Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

The duration of a direct flight to Los Angeles from New York is typically 5h 42m. The journey crosses a distance of 6,362 km. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 39 and 46 direct flights that take off from New York and land in Los Angeles, with an average flight time of 6h 01m. The most common departure time is 09:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 309 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. 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 39 and 46 direct flights that take off from New York and land in Los Angeles, with an average flight time of 6h 01m. The most common departure time is 09:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 309 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, 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

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 $103 for a one-way ticket and $176 for a return. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

New York and Los Angeles are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are JetBlue (84 flights per week), United Airlines (69 flights per week), and Delta (65 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

New York and Los Angeles are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are JetBlue (84 flights per week), United Airlines (69 flights per week), and Delta (65 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Los Angeles on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from New York to Los Angeles. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals. 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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Los Angeles on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from New York to Los Angeles. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

New York has 3 major airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, and New York LaGuardia. Los Angeles is the only airport in Los Angeles. You’ll usually find the cheapest deals if you fly from Newark Liberty Airport. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 10

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 06:00 and will be landing in Los Angeles at 09:04.

Question 11

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 22:30 and lands at 01:41.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

The Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Los Angeles flight route.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and Los Angeles, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

Question 15

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 16

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 17

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 18

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 19

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 20

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 September, where tickets cost $466 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $727 and $584 respectively.

Question 21

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 September, where tickets cost $466 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $727 and $584 respectively.

Question 22

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 23

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 24

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 return 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 25

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 26

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 27

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 28

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

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from New York to Los Angeles were found on Spirit Airlines ($265) and Southwest ($300).

Question 29

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

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from New York to Los Angeles were found on Spirit Airlines ($265) and Southwest ($300).

Question 30

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from New York to Los Angeles costs $161 on the route between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and Los Angeles (LAX). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 33% cheaper than other New York-Los Angeles routes. It is also the most popular route.

Question 31

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from New York to Los Angeles costs $161 on the route between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and Los Angeles (LAX). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 33% cheaper than other New York-Los Angeles routes. It is also the most popular route.

Question 32

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 43% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

Question 33

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 43% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

Question 34

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

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at $357 on average.

Question 35

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

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at $357 on average.

Question 36

How much is a return 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 $356 and $605 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 3 days was $265 on Spirit Airlines (15 Oct-22 Oct).

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How much is a return flight from New York to Los Angeles?

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

The cheapest return flight from New York to Los Angeles costs $161 on the route between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and Los Angeles (LAX). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 33% cheaper than other New York-Los Angeles routes. It is also the most popular route.

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

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 September, where tickets cost $466 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $727 and $584 respectively.

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

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at $357 on average.

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 43% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

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

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from New York to Los Angeles were found on Spirit Airlines ($265) and Southwest ($300).

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

New York and Los Angeles are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are JetBlue (84 flights per week), United Airlines (69 flights per week), and Delta (65 flights per week).

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?

The duration of a direct flight to Los Angeles from New York is typically 5h 42m. The journey crosses a distance of 6,362 km.

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

Early birds can take the earliest flight from New York at 06:00 and will be landing in Los Angeles at 09:04.

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 22:30 and lands at 01:41.

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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 $103 for a one-way ticket and $176 for a return.

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

New York has 3 major airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, and New York LaGuardia. Los Angeles is the only airport in Los Angeles. You’ll usually find the cheapest deals if you fly from Newark Liberty Airport.

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

JetBlue, American Airlines, Delta, Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian 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 A318/A319/A320/A321 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?

oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and Los Angeles, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

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.

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?

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.

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

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Los Angeles with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

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

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.

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