that fly direc from New York to Los Angeles. They are: Delta, Frontier, JetBlue and Spirit Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Spirit Airlines at C$ 100 for a round-trip flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Spirit Airlines.

Question 14

Which airlines fly direct between New York and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 airlines that fly direc from New York to Los Angeles. They are: Delta, Frontier, JetBlue and Spirit Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Spirit Airlines at C$ 100 for a round-trip flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Spirit Airlines.

Question 15

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

JetBlue, American Airlines, Delta, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to Los Angeles flight route.

Question 16

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Los Angeles flight route.

Question 17

Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between New York and Los Angeles.

Question 18

On which days can I fly direct from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

There are direct flights from New York to Los Angeles on a daily basis.

Question 19

Where is the best place for someone to pick me up after my flight from New York to Los Angeles Airport?

Accepted Answer

Those picking you up can do so by meeting you curbside or parking in an on-site pay lot and meeting you at baggage claim. The airport also offers a convenient, complimentary, off-site cell phone lot so drivers can park and wait until you are ready to be picked up.

Question 20

Which frequent flyer club offers the best perks on flights from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

A little-known secret is that Virgin America’s Main Cabin Select is available for a relatively low amount of flyer miles and it compares quite well to their competitors’ standard economy rates while offering much more leg room for the long flight.

Question 21

How can I get a Lyft at Los Angeles International?

Accepted Answer

Lyft has some simple guidelines to get you on your way in no time. Once you have your bags, open the app to locate the nearest pickup zone. Once in the zone, request the type of ride you prefer from the Lyft app and then just keep an eye out for your driver who will meet you in the pickup zone.

Question 22

If I have a lot of baggage to pick up, what is the best way to get it all to my ground transportation?

Accepted Answer

Los Angeles airport offers skycap service, but a much more cost-friendly option may be a Smarte Carte, which you can rent for a nominal fee to get your bags from baggage claim to the curb without breaking your back.

Question 23

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Los Angeles is January, where tickets cost C$ 392 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 599 and C$ 502 respectively.

Question 24

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Los Angeles is January, where tickets cost C$ 392 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 599 and C$ 502 respectively.

Question 25

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Los Angeles. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 26

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 27

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Los Angeles with an airline and back to New York with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 28

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Los Angeles from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 29

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of C$ 337.

Question 30

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Atlanta (ATL) is the top choice – 50% of KAYAK users who clicked on one-stop flights from New York to Los Angeles picked an itinerary connecting there.

Question 31

Which layover airport has the quickest connection when flying from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer a quick connection, Chicago (ORD) often has the shortest layovers from New York to Los Angeles, with an average of 0h 54m.

Question 32

Which layover airport offers the shortest total travel time from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Consider flying via Chicago (ORD) for the shortest journey. The average one-way travel time for flights connecting there is 8h 10m.

Question 33

How often are flights from New York to Los Angeles delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between New York and Los Angeles historically see delays in approximately 15% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 192 minutes.

Question 34

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Los Angeles flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, American Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 13% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 35

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Tuesday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Sunday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 36

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Los Angeles flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the morning tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights at night have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 37

Which cabin class options are there for flights between New York and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 38

Which cabin class options are there for flights between New York and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 39

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from New York to Los Angeles were found on Spirit Airlines (C$ 235) and Alaska Airlines (C$ 269).

Question 40

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from New York to Los Angeles were found on Spirit Airlines (C$ 235) and Alaska Airlines (C$ 269).

Question 41

What is the cheapest New York to Los Angeles flight route?

Accepted Answer

The absolute cheapest return flight from New York to Los Angeles costs C$ 195 on the route between Newark Airport (EWR) and Los Angeles (LAX). However, over the past month, flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and Los Angeles (LAX) were, on average, 24% cheaper than other New York-Los Angeles routes. The most popular route is between Newark Airport (EWR) and Los Angeles (LAX).

Question 42

What is the cheapest New York to Los Angeles flight route?

Accepted Answer

The absolute cheapest return flight from New York to Los Angeles costs C$ 195 on the route between Newark Airport (EWR) and Los Angeles (LAX). However, over the past month, flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and Los Angeles (LAX) were, on average, 24% cheaper than other New York-Los Angeles routes. The most popular route is between Newark Airport (EWR) and Los Angeles (LAX).

Question 43

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Los Angeles, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 41% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Question 44

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Los Angeles, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 41% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Question 45

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

No, with an average price for the route of C$ 270, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

Question 46

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

No, with an average price for the route of C$ 270, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

Question 47

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

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.Flights to Los Angeles from New York usually cost between C$ 320 and C$ 625 in March.
The lowest price found in the past 3 days was C$ 235 on Spirit Airlines (13 Mar-18 Mar).

