Los Angeles to New York Flights from $212 (LAX–JFK)

Looking for cheap flights from Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to New York, NY (JFK)? Compare available flights with Fly2Any. Search your travel dates to check current fares, airlines, baggage options, and connections for this route.

Flight Information

Flights from Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to New York, NY (JFK) typically take around 5h 25m. The flight covers a distance of 2475 miles. Airlines on this route include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Frontier Airlines.

Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY: route at a glance

Distance band: Long-haul — a long route typically operated by wide-body aircraft, so cabin and seat choice matter more for comfort.
Direction of travel: roughly northeast (JFK lies northeast of LAX on the great-circle path).
Time difference: New York is about 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles.

Planning guidance computed by Fly2Any Travel Research from airport coordinates and time zones. Confirm live schedules and elapsed travel time in search before booking.

Best Time to Book

No booking window or weekday guarantees the lowest fare. Compare dates that work for your trip, and check the complete price and fare conditions before choosing an itinerary.

Airlines in Our Recorded Fares

Fares we recorded for Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to New York, NY (JFK) came from:

American Airlines (AA)
Alaska Airlines (AS)
Frontier Airlines (F9)

Frequently Asked Questions — LAX to JFK Flights

How much is a flight from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY?

Fares from $212 one way, typically $396, from 51 fares we recorded on this route between Aug 13, 2026 and Oct 6, 2026. The highest fare we recorded was $487. Prices move with dates, airline and fare type, so search your dates for the current price.

Which airlines fly from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY?

In the 51 fares Fly2Any recorded for Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to New York, NY (JFK), the airlines were American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Frontier Airlines. Which airlines appear depends on your dates, and some of these fares connect through another airport.

How long is the flight from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY?

A nonstop flight from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY takes about 5h 25m over roughly 2,475 miles. Itineraries with a connection take longer; search shows the total travel time of each itinerary.

Are there nonstop flights from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY?

Nonstop service changes by season and day of the week. Search your dates and choose the nonstop (direct) filter: if a nonstop is offered it appears there, and if not, sorting by Fastest shows the shortest connections first.

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

As general planning guidance, fares on routes like this are often lower in January, February and September. Domestic routes often price lower outside school holidays and the summer peak. This is not a fare guarantee: compare flexible dates in search, or set a price alert for the route.

When should I book LAX to JFK flights?

No single booking window guarantees the lowest fare on LAX to JFK. Start watching once your dates are firm, compare nearby dates, and check the total with bags and fare rules before you pay.

What baggage is included on LAX to JFK flights?

It depends on the airline and the fare. Basic and light fares often include only a personal item, while standard fares add a carry-on or a checked bag. Each fare in Fly2Any search shows what is included, and you can add bags before you pay.

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