Flights from Los Angeles to New York
Flights from Los Angeles to New York take about 5h 30m nonstop, and the two cities are about 3,970 km apart. Compare live prices for your dates below.
Cheapest recent fare
$249
Round trip · 6 Jan – 12 Jan · 2 stops
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- Approx. flying time
- About 5h 30m
- Best time to visit New York
- April to June and September to November
Flight tip: JFK, Newark and LaGuardia all serve New York; compare all three for the best fare. Read our New York guide
Los Angeles to New York flights: quick answers
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to New York?
It’s about 5h 30m nonstop. That’s a rough guide worked out from the 3,970 km between LAX and JFK; scheduled times vary by airline and direction, because winds can make one way slower, and a flight with a connection takes longer.
How long is the flight back from New York to Los Angeles?
About the same time in the air, roughly 5h 30m, because the distance is the same. High-altitude winds usually make one direction faster than the other, so check the scheduled times in your search results.
How far is New York from Los Angeles?
About 3,970 km (2,470 miles) between LAX and JFK, in a straight line. The path a plane flies is usually a little longer.
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and New York?
New York is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Which airports can I fly from in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles International (LAX) handles almost all of the city’s international flights.
Which airport do I fly into in New York?
John F. Kennedy Intl (JFK) is New York’s main airport. Other airports and when to go: our New York guide
When is the best time to visit New York?
April to June and September to November.
What are my rights if my Los Angeles to New York flight is cancelled?
Under US Department of Transportation rules, if the airline cancels your flight or changes it significantly and you choose not to travel, you’re entitled to a refund, even on a non-refundable ticket. On flights within the US, leaving 3 hours or more earlier, or arriving 3 hours or more later, than scheduled counts as a significant change. US Department of Transportation: Refunds (opens in a new tab)
Before you fly
Cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles
- Nov 2026$152
- Dec 2026$127Cheapest month
- Jan 2027$130
- Feb 2027$132
- Mar 2027$190
- Apr 2027$200
- May 2027$205
- Jun 2027$211
- Jul 2027$211
- Sept 2027$211
- Oct 2027$528
Lowest round-trip fare per person found recently for departures in each month, from Los Angeles. Months with no recent fare aren’t shown.
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