Question 48

What are the most popular airlines flying to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Los Angeles is Delta, followed by Frontier and Spirit Airlines.

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Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Los Angeles to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

What is the cheapest New York to Los Angeles flight route?

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Los Angeles?

For New York to Los Angeles, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Wednesday is the most expensive. Flying from Los Angeles back to New York, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Los Angeles?

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Los Angeles is January, where tickets cost C$ 392 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 599 and C$ 502 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York to Los Angeles?

No, with an average price for the route of C$ 270, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Los Angeles, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 41% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from New York to Los Angeles?

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from New York to Los Angeles were found on Spirit Airlines (C$ 235) and Alaska Airlines (C$ 269).

Which airlines fly most frequently between New York and Los Angeles?

American Airlines connects New York to Los Angeles with 62 flights per week. JetBlue also offers 62 flights per week, while United Airlines follows with 61 flights per week.

Which airlines fly direct between New York and Los Angeles?

How often are flights from New York to Los Angeles delayed?

Weekly flights between New York and Los Angeles historically see delays in approximately 15% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 192 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Los Angeles flights?

Typically, flights leaving in the morning tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights at night have historically encountered delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Statistically, Tuesday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Sunday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Los Angeles flights?

Based on our data, American Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 13% of their flights encountering any delays.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from New York to Los Angeles?

Atlanta (ATL) is the top choice – 50% of KAYAK users who clicked on one-stop flights from New York to Los Angeles picked an itinerary connecting there.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from New York to Los Angeles?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of C$ 337.

Which layover airport offers the shortest total travel time from New York to Los Angeles?

Consider flying via Chicago (ORD) for the shortest journey. The average one-way travel time for flights connecting there is 8h 10m.

Which layover airport has the quickest connection when flying from New York to Los Angeles?

If you prefer a quick connection, Chicago (ORD) often has the shortest layovers from New York to Los Angeles, with an average of 0h 54m.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between New York and Los Angeles?

There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between New York and Los Angeles per day?

How long does a flight from New York to Los Angeles take?

A direct flight to Los Angeles will take on average 6h 07m to travel the 6,362 km flying distance from New York.

What’s the earliest departure time from New York to Los Angeles?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from New York at 5:59 am and will be landing in Los Angeles at 9:17 am.

What’s the latest departure time from New York to Los Angeles?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from New York to Los Angeles jets off at 10:25 pm and lands at 1:59 am.

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Where is the best place for someone to pick me up after my flight from New York to Los Angeles Airport?

Those picking you up can do so by meeting you curbside or parking in an on-site pay lot and meeting you at baggage claim. The airport also offers a convenient, complimentary, off-site cell phone lot so drivers can park and wait until you are ready to be picked up.

Which frequent flyer club offers the best perks on flights from New York to Los Angeles?

A little-known secret is that Virgin America’s Main Cabin Select is available for a relatively low amount of flyer miles and it compares quite well to their competitors’ standard economy rates while offering much more leg room for the long flight.

How can I get a Lyft at Los Angeles International?

Lyft has some simple guidelines to get you on your way in no time. Once you have your bags, open the app to locate the nearest pickup zone. Once in the zone, request the type of ride you prefer from the Lyft app and then just keep an eye out for your driver who will meet you in the pickup zone.

If I have a lot of baggage to pick up, what is the best way to get it all to my ground transportation?

Los Angeles airport offers skycap service, but a much more cost-friendly option may be a Smarte Carte, which you can rent for a nominal fee to get your bags from baggage claim to the curb without breaking your back.

What is the cheapest flight from New York to Los Angeles?

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Los Angeles was C$ 137 for a one-way ticket and C$ 235 for a round-trip.

Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Los Angeles?

New York is served by 3 major airports and there is only 1 main airport in Los Angeles. You will leave New York from one of these airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, or New York LaGuardia. You will be arriving at Los Angeles.

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to Los Angeles?

JetBlue, American Airlines, Delta, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to Los Angeles flight route.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Los Angeles?

The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Los Angeles flight route.

Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Los Angeles?

SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between New York and Los Angeles.

On which days can I fly direct from New York to Los Angeles?

There are direct flights from New York to Los Angeles on a daily basis.

Which is the best airline for flights from New York to Los Angeles, Spirit Airlines or Frontier?

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Los Angeles?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Los Angeles.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Los Angeles?