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Ticket Prices and Trends of Flights from NYC to LA

July is the most expensive month to fly from New York to Los Angeles, while January is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Los Angeles.

Earliest and Latest Flights from NYC to LA

The earliest flight departs at New York's JFK airport at 05:45 and lands in Los Angeles at 09:00. The latest flight departs from New York JFK at 21:30 and arrives in LA at 00:59AM.

Flight Time from NYC to LA

Direct flights from New York to Los Angeles take approximately 6 hours and 13 minutes.

Airports in Los Angeles

If your destination is Los Angeles, you're likely to land in one of the five airports that serve the Los Angeles area: Los Angeles International (LAX), Ontario International Airport (ONT), John Wayne Airport (SNA), Long Beach Airport (LGB), and the Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR).

How to Get to Downtown Los Angeles from LAX International

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the biggest airport serving the Greater Los Angeles area. It is located about 18 miles (28.9 km) southwest of downtown LA to downtown LA.
There are many ways to get you from LAX to Los Angeles. Whether you're going for the main downtown attractions, or are looking to explore the Greater Los Angeles County, LAX offers an array of ground transportation options.

Taxi. There is no shortage of taxis at LAX. If you're exiting from or near Terminal 1, proceed to the LAX-it lot on foot or take the free LAX-it shuttle located outside the baggage claim by the Lower/Arrivals Level. You won't miss the green LAX-it signs! If you're exiting from Terminal 3 or Terminal B (Tom Bradley International), you'll find the taxis inside Parking Structure 3. Exiting from Terminal 7 or 8? Head over to the far end of Terminal 7 - the taxis are right outside of baggage claim.

Ride-App Services. There are three authorized ride apps servicing the LAX. All ride-app pickups are located at the LAX-it lot right next to Terminal 1.

Rental Car. There are plenty of rental car companies that service the LAX, but they are at a different location away from the terminals. If your rental car offers authorized pickup at the terminal, proceed to the Lower/Arrivals exit outside of baggage claim and look for the area marked with the purple Rental Car Shuttles sign. The shuttles will take you to the rental car lot. If your car rental company operates a Remote Rental Car Depot Service, you'll need to look for the pink LAX Shuttles located just outside the Lower/Arrivals exit and board the "Metro Connector" shuttle.

LAX FlyAway Bus. If you have time to spare, public transport is also a viable option of getting from LAX to Los Angeles. LAX FlyAway buses operate regular trips between the LAX terminal and Union Station (to Downtown LA) and Van Nuys Station (to San Fernando Valley). They are located in front of the Lower/Arrivals exits, with the easy-to-spot blue FlyAway columns. One-way tickets for each of the stations cost $9.75. Click here to buy your LAX FlyAway Bus tickets, or here to find out more about the FlyAway bus schedules.

Metro Rail. Taking the LA Metro is one of the cheapest options of getting from LAX in Los Angeles, with fares costing only $1.75 per way. Although the buses don't directly stop at the airport, LAX offers free shuttle transfers to the Aviation/LAX Station. You'll find the shuttles at the Lower/Arrival Level islands. Look for the pink LAX Shuttle sign and take the "Metro C Line (Green)" shuttle. The shuttle service is free for passengers who can provide proof of transit. Do note, however, that the shuttle and the LA Metro only operate from 04:00 until 1AM