The LA–New York corridor is one of America's busiest and most price-competitive air routes, with over 17 daily nonstops from LAX to JFK alone. Delta and American Airlines each operate roughly 10 daily departures, while JetBlue's Mint lie-flat business class has redefined premium transcontinental travel. Add United's nonstops from LAX to Newark and you have coast-to-coast coverage from morning to midnight. Camli's consolidator network regularly surfaces fares 30–50% below published prices on this fiercely competitive route.
| Route | Los Angeles (LAX) → New York (JFK / EWR) |
| Distance | ~2,468 miles / 3,972 km |
| Flight Time (Outbound) | ~5h 15min–5h 30min eastbound |
| Flight Time (Return) | ~5h 45min–6h westbound (headwinds) |
| Nonstop Carriers | Delta, American Airlines, JetBlue (LAX–JFK); United, Alaska, JetBlue, Spirit (LAX–EWR) |
| Connecting Carriers | Southwest (via various), Frontier (ended LAX–JFK Jan 2026) |
| Peak Season | Summer (June–August), Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year |
| Shoulder Season | April–May, September–October |
| Premium Cabins | JetBlue Mint (lie-flat pods), Delta One (lie-flat), AA Flagship First (777-200) |
Indicative starting prices — search for live availability
| Cabin | Airline | From | Stops |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | Multiple carriers | $181 | Nonstop |
| Economy | Delta Air Lines | $249 | Nonstop (JFK) |
| Economy | American Airlines | $263 | Nonstop (JFK) |
| Economy | JetBlue | $226 | Nonstop (JFK) |
| Economy | United Airlines | $300 | Nonstop (EWR) |
| Economy | Spirit Airlines | $161 | Nonstop (EWR) |
| Business | JetBlue Mint | $599 | Nonstop (JFK) |
| First Class | American Airlines | $899 | Nonstop (JFK) |
Prices shown are indicative round-trip starting fares as of April 2026, inclusive of taxes and fees. Spirit Airlines charges separately for bags and seat selection. JetBlue Mint and AA Flagship First availability varies by aircraft and date. Red-eye flights (departing 10pm–1am) are typically $60–120 cheaper than daytime equivalents. Search for live pricing.
Schedules verified April 2026. LAX–JFK has 116 weekly nonstops (~17 daily) across Delta, American, and JetBlue. LAX–EWR adds United, Alaska, JetBlue, and Spirit. Frontier ended LAX–JFK nonstop service in January 2026.
January and February offer the lowest fares as leisure demand drops after the holidays. May is also excellent value. Summer (June–August) commands premium pricing with round-trips often exceeding $400. Thanksgiving week and Christmas/New Year are the most expensive periods, with fares 50–80% above average.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays consistently offer 20–35% lower fares than weekend departures. Red-eye flights (departing 10pm–1am) are $60–120 cheaper than daytime equivalents and save a hotel night in LA. Saturday morning departures can also be competitive.
6–10 weeks ahead is the optimal window for the best prices on this high-demand route. Holiday travel (Thanksgiving, Christmas) should be booked 12+ weeks out. Last-minute deals are rare on LAX–JFK due to consistently high load factors.
LAX to JFK red-eye flights (departing after 10pm) are often $60–120 cheaper than daytime equivalents and save you a hotel night in LA. You arrive in New York by 6–7am, ready for the day. Delta and American both operate multiple red-eyes.
JetBlue's Mint lie-flat suites with closing doors are widely considered the best transcontinental business class in America. Premium dining, fast Wi-Fi, and a private suite for often half the price of Delta One or AA Flagship First. Camli's consolidator network regularly surfaces Mint fares at 40–60% below published prices.
Newark is often $40–80 cheaper than JFK for the same dates. Penn Station to EWR is ~30 minutes via NJ Transit. United, JetBlue, Alaska, and Spirit all fly nonstop LAX–EWR.
This is a domestic US flight. A valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license, state ID, or REAL ID) is sufficient. TSA PreCheck or CLEAR can save significant time at LAX security.
This route has the fiercest premium cabin competition in the US. JetBlue Mint, Delta One, and AA Flagship First all offer lie-flat seats. Compare all three through Camli to find the best value — prices can vary by $500+ for the same dates.
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