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LAX → NYC · Domestic, United States

Cheap flights from Los Angeles to New York

Compare real-time fares from Los Angeles (LAX) to New York (all airports, NYC), United States. See the cheapest days on our price calendar, reserve now and pay later on many fares, and get real human support with no hidden fees.

Distance3,974 km
Typical non-stop timeabout 5h 28m
Time difference3 hours ahead
Currency in New YorkUS Dollar (USD)

Airports

Departing Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles International (LAX) · 19 km from the centre

Arriving New York

  • John F. Kennedy (JFK) · 21 km from the centre
  • Newark Liberty (EWR) · 14 km from the centre
  • LaGuardia (LGA) · 13 km from the centre

Staying in New York

The largest city in the United States, with Manhattan's museums, Broadway theatres and Central Park.

Los Angeles to New York: questions travellers ask

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to New York?

Los Angeles and New York are about 3,974 km apart. A non-stop flight typically takes around 5h 28m; trips with a connection take longer depending on the stopover. TripSavo shows the exact time for every option before you book.

Which airports serve New York?

New York has several airports: John F. Kennedy (JFK), about 21 km from the city centre; Newark Liberty (EWR), about 14 km from the city centre; LaGuardia (LGA), about 13 km from the city centre. Searching New York (NYC) on TripSavo shows flights to all of them.

What is the time difference between Los Angeles and New York?

New York is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles today. Where daylight saving applies, the difference can change during the year; flight times on TripSavo are always shown in local time.

What ID do I need to fly from Los Angeles to New York?

Adults need a REAL ID–compliant driver's licence or state ID, or another TSA-accepted document such as a passport. The name must match your booking.

How can I find a cheaper flight from Los Angeles to New York?

Fares change with demand. Use TripSavo's price calendar to compare days, choose flexible dates (±1 or ±3 days) to see cheaper nearby days, and save a search to check it again later. On many fares you can also reserve now and pay later while you decide.

Which currency do I pay in?

You can pay for flights in US dollars (USD) or naira (NGN): choose the currency at checkout. Hotel stays and Pay Small Small plans are paid in naira. Payments go securely through Paystack, by card, or by bank transfer or USSD for naira. If your card is in another currency, your bank converts the amount and may add its own fee.

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