$85 Cheap Flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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Cheap Flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Los Angeles (EWR-LAX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $85 for one-way flights and $156 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Tue, Oct 28 - Thu, Oct 30
EWR
New York
LAX
Los Angeles
$156 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$156
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from New York to Los Angeles, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $156 found 12 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 20
EWR
New York
LAX
Los Angeles
$170 Roundtrip, just found
$170
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from New York to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $170 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, May 6 - Wed, May 28
EWR
New York
LAX
Los Angeles
$181 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$181
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 6 from New York to Los Angeles, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $181 found 8 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, May 27 - Sat, May 31
EWR
New York
LAX
Los Angeles
$184 Roundtrip, just found
$184
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 27 from New York to Los Angeles, returning Sat, May 31, priced at $184 just found
Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 28 - Sat, Aug 23
EWR
New York
LAX
Los Angeles
$186 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 28 from New York to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $186 found 12 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, May 6 - Fri, May 16
EWR
New York
LAX
Los Angeles
$187 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 6 from New York to Los Angeles, returning Fri, May 16, priced at $187 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 24 - Sat, May 31
EWR
New York
LAX
Los Angeles
$197 Roundtrip, just found
$197
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 24 from New York to Los Angeles, returning Sat, May 31, priced at $197 just found
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, May 27 - Tue, Jun 10
EWR
New York
LAX
Los Angeles
$237 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 27 from New York to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Jun 10, priced at $237 found 3 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Sat, May 24 - Wed, May 28
EWR
New York
LAX
Los Angeles
$237 Roundtrip, just found
$237
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, May 24 from New York to Los Angeles, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $237 just found
United
Sat, May 24 - Wed, May 28
EWR
New York
LAX
Los Angeles
$237 Roundtrip, just found
$237
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sat, May 24 from New York to Los Angeles, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $237 just found
Flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Origin airport
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$156
Distance
2447 mi

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Los Angeles Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Los Angeles

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Los Angeles are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Los Angeles with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Los Angeles

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Los Angeles: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Los Angeles

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Los Angeles in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $85 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Los Angeles flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) cost?
Snag cheap return tickets starting from $156 from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Spirit Airlines flight leaving EWR on May 21 2025 and touching down at LAX. The price was last updated on April 24 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from EWR to LAX?
The cheapest flights from EWR to LAX are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Select from 3 carriers that fly nonstop from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). Including:

  • United Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from EWR to LAX?
With tickets starting at $78 for a one-way journey from EWR to LAX, Spirit Airlines is currently the cheapest carrier operating this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from EWR on June 14 2025. Prices were last updated on April 24 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
With an average of 10 direct flights departing from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) every day, you’ll be jetting off in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
More passengers fly between EWR and LAX at 6 AM than at any other time. Prefer a quieter experience? Travel outside of rush hours and you’re likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from EWR to LAX?
Fly on a Friday if you’re looking for the largest selection of flights from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What is the earliest flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
The first flight of the day leaving Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) is at around 6:00AM UTC-5. Board this flight and you’ll reach Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) at approximately 9:20AM UTC-8. The total time in the air is 6h 20m.
How long does it take to fly from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
It takes about 6 hours and 14 minutes to travel the 2,500 mi from EWR to LAX.
What airline has the least delays from EWR to LAX?
JetBlue Airways has the best track record for on-time direct flights from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), with an on-time score of 81%. Use the Expedia App to check your flight schedule before you take off and get notified of any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Opt for a flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and cancellations. Departures after this time are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Los Angeles from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
You’ll touch down at Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) or John Wayne Airport (SNA) when you travel to Los Angeles on a direct flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from EWR to LAX are typically more expensive. To lock in the cheapest rates, start searching for flights as early as possible. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, you may score a cheap fare right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book an EWR to LAX flight and hotel package?
Booking an EWR to LAX flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip in one place. Pick from our impressive range of stays and then add flights, car rentals and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
In most cases, you can modify or cancel your EWR to LAX flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline’s fees and rules on flight changes, or if you want further information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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