New York to Los Angeles Flight Time & Schedules

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What Is the Flight Duration from New York to Los Angeles?

A nonstop flight from New York to Los Angeles usually takes about 5 hours 45 minutes to 6 hours 40 minutes. The exact duration can vary based on the departure airport, airline schedule, weather, air traffic and wind direction.

Flights with one connection generally take around 8 to 12 hours. Longer layovers, busy airports or less direct routes may add more time to the journey.

When comparing flights, consider the departure airport, total travel time and arrival location. LAX has the largest number of services, while Burbank and John Wayne Airport may offer easier access to certain areas of Southern California.

Approximate Flight Duration from New York to Los Angeles

Nonstop journeys from New York to the Los Angeles area normally take between 5 hours 45 minutes and 6 hours 40 minutes. Weather conditions, airline timetables and wind patterns can affect the final duration.

A direct flight from JFK to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) generally lasts around 5 hours 48 minutes to 6 hours 36 minutes. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and JetBlue Airways operate nonstop services on this route.

A nonstop flight from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to LAX usually takes approximately 5 hours 40 minutes to 6 hours 20 minutes. United Airlines provides regular direct services, while other airline options may depend on the season and travel date.

Nonstop services between LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are generally limited or unavailable. Most itineraries include at least one stop, with total travel times commonly ranging from 8 to 12 hours or longer, depending on the connection.

Flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) can take approximately 6 hours 8 minutes to 6 hours 29 minutes when operated nonstop. JetBlue Airways may serve this route, although flight availability and schedules can vary.

Nonstop flights from JFK to John Wayne Airport (SNA) generally take around 5 hours 52 minutes to 6 hours 36 minutes. American Airlines and Delta Air Lines operate direct services between these airports.

A nonstop flight from Newark to John Wayne Airport takes approximately 5 hours 49 minutes. United Airlines operates direct services on the EWR–SNA route.

New York–Los Angeles Travel Time by Airport

Arrival Airport	Route Code	Estimated Journey Time
Los Angeles International Airport	JFK–LAX	Around 5 hrs 48 mins–6 hrs 40 mins nonstop
Los Angeles International Airport	EWR–LAX	Around 5 hrs 40 mins–6 hrs 20 mins nonstop
Los Angeles International Airport	LGA–LAX	Around 8–12+ hrs with one stop
Hollywood Burbank Airport	JFK–BUR	Around 6 hrs 8 mins–6 hrs 29 mins nonstop
John Wayne Airport	JFK–SNA	Around 5 hrs 52 mins–6 hrs 36 mins nonstop
John Wayne Airport	EWR–SNA	Approximately 5 hrs 49 mins on a nonstop service

Airlines Operating from New York to Los Angeles

American Airlines

Delta Air Lines

JetBlue Airways

United Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Time Difference Between New York and Los Angeles

Los Angeles is normally three hours behind New York. When it is 8:00 AM in New York, the local time in Los Angeles is 5:00 AM.

Most flights arrive in Los Angeles on the same date they leave New York. Departure times are listed in New York local time, while arrival times follow the local clock in Los Angeles.

New York and Morocco Time Difference

Morocco is generally 5 hours ahead of New York when New York is observing Eastern Daylight Time and Morocco is on UTC+1.

For example:

12:00 PM in New York = 5:00 PM in Morocco

Morocco has a distinctive clock schedule because it temporarily moves back one hour during Ramadan. In 2026, Morocco's clock is scheduled to move from UTC+1 to UTC on September 20, although future dates can be subject to change.

This means the time difference should be checked for the exact travel date, particularly around Ramadan and the United States' daylight-saving changes.

FAQs About New York to Los Angeles Flight Duration

What is the usual duration of a nonstop flight from New York to Los Angeles?

A direct journey generally takes around 5 hours 45 minutes to 6 hours 40 minutes. The exact time may vary because of weather, winds, air traffic and the airport route.