New York to Los Angeles flights
Direct and connecting flights from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from New York to Los Angeles take?
Flight time from New York (JFK) to Los Angeles (LAX) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from New York to Los Angeles?
Airline availability for JFK to LAX changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from New York to Los Angeles?
Direct (nonstop) availability on JFK to LAX varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Delta Air Lines40
- United Airlines40
- JetBlue Airways40
- American Airlines40
- LAENo data
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Lines | 7 sightings | No recorded events |
| United Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| JetBlue Airways | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| American Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| LAE | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning JFK → LAX
JFK to LAX is a medium-haul route of 3,974 km (2,469 mi). See the return LAX → JFK route.
Alternative airports near New York: New York (LGA) — 17 km, New York (JRB) — 21 km, New York (JRA) — 23 km.
Alternative airports near Los Angeles: Hawthorne (HHR) — 7 km, Santa Monica (SMO) — 9 km, Torrance (TOA) — 17 km.