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Flight deals from New York John F. Kennedy to Los Angeles

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Los Angeles? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 5,075. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Los Angeles.R 2,044 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,044, select.

Los Angeles.R 2,341 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Aug.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound direct flight with KLM departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,341, select.

Los Angeles.R 2,365 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound direct flight with KLM departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,365, select.

Los Angeles.R 2,398 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,398, select.

Los Angeles.R 2,442 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,442, select.

Los Angeles.R 2,806 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,806, select.

Los Angeles.R 3,058 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,058, select.

Los Angeles.R 3,121 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 May.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,121, select.

Los Angeles.R 3,134 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound direct flight with KLM departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,134, select.

Los Angeles.R 3,201 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound direct flight with KLM departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,201, select.

Los Angeles.R 3,217 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,217, select.

Los Angeles.R 3,284 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound direct flight with KLM departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,284, select.

Los Angeles.R 3,327 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Mar.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 25 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,327, select.

Los Angeles.R 3,341 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,341, select.

Los Angeles.R 3,341 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Feb.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,341, select.

Los Angeles.R 3,341 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 21 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,341, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Los Angeles

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

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New York to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 2,341
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	6 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airline	Aeromexico
Average flights per week	1,628

Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Los Angeles: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Los Angeles?

There are 7 airports in Los Angeles: Hawthorne, Burbank, Los Angeles International, Long Beach Municipal, Los Angeles Van Nuys, Santa Ana John Wayne, and Ontario International.

How much are return flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Los Angeles?

The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Los Angeles is R 4,780. 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 John F. Kennedy to Los Angeles?

6 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from New York John F. Kennedy to Los Angeles.

Which airlines fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Los Angeles?

Aeromexico, jetBlue and KLM fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Los Angeles.

How many flights are there a week from New York John F. Kennedy to Los Angeles?

As of May 2026, there are 1,628 flights per week flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Los Angeles.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Los Angeles?

The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Los Angeles is usually September.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Los Angeles?

If you're flying from New York John F. Kennedy Airport, the cheapest airport near Los Angeles is Los Angeles International – which is 19.6 km away from the centre of Los Angeles. We've found flights into this airport from R 4,780.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Los Angeles on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Los Angeles on Saturday, 5 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Los Angeles?

Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 15 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Los Angeles?

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 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.

What’s the weather like in Los Angeles?

In May, the average temperature is usually around 18°C. August is typically the warmest month in Los Angeles, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 7°C. The rainiest month is February.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Los Angeles with?

Currently, jetBlue and KLM offer the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles.

Travelling from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Los Angeles: what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Los Angeles is 5 hours 30 minutes.
Los Angeles is three hours behind New York, where New York John F. Kennedy International Airport is located. Los Angeles runs on the UTC-8 timezone.
With 193 flights a week between the two airports, New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most popular route. JetBlue Airways operates the earliest flight at 05:59. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from JFK to LAX is with JetBlue Airways at 22:15.
Allow plenty of time to catch your JFK to Los Angeles flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Los Angeles ticket. Start your trip at JFK and end it at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
You'll find a good selection of carriers offering direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Los Angeles, such as:
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near JFK? If you're boarding an early flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Los Angeles, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Los Angeles

R 2,341 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Los Angeles flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 4,780. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from JFK to Los Angeles if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Los Angeles across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
There's no need to keep checking in to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from JFK to Los Angeles.
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Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 29 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near LAX if you have a late flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Los Angeles. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from JFK to Los Angeles.
LAX is located at One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

The centre of Los Angeles is about 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). After your flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Los Angeles has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 15 minutes.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near VNY. Unwind and get cosy after your JFK to Los Angeles flight at any of these well-located options:
Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's available, by reserving your ride from VNY ahead of time. You'll also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially during busy airport times.

Best time to go to Los Angeles

It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Los Angeles. July is the busiest month to travel to Los Angeles. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Los Angeles plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from JFK to Los Angeles in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.

More about Los Angeles

When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Los Angeles right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Los Angeles:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Universal Studios Hollywood, Hollywood Sign and Hollywood Bowl are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Los Angeles itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

San Diego is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the southeast, well-known attractions include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Around 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles, San Jose is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.