What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to New York?

Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to New York

How many flights depart from California to New York on average per week?

As of October 2025, 1,119 flights take off from California and land in New York each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 34% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to New York?

Average flight duration from California to New York depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Los Angeles to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 5h 09m on average, while flying from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 5h 13m on average. New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is the most popular airport in New York.

How many flights depart from California to New York on average per day?

As of October 2025, there are 159 flights per day flying from California to New York. The most common time of day flights depart is 7:00AM, with 51% of flights taking off at noon.

What airlines fly to New York?

JetBlue, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York from California according to our data. JetBlue is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to New York?

Prices for flights from California to New York refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to New York?

The number of operators available for flights from California to New York is 10 as of October 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to New York?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to New York.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

The necessary travel and health documents for your New York trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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1:23 pm - 12:34 amLAX-EWR

8h 11m1 stop

6:00 am - 12:28 pmEWR-LAX

9h 28m1 stop

$176Frontier

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5:45 am - 5:44 pmLAX-EWR

8h 59m1 stop

6:39 pm - 9:56 pmEWR-LAX

6h 17mnonstop

$177Spirit Airlines

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dt., des. 2 - dv., des. 5

11:44 pm - 4:29 pmLAX-LGA

13h 45m2 stops

6:20 am - 12:47 pmLGA-LAX

9h 27m1 stop

$178Multiple Airlines

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dt., des. 2 - dj., des. 11

10:35 am - 12:59 amLAX-JFK

11h 24m2 stops

6:15 am - 12:47 pmJFK-LAX

9h 32m1 stop

$178Multiple Airlines

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9:00 am - 7:41 pmBUR-LGA

7h 41m1 stop

8:15 am - 5:29 pmLGA-BUR

12h 14m2 stops

$216United Airlines

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4:00 pm - 12:22 amLAX-JFK

5h 22mnonstop

9:35 am - 1:00 pmJFK-LAX

6h 25mnonstop

$217Delta

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6:15 am - 4:42 pmONT-EWR

7h 27m1 stop

12:50 pm - 6:40 pmEWR-ONT

8h 50m1 stop

$217American Airlines

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ds., febr. 14 - dc., febr. 18

7:00 am - 8:00 pmBUR-LGA

10h 00m1 stop

6:00 am - 11:41 amLGA-BUR

8h 41m1 stop

$226American Airlines

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ds., nov.. 15 - dc., nov.. 19

6:20 am - 2:46 pmLAX-JFK

5h 26mnonstop

7:00 am - 10:35 amJFK-LAX

6h 35mnonstop

$227Delta

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10:50 pm - 9:12 amSFO-LGA

7h 22m1 stop

7:29 pm - 1:28 amLGA-SFO

8h 59m1 stop

$237United Airlines

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JetBlue flights from California to New York

Our best JetBlue deals on California to New York flight tickets

JetBlue

Nov 12

SAN9:05 pmSan Diego

5h 15m

JFK5:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Nov 18

JFK9:30 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

6h 18m

SAN12:48 pmSan Diego

$237

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JetBlue

Nov 27

SFO11:59 pmSan Francisco

5h 23m

JFK8:22 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Dec 4

JFK6:50 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

6h 28m

SFO10:18 amSan Francisco

$244

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JetBlue

Dec 25

SAN11:27 amSan Diego

5h 33m

JFK8:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Jan 6

JFK11:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

6h 10m

SAN2:10 pmSan Diego

$249

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Hawaiian Airlines flights from California to New York

Our best Hawaiian Airlines deals on California to New York flight tickets

Hawaiian Airlines

Dec 9

SAN9:10 amSan Diego

9h 51m

1 stop

JFK10:01 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Dec 12

JFK4:35 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

6h 28m

SAN8:03 pmSan Diego

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Hawaiian Airlines

Dec 6

SAN6:30 pmSan Diego

9h 53m

1 stop

JFK7:23 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Dec 9

JFK1:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

9h 52m

1 stop

SAN7:52 pmSan Diego

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Nov 12

SFO9:09 pmSan Francisco

5h 36m

EWR5:45 amNewark

Nov 19

EWR9:00 amNewark

10h 29m

1 stop

SFO4:29 pmSan Francisco

$275

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LAX - EWR

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dt. 11/11

1:23 pm-12:34 am

1 stop8h 11m

Newark

ds. 11/15

6:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$176

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

dt. 12/2

5:45 am-5:44 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Newark

dv. 12/5

6:39 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop6h 17m

$177

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - LGA

LAXLGA

Los Angeles

dt. 12/2

11:44 pm-4:29 pm

2 stops13h 45m

New York LaGuardia

dj. 12/11

6:20 am-12:47 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$178

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

dl. 12/8

10:35 am-12:59 am

2 stops11h 24m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dj. 12/11

6:15 am-12:47 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$178

BurbankNew York

BUR - LGA

BURLGA

Burbank Bob Hope

dt. 12/9

9:00 am-7:41 pm

1 stop7h 41m

New York LaGuardia

dt. 12/16

8:15 am-5:29 pm

2 stops12h 14m

$216

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LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

dv. 12/5

4:00 pm-12:22 am

Nonstop5h 22m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dc. 12/10

9:35 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop6h 25m

$217

OntarioNewark

ONT - EWR

ONTEWR

Ontario

ds. 2/14

6:15 am-4:42 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Newark

dc. 2/18

12:50 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$217

BurbankNew York

BUR - LGA

BURLGA

Burbank Bob Hope

ds. 11/15

7:00 am-8:00 pm

1 stop10h 00m

New York LaGuardia

dc. 11/19

6:00 am-11:41 am

1 stop8h 41m

$226

Los AngelesNew York

LAX - JFK

LAXJFK

Los Angeles

dt. 1/20

6:20 am-2:46 pm

Nonstop5h 26m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dg. 2/8

7:00 am-10:35 am

Nonstop6h 35m

$227

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

ds. 2/14

10:50 pm-9:12 am

1 stop7h 22m

New York LaGuardia

dc. 2/18

7:29 pm-1:28 am

1 stop8h 59m

$237

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The cheapest month to fly to New York from California is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $291, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of September is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from California averaging around $296.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

The cheapest day to depart from California to New York is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $377. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from California because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $493.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to New York is in the afternoon. Flights from California to New York during this time can be as low as $367. Flights to New York are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $451. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest California to New York flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around $360 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York from California for as low as $322 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to New York flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to New York flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to New York flights?

You could potentially save up to 41% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to New York flight.

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Best Price Found	$137
Fastest flight time	5h 00m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in New York	2 airports

The best one-way flight to New York from California in the past 72 hours is $137. The best round-trip flight deal from California to New York found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $256.

The fastest flight from California to New York takes 5h 00m

Direct flights go from California to New York every day.

There are 2 airports near New York: Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to New York?
Prices for flights from California to New York refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to New York?
The number of operators available for flights from California to New York is 10 as of October 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to New York?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to New York.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?
The necessary travel and health documents for your New York trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to New York?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from California to New York is Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 (22.43% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A321neo (12.32%), Boeing 757-200 (9.38%), and Boeing 737 MAX 9 (8.82%).

Best airlines flying from California to New York

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Frontier	PriceFrom $48	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,123 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $60	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,115 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $118	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,906 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Delta	PriceFrom $118	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,993 reviews	Search Delta flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $133	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,797 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Sun Country Air	PriceFrom $149	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 335 reviews	Search Sun Country Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $183	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,998 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $198	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,214 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $216	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,030 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $236	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,242 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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