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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?
If you are unable to visit California during the month of September, then departing from New York during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £231.
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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as £234. 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 £564.
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 £257. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to California is in the afternoon when prices are around £926.
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 17 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around £281 when searching 17 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 £245 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.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to California?
JetBlue, Frontier, and Spirit Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to California
Which airlines fly to California?
Alaska Airlines, JetBlue and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from New York according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 34% 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.
How many flights depart from New York to California on average per day?
As of June 2025, there are 372 flights per day flying from New York to California. The most common time of day flights depart is 19:00, with 36% of flights taking off at midday.
How many flights depart from New York to California on average per week?
2,610 flights are operational weekly from New York to California as of June 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.
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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 June 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 A321neo, making up 14.16% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 with 13.58%, Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 9.74%, and Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) with 8.94%.
Best airlines flying from New York to California
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from New York to California with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom £101 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,296 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £102 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,946 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £107 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,054 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £169 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £183 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 2,923 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £223 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £268 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,790 reviews |
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from New York to California?
momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight from New York to California. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.
Can I find flights from New York to California with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. All flights to California from New York on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.
How can momondo help me find flights from New York to California?
Once you have performed a search for New York to California flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.
I’m not ready to book a flight from New York to California right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to California from New York. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.