Los Angeles to New York (LAX–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
LAX–JFK is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, JetBlue and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,470 miles in approximately 5h 37m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, AM, KE, KL, LA, LY, MU, SK, UX, VS | 75 | 333, 339, 763, 764, 76W | 5h18-5h50 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, KE, KL, LA, LY, MU, SK, UX, VS | |
| B6 JetBlue Also: AT, BA, EY, FI, HA, JU, KQ, LO, SQ, TP | 73 | 321, 32S, A21N | 5h06-5h56 | – | AT, BA, EY, FI, HA, JU, KQ, LO, SQ, TP | |
| AA American Airlines Also: AT, AY, BA, CZ, FJ, GF, IB, QF, QR, RJ | 71 | 321, 32B, 32Q | 5h31-6h01 | Oneworld | AT, AY, BA, CZ, FJ, GF, IB, QF, QR, RJ | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – | |
| CA Air China | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – | |
| SV Saudia | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→JFK | BUR→JFK | SNA→JFK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 18 mi | 36 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 1 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 901 | 7 | 31 |
| Flight time | 5h 37m | 5h 24m | 5h 27m |
| Departure OTP | 75% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 9:00 PM in New York.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
LAX–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Los Angeles to New York JFK: The US Transcontinental Showcase
LAX–JFK is one of the most premium-competitive domestic routes in the US, with carriers investing in lie-flat business class products specifically for this corridor. American, Delta, United, and JetBlue all offer elevated transcontinental service, while Spirit and Frontier provide ultra-low-cost options. The route sees around 440 weekly departures covering a 5.5–6 hour flight time westbound.
Premium Market and Connection Hub
JetBlue's Mint and American's Flagship Business target the LA entertainment and finance industries, which generate high volumes of premium cabin demand. At JFK, onward connections are available across the Atlantic via all major alliances. LAX's position as the primary West Coast gateway to Asia means the route feeds many international itineraries in both directions.