Which airlines fly to California?

JetBlue, Alaska Airlines and Delta 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 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 6 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 December 2025, there are 267 flights per day flying from New York to California. The most common time of day flights depart is 17:00, with 37% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

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

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

1,875 flights are operational weekly from New York to California as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 21% 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 6h 12m on average, while flying from New York to Los Angeles is 7h 20m on average. Los Angeles is the most popular airport in California.

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 December 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 Sunday 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 £368.

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 £236. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to California is in the afternoon when prices are around £571.

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 £275 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 £220 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?

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Best price found	£94
Fastest flight time	5h 45m
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Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from New York in the past 72 hours is £94. The best return flight deal from New York to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £233.

The fastest flight from New York to California takes 5h 45m

Direct flights go from New York to California every day.

There are 418 airports in California. From New York there are direct flights to Los Angeles (LAX), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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As of December 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 18.23% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 with 17.79%, Boeing 757-200 with 10.34%, and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 7.80%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom £102	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,074 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom £103	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,014 reviews	Search Delta flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom £105	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,196 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom £171	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,513 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
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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.

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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.

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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 £236. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to California is in the afternoon when prices are around £571.

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?

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?

You could potentially save up to 12% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to California flight.

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

JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, and United Airlines 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 December 2025, there are 267 flights per day flying from New York to California. The most common time of day flights depart is 17:00, with 37% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

1,875 flights are operational weekly from New York to California as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 21% 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 6h 12m on average, while flying from New York to Los Angeles is 7h 20m on average. Los Angeles is the most popular airport in California.

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

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Best airlines flying from New York to California

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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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