New York to Los Angeles flights – the most comfortable way to fly

4 airlines fly nonstop between New York and Los Angeles, about 63 flights a week. The flight takes 5h 30m and covers 3,941 km. The most comfortable economy seat is on Delta's Airbus A220-300. Lie-flat business class is available.

Flight time5h 30m
Distance3,941 km
Nonstop flights / week63

Most comfortable economy

Delta · Airbus A220-300
Economy · 2-3
6.5Comfortable
  • 31″ legroom
  • 18.6″ wide seat
  • Cabin altitude 7,500 ft
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power

Most comfortable business

JetBlue · Airbus A321neo
Business suite with door · 1-1
8.9Superb
  • Lie-flat bed (80″)
  • 22.0″ wide seat
  • Direct aisle access
  • Suite with door
  • Cabin altitude 8,000 ft
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power
  • Seat-back screen

Nonstop flights from New York to Los Angeles

FlightDepartsDurationAircraftEconomyBusinessDays
Delta DL4994
JFK → LAX
08:05 5h 30m A321neo
Narrow-body
5.3Okay 7.4Very comfortable MTWTFSS
Delta DL276
EWR → LAX
08:20 5h 30m 737-800
Narrow-body
3.8Cramped 7.4Very comfortable MTWTFSS
American Airlines AA6346
JFK → LAX
09:00 5h 30m 737 MAX 8
Narrow-body
4.5Okay 7.4Very comfortable MTWTFSS
United UA3046
EWR → LAX
09:10 5h 30m A321neo
Narrow-body
5.3Okay 7.4Very comfortable MTWTFSS
JetBlue B63473
JFK → LAX
10:05 5h 30m A321neo
Narrow-body
6.2Comfortable 8.9Superb MTWTFSS
Delta DL7190
JFK → LAX
15:50 5h 30m 737-800
Narrow-body
3.8Cramped 7.4Very comfortable MTWTFSS
Delta DL3735
EWR → LAX
16:05 5h 30m A220-300
Narrow-body
6.5Comfortable 7.4Very comfortable MTWTFSS
American Airlines AA5834
JFK → LAX
16:45 5h 30m A321neo
Narrow-body
5.3Okay 7.4Very comfortable MTWTFSS
United UA1452
EWR → LAX
16:55 5h 30m 737 MAX 8
Narrow-body
4.5Okay 7.4Very comfortable MTWTFSS

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from New York to Los Angeles?

A nonstop flight from New York to Los Angeles takes about 5 h 30 min and covers 3,941 km.

Which airlines fly nonstop from New York to Los Angeles?

American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, and United fly nonstop, with about 63 flights a week.

What is the most comfortable economy seat from New York to Los Angeles?

Delta on the Airbus A220-300: 2-3 layout, 31″ legroom and 18.6″ wide seats – comfort score 6.5/10 (comfortable).

Is there lie-flat business class from New York to Los Angeles?

Yes. The most comfortable is JetBlue's business suite with door on the Airbus A321neo (1-1), comfort score 8.9/10.

Can I fly with my dog from New York to Los Angeles?

Yes – American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, and United take small dogs in the cabin (usually up to 9 kg including the bag).

Is business class worth it from New York to Los Angeles?

Business is a private suite with a door and a lie-flat bed for about 469% more than economy on JetBlue – SkyBuddy's upgrade score: 2.9/10 (not worth it).

Which aircraft fly from New York to Los Angeles?

Airbus A321neo, Boeing 737-800, Boeing 737 MAX 8, and Airbus A220-300.

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