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

As of September 2025, there are 385 flights per day flying from New York to California. The most common time of day flights depart is 20:00, with 37% of flights taking off at midday.

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

2,695 flights are operational weekly from New York to California as of September 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 18% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

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

How long is the flight from New York to California?

The average flight duration from New York to California depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Newark to Los Angeles is 5h 57m on average, while flying from New York to Los Angeles is 7h 21m on average. Los Angeles is the most popular airport in California.

Which airlines fly to California?

JetBlue, Delta and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from New York according to our data. JetBlue is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 2025, there are 7 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 travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

If you are unable to visit California during the month of January, then departing from New York during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £232.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to California is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as £232. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from New York because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £562.

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 morning when flights can be purchased for as low as £245. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to California is in the afternoon when prices are around £562.

What is the cheapest New York to California flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight 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 £272 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 £227 on momondo.

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

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.

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

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

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The best one-way flight to California from New York in the past 72 hours is £98. The best return flight deal from New York to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £113.

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As of September 2025, there are 7 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 travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to California?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between New York and California, the leading plane model is Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321, making up 20.10% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 11.08%, Airbus A321neo with 10.72%, and Boeing 757-200 with 8.15%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom £101	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,174 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom £102	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,957 reviews	Search Delta flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom £104	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,019 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom £169	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom £182	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,914 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
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United Airlines	PriceFrom £267	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,924 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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Yes. All flights to California from New York on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

If you are unable to visit California during the month of January, then departing from New York during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £232.

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

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 morning when flights can be purchased for as low as £245. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to California is in the afternoon when prices are around £562.

What is the cheapest New York to California flight route?

Fly from Newark to San Francisco for the best New York - California flight prices

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

Which airlines fly to California?

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

As of September 2025, there are 385 flights per day flying from New York to California. The most common time of day flights depart is 20:00, with 37% of flights taking off at midday.

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

2,695 flights are operational weekly from New York to California as of September 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 18% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from New York to California?

The average flight duration from New York to California depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Newark to Los Angeles is 5h 57m on average, while flying from New York to Los Angeles is 7h 21m on average. Los Angeles is the most popular airport in California.

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Best airlines flying from New York to California

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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from New York to California?

Can I find flights from New York to California with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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I’m not ready to book a flight from New York to California right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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