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

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

How long does it take to fly to New York?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in New York you fly into. For example, flying from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 5h 26m on average. On the other hand, flying from Los Angeles to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 5h 27m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

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

2,269 flights are operational weekly from California to New York as of August 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Sat, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

324 flights are operational daily from California to New York as of August 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 07:00, with 53% of flights per day taking off at midday.

Which airlines fly to New York?

Frontier, JetBlue and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York from California according to our data. Frontier is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 4 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 are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

There are 4 operators available for flights from California to New York as of August 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 required travel and health documents for your New York 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 New York. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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08:33 - 17:15SAN-EWR

5h 42mdirect

16:43 - 19:32EWR-SAN

5h 49mdirect

£90Alaska Airlines

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Tue, 16 Sep - Tue, 23 Sep

19:58 - 05:50LAX-EWR

6h 52m1 stop

16:35 - 19:38EWR-LAX

6h 03mdirect

£110Spirit Airlines

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Sat, 30 Aug - Sat, 6 Sep

15:55 - 23:57LAS-JFK

5h 02mdirect

12:00 - 14:33JFK-LAS

5h 33mdirect

£122JetBlue

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Wed, 24 Sep - Mon, 29 Sep

23:59 - 07:59LAS-JFK

5h 00mdirect

15:30 - 18:11JFK-LAS

5h 41mdirect

£129JetBlue

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Mon, 22 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep

17:14 - 06:09LAS-JFK

9h 55m1 stop

09:30 - 15:49JFK-LAS

9h 19m1 stop

£141Hawaiian Airlines

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06:45 - 14:57LAS-JFK

5h 12mdirect

16:15 - 19:05JFK-LAS

5h 50mdirect

£142Delta

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09:09 - 17:33LAS-JFK

5h 24mdirect

11:30 - 14:05JFK-LAS

5h 35mdirect

£143Delta

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17:14 - 06:09LAS-JFK

9h 55m1 stop

10:00 - 16:34JFK-LAS

9h 34m1 stop

£151Hawaiian Airlines

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Thu, 4 Sep - Sun, 7 Sep

06:05 - 14:30LAX-EWR

5h 25mdirect

20:00 - 23:02EWR-LAX

6h 02mdirect

£152United Airlines

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Wed, 3 Sep - Thu, 4 Sep

13:25 - 21:35LAX-EWR

5h 10mdirect

16:59 - 19:44EWR-LAX

5h 45mdirect

£166United Airlines

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Hawaiian Airlines flights from California to New York

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Hawaiian Airlines

20 Sept

LAS17:14Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

9h 55m

1 stop

JFK06:09New York John F Kennedy Intl

24 Sept

JFK09:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

9h 19m

1 stop

LAS15:49Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

£141

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Hawaiian Airlines

4 Sept

LAS17:14Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

9h 55m

1 stop

JFK06:09New York John F Kennedy Intl

7 Sept

JFK10:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

9h 34m

1 stop

LAS16:34Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

£151

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Hawaiian Airlines

19 Sept

LAS17:14Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

9h 55m

1 stop

JFK06:09New York John F Kennedy Intl

23 Sept

JFK10:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

9h 34m

1 stop

LAS16:34Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

£160

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Frontier flights from California to New York

Our best Frontier deals on California to New York flight tickets

Frontier

19 Sept

LAS21:28Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

5h 02m

JFK05:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

25 Sept

JFK06:59New York John F Kennedy Intl

5h 29m

LAS09:28Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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Frontier

2 Sept

LAX20:47Los Angeles

5h 43m

JFK05:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

9 Sept

JFK11:37New York John F Kennedy Intl

6h 01m

LAX14:38Los Angeles

£181

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Frontier

15 Sept

LAX20:53Los Angeles

5h 37m

JFK05:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

22 Sept

JFK11:31New York John F Kennedy Intl

6h 01m

LAX14:32Los Angeles

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SAN - EWR

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Tue 16/9

08:33-17:15

Nonstop5h 42m

Newark

Tue 23/9

16:43-19:32

Nonstop5h 49m

£90

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Sat 30/8

19:58-05:50

1 stop6h 52m

Newark

Sat 6/9

16:35-19:38

Nonstop6h 03m

£110

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LAS - JFK

LASJFK

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 24/9

15:55-23:57

Nonstop5h 02m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 29/9

12:00-14:33

Nonstop5h 33m

£122

Las VegasNew York

LAS - JFK

LASJFK

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 22/9

23:59-07:59

Nonstop5h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 30/9

15:30-18:11

Nonstop5h 41m

£129

Las VegasNew York

LAS - JFK

LASJFK

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 20/9

17:14-06:09

1 stop9h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 24/9

09:30-15:49

1 stop9h 19m

£141

Las VegasNew York

LAS - JFK

LASJFK

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/9

06:45-14:57

Nonstop5h 12m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/9

16:15-19:05

Nonstop5h 50m

£142

Las VegasNew York

LAS - JFK

LASJFK

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/9

09:09-17:33

Nonstop5h 24m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 6/9

11:30-14:05

Nonstop5h 35m

£143

Las VegasNew York

LAS - JFK

LASJFK

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/9

17:14-06:09

1 stop9h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 7/9

10:00-16:34

1 stop9h 34m

£151

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Wed 3/9

06:05-14:30

Nonstop5h 25m

Newark

Thu 4/9

20:00-23:02

Nonstop6h 02m

£152

Los AngelesNewark

LAX - EWR

LAXEWR

Los Angeles

Thu 4/9

13:25-21:35

Nonstop5h 10m

Newark

Sat 13/9

16:59-19:44

Nonstop5h 45m

£166

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to New York

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York from California, with most prices found around £222. The month of February is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from California averaging around £229.

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

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to New York from California. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was £340. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to New York is Tuesday, with ticket prices averaging around £536.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to New York is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from California to New York in the afternoon for as low as £262. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are £487 on average. Flights to New York from California in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest California to New York flight route?

Fly from Los Angeles to Newark for the best California - New York flight prices

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 £279 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 £242 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?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between California to New York.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to New York?
Prices for flights from California to New York are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to New York?
There are 4 operators available for flights from California to New York as of August 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 required travel and health documents for your New York 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 New York. 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 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 (18.71% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A321neo (14.51%), Boeing 737 MAX 9 (10.31%), and Boeing 757-200 (8.46%).

Best airlines flying from California to New York

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom £58	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,058 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom £127	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,237 reviews	Search Frontier flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom £142	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,915 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom £163	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights

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