Long haul · Beach · City. Compare cheap flights to Los Angeles from US airports — flight time 5h 22m from New York JFK.
Compare flights to Los Angeles →Los Angeles is a medium-haul destination from the US — around 5h 22m in the air from New York JFK (JFK), which makes it a realistic short break. Travelers come for the beaches. We track fares from 28 US departure points including Las Vegas, PHX and San Francisco International — each has its own comparison page below.
Most travelers aim for Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Recent round-trip fares start around $23 from Las Vegas. On the ground, US dollar (USD) is the local currency and English the dominant language — English coverage is solid in tourist quarters and at the airport. Visa: Domestic travel — no visa or ESTA required for US citizens. 6-10 weeks ahead is when medium-haul fares typically stabilize; last-minute bookings can run two to three times the advance fare.
By Louisa Lowe, Lead Writer · Updated for 2026.
| Departure | Round-trip from | Typical round-trip | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas (LAS) | $23 | $53 | Compare fares → |
| PHX (PHX) | $27 | $56 | Compare fares → |
| San Francisco International (SFO) | $29 | $49 | Compare fares → |
| Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) | $31 | $87 | Compare fares → |
| Denver (DEN) | $48 | $91 | Compare fares → |
| SAN (SAN) | $50 | $135 | Compare fares → |
| SLC (SLC) | $56 | $93 | Compare fares → |
| Houston Intercontinental (IAH) | $70 | $100 | Compare fares → |
| Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) | $76 | $115 | Compare fares → |
| Chicago O'Hare (ORD) | $78 | $93 | Compare fares → |
| PHL (PHL) | $79 | $126 | Compare fares → |
| Washington Dulles (IAD) | $82 | $136 | Compare fares → |
| Miami International (MIA) | $85 | $119 | Compare fares → |
| Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) | $87 | $90 | Compare fares → |
| MSP (MSP) | $96 | $130 | Compare fares → |
| Orlando (MCO) | $100 | $106 | Compare fares → |
| Boston Logan (BOS) | $105 | $123 | Compare fares → |
| CLT (CLT) | $105 | $119 | Compare fares → |
| TPA (TPA) | $113 | $147 | Compare fares → |
| Newark (EWR) | $115 | $168 | Compare fares → |
| BWI (BWI) | $124 | $126 | Compare fares → |
| DCA (DCA) | $127 | $177 | Compare fares → |
| FLL (FLL) | $128 | $181 | Compare fares → |
| New York JFK (JFK) | $131 | $181 | Compare fares → |
| LGA (LGA) | $135 | $218 | Compare fares → |
| AUS (AUS) | $150 | $154 | Compare fares → |
| DTW (DTW) | $153 | $192 | Compare fares → |
| ANC (ANC) | $236 | $250 | Compare fares → |
Round-trip fares are the lowest and average seen in recent Travelpayouts searches, updated 2026-08-24. Exact prices vary by date — each route page carries the live comparison.
Direct answer. Round-trip flights to Los Angeles start at around $23, the lowest recent fare on the Las Vegas–Los Angeles route. Across the 28 US departures with current fare data, average round-trips run $49–$250.
These figures come from recent Travelpayouts search data, not estimates. The spread between departure airports matters: the same week can price very differently from Las Vegas, PHX and San Francisco International, so it pays to compare more than one departure.
The maths to run. On the Las Vegas route, anything at $33 or under sits in the cheapest quarter of recent fares. Against the $53 route average that keeps $20 per round-trip in your pocket — $80 across four travelers.
Key fact: A round-trip to Los Angeles at $33 or less counts as a genuinely good deal — that's the cheapest 25% of recent fares on the Las Vegas route.
Direct answer. CompareFlights tracks 28 US departures for Los Angeles: Las Vegas, PHX, San Francisco International, Seattle-Tacoma, Denver, SAN, SLC, Houston Intercontinental, Dallas/Fort Worth, Chicago O'Hare, PHL, Washington Dulles, Miami International, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson, MSP, Orlando, Boston Logan, CLT, TPA, Newark, BWI, DCA, FLL, New York JFK, LGA, AUS, DTW and ANC. Each has its own fare page with the live comparison.
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Key fact: Las Vegas is currently the cheapest tracked US departure for Los Angeles, with round-trips from $23.
Direct answer. Book 6-10 weeks ahead, and aim for Mar–May, Sep–Nov if you want Los Angeles at its best — that window balances weather and crowds rather than chasing a mythical cheapest day.
Before you commit, the admin: Domestic travel — no visa or ESTA required for US citizens. Currency is US dollar (USD); English is the main language, with English widely understood in tourist areas.
Key fact: Best months to visit Los Angeles: Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Flight time from New York JFK: about 5h 22m.
Always confirm visa and entry requirements at travel.state.gov before booking.
From New York JFK (JFK), nonstop flights to Los Angeles take approximately 5h 22m. Total journey time depends on your departure airport, any connections, and seasonal headwinds.
CompareFlights tracks 28 US departures for Los Angeles: Las Vegas, PHX, San Francisco International, Seattle-Tacoma, Denver, SAN, SLC, Houston Intercontinental, Dallas/Fort Worth, Chicago O'Hare, PHL, Washington Dulles, Miami International, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson, MSP, Orlando, Boston Logan, CLT, TPA, Newark, BWI, DCA, FLL, New York JFK, LGA, AUS, DTW and ANC. Each departure has its own fare-comparison page with current prices.
Recent round-trip fares to Los Angeles start around $23 from Las Vegas, based on Travelpayouts search data. Anything at $33 or under sits in the cheapest quarter of recent fares.
Domestic travel — no visa or ESTA required for US citizens. Always check travel.state.gov for the latest entry requirements before booking.
The best months to visit Los Angeles are Mar–May, Sep–Nov, when conditions are most comfortable for sightseeing and weather is settled.
US dollar (USD) — most major hotels and restaurants in Los Angeles accept card payments, but cash is useful for smaller establishments and tipping.
English. English is widely understood in tourist areas, hotels, and major restaurants.
