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

Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and Alaska 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?

The number of flights available between New York and California is 2,402 per week as of April 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 19% of weekly flights leaving 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 49m on average, while flying from New York to Los Angeles is 7h 05m on average. Los Angeles is the most popular airport in California.

Which airlines fly to California?

Alaska Airlines, Delta and JetBlue 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 33% 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 April 2025, 343 flights take off from New York and land in California each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 16:00, with 36% of daily flights taking off at midday.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to California?

Prices for flights from New York to California refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from New York to California is 6 as of April 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to California?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, 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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KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from New York to California.

11:30 - 14:41JFK-LAX

6h 11mdirect

20:50 - 05:30LAX-JFK

5h 40mdirect

₹ 15,327Frontier

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Sat, 10 May - Mon, 12 May

06:59 - 14:54JFK-SFO

10h 55m1 stop

14:03 - 05:30SFO-JFK

12h 27m1 stop

₹ 16,184Frontier

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Thu, 1 May - Tue, 6 May

19:29 - 23:05EWR-SFO

6h 36mdirect

06:00 - 14:29SFO-EWR

5h 29mdirect

₹ 17,040Alaska Airlines

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Wed, 30 Apr - Tue, 13 May

20:08 - 23:54JFK-SFO

6h 46mdirect

06:26 - 15:00SFO-JFK

5h 34mdirect

₹ 17,040Alaska Airlines

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Sat, 3 May - Wed, 7 May

21:40 - 00:33JFK-LAS

5h 53mdirect

10:53 - 18:59LAS-JFK

5h 06mdirect

₹ 17,040JetBlue

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Sat, 17 May - Wed, 21 May

21:15 - 00:19JFK-LAS

6h 04mdirect

07:49 - 16:00LAS-JFK

5h 11mdirect

₹ 17,211JetBlue

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Sun, 1 Jun - Thu, 5 Jun

07:30 - 10:06JFK-LAS

5h 36mdirect

07:05 - 15:23LAS-JFK

5h 18mdirect

₹ 17,383Delta

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Tue, 15 Jul - Tue, 29 Jul

13:35 - 22:01LGA-LAX

11h 26m1 stop

09:59 - 22:00LAX-LGA

9h 01m1 stop

₹ 17,725Spirit Airlines

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Sat, 10 May - Mon, 12 May

07:15 - 09:55JFK-LAS

5h 40mdirect

06:08 - 14:19LAS-JFK

5h 11mdirect

₹ 17,725Delta

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Tue, 20 May - Sat, 24 May

10:15 - 20:10EWR-LAS

12h 55m1 stop

21:55 - 05:42LAS-EWR

4h 47mdirect

₹ 17,811Spirit Airlines

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Thu, 5 Jun - Tue, 10 Jun

Frontier flights from New York to California

Our best Frontier deals on New York to California flight tickets

Frontier

10 May

JFK11:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

6h 11m

LAX14:41Los Angeles

12 May

LAX20:50Los Angeles

5h 40m

JFK05:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 15,327

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Frontier

1 May

JFK06:59New York John F Kennedy Intl

10h 55m

1 stop

SFO14:54San Francisco

6 May

SFO14:03San Francisco

12h 27m

1 stop

JFK05:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 16,184

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Frontier

20 May

JFK11:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

6h 11m

LAX14:41Los Angeles

27 May

LAX20:50Los Angeles

5h 40m

JFK05:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 16,612

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Spirit Airlines flights from New York to California

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on New York to California flight tickets

Spirit Airlines

10 May

LGA13:35New York LaGuardia

11h 26m

1 stop

LAX22:01Los Angeles

12 May

LAX09:59Los Angeles

9h 01m

1 stop

LGA22:00New York LaGuardia

₹ 17,725

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Spirit Airlines

5 Jun

EWR10:15Newark

12h 55m

1 stop

LAS20:10Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10 Jun

LAS21:55Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4h 47m

EWR05:42Newark

₹ 17,811

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Spirit Airlines

16 May

EWR10:15Newark

6h 03m

LAX13:18Los Angeles

21 May

LAX10:30Los Angeles

9h 59m

1 stop

EWR23:29Newark

₹ 19,095

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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?

The cheapest month to fly to California from New York is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around ₹ 29,627, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from New York averaging around ₹ 30,569.

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

The cheapest day to depart from New York to California is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as ₹ 29,679. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around ₹ 54,133. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to California.

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

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from New York to California when you can find flight prices for as low as ₹ 37,444. Flying to California in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around ₹ 39,920. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest New York to California flight route?

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

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 15 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around ₹ 36,064 when searching 15 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 ₹ 30,912 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.

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Best price found	₹ 7,535
Fastest flight time	5h 23m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	4 airports

The best one-way flight to California from New York in the past 72 hours is ₹ 7,535. The best return flight deal from New York to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 15,327.

The fastest flight from New York to California takes 5h 23m

Direct flights go from New York to California every day.

There are 4 airports near California: Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO), San Jose (SJC), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)

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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 refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to California?
The number of operators available for flights from New York to California is 6 as of April 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, 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 16.75% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A321neo with 9.47%, Airbus A321 (sharklets) with 9.16%, and Boeing 757-200 with 8.74%.

Best airlines flying from New York to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 12,668	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 9,882 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 13,897	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 7,923 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom ₹ 20,225	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 2,926 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 23,727	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom ₹ 24,143	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,916 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 28,814	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,665 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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