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

The number of flights available between New York and California is 1,926 per week as of September 2026. The most frequent departure day is Fri, with 22% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What airlines fly to California?

United Airlines, JetBlue and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from New York according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

United Airlines, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to California

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

275 flights are operational daily from New York to California as of September 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 5:00PM, with 39% of flights per day taking off at noon.

How long is the flight from New York to California?

Flight times from New York to California vary, but if you’re flying out of Newark and flying into Los Angeles (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 5h 45m on average. Another popular route from New York to California is flying from New York to Los Angeles, which will take roughly 6h 54m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Prices for flights from New York to California are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of September 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to California.

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

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 New York to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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9:44 pm - 9:30 amSAN San Diego-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

8h 46m1 stop Boston Logan Intl

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6:25 am - 9:19 pmSAN San Diego-EWR Newark

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8h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of February is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from New York averaging around $388.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from New York to California is on a Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $453. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Sunday is $568.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $444. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $645 on average. Flights to California from New York in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest New York to California flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $407 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from New York for as low as $343 on momondo.

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

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Best Price Found	$139
Fastest flight time	5h 23m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from New York in the past 72 hours is $139. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $326.

The fastest flight from New York to California takes 5h 23m

Direct flights go from New York to California every day.

There are 418 airports in California. From New York there are direct flights to San Diego (SAN), Los Angeles (LAX), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to California?
Prices for flights from New York to California are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to California?
As of September 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to California?
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 New York to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to California?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from New York to California is Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321, representing 23.97% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A321neo at 9.97%, Boeing 757-200 at 7.92%, and Airbus A321 (sharklets) at 7.45%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $88	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,572 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $110	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,976 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $128	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,608 reviews	Search Delta flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $128	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,039 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Sun Country Air	PriceFrom $162	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 315 reviews	Search Sun Country Air flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $178	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,098 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $189	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,809 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $192	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,201 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $197	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,248 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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Flights from New York to California with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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