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Flight deals from New York Newark to Los Angeles International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York Newark Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 4,073. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Los Angeles.R 2,116 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,116, select.

Los Angeles.R 2,160 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,160, select.

Los Angeles.R 2,519 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,519, select.

Los Angeles.R 2,570 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Feb.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,570, select.

Los Angeles.R 2,656 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from New York Newark on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,656, select.

Los Angeles.R 2,745 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from New York Newark on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,745, select.

Los Angeles.R 2,763 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Nov.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from New York Newark on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,763, select.

Los Angeles.R 2,804 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,804, select.

Los Angeles.R 2,856 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from New York Newark on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,856, select.

Los Angeles.R 2,856 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from New York Newark on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,856, select.

Los Angeles.R 2,864 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from New York Newark on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,864, select.

Los Angeles.R 2,913 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Apr.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from New York Newark on Mon, 12 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,913, select.

Los Angeles.R 2,956 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from New York Newark on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,956, select.

Los Angeles.R 3,199 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 May.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 11 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,199, select.

Los Angeles.R 3,382 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,382, select.

Los Angeles.R 3,537 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 May.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from New York Newark on Mon, 3 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,537, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Los Angeles International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York Newark to Los Angeles International flights are currently cheapest in October.

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New York Newark to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York Newark to Los Angeles below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Los Angeles International.

New York to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 2,116
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	6 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	406

Finding cheap flights from New York Newark to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from New York Newark to Los Angeles International?

The best price we found for a return flight from New York Newark to Los Angeles International is R 4,073. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from New York Newark to Los Angeles International?

6 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from New York Newark to Los Angeles International.

Which airlines fly direct from New York Newark to Los Angeles International?

United, Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand fly direct from New York Newark to Los Angeles International.

How many flights are there a week from New York Newark to Los Angeles International?

As of August 2026, there are 406 flights per week flying from New York Newark to Los Angeles International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York Newark to Los Angeles International?

The cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Los Angeles International is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on Wednesday, 9 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from New York Newark Airport to Los Angeles International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 4 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Los Angeles International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Los Angeles?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from New York Newark Airport to Los Angeles International with?

Currently, Frontier Airlines and Alaska Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles International.

Travelling from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know

Around 6 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from New York Newark Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Los Angeles is three hours behind New York and observes the UTC-8 timezone.
Every week, there are 91 New York Newark Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as early as possible, go for the 05:55 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 20:56 with JetBlue Airways.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your EWR to LAX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from New York Newark Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, so jetting off to Los Angeles (and then discovering more of the United States!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most travellers choose to fly with United on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating EWR to LAX flights is Spirit Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 73.81% of the time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from New York Newark Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between EWR and LAX include:
- Denver International Airport
- Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
- Detroit Wayne County Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

At the moment, R 2,116 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way New York Newark Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,073. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from EWR to LAX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from New York Newark Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from EWR to LAX by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from New York Newark Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

Handy information about New York Newark Airport (EWR)

You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
Of all flights leaving New York Newark Airport, 71% land on schedule at their destination.
Central New York to New York Newark Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to EWR? If you're catching an early flight from New York Newark Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Book a hotel close to LAX if you're catching a late New York Newark Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and explore Los Angeles and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week before you travel.

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 29 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

The quietest month for a flight from New York Newark Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from New York Newark Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EWR to LAX in February. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.

Explore more of the United States

Los Angeles is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in the United States, consider San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley are among the biggest draws.