Los Angeles (LAX) to New York (JFK) flight prices

A quick snapshot of Los Angeles (LAX) to New York (JFK) fares — lowest and typical prices plus the cheapest months and weekdays to fly, the airlines on the route and the usual duration.

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Price graph and price trends for Los Angeles International-John F Kennedy International

Weekly price trend

Today

2026

Jan

Feb

Mar

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May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Week

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31

USD 36–343

USD 344–650

USD 651–958

USD 959–1,265

USD 1,266–1,574

Monthly price summary

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February

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April

MayBest price

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August

Ticket prices for Los Angeles to New York (January 2026 - August 2026) are shown here with weekly or monthly averages to indicate cheaper and more expensive periods.

Source: Flightprices.com & Kayak.com
Forecast updated: November 3, 2025.

Flight information

LAX → JFK

Flight frequency

177 flights/week

Type

Direct flight

Duration

5 hours 25 minutes

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Airlines with non-stop flights on this route:

American Airlines JetBlue Delta

FAQ – Los Angeles (LAX) → New York (JFK)

Are there any low-cost airlines with flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to New York (JFK)?

Yes — JetBlue operates non-stop low-cost flights between Los Angeles and New York.

Which is the cheapest month to fly between Los Angeles International and John F Kennedy International?

Based on recent price logs, the cheapest month(s) is May 2026. Use the monthly view above to spot the dip weeks.

What day of the week is usually cheapest on this route?

Based on price logs for the next 12 months, the cheapest day(s) to depart is Wednesday. Compare weekdays in the fare calendar to target these departures.

Is roundtrip cheaper than two one-way tickets for LAX-JFK?

Usually yes, but not always. Check both options — you can easily switch between them in our widget.

How far in advance should I book to get the best price?

For domestic routes like LAX-JFK, good deals often appear a few weeks out. Watch for sales and avoid peak dates.

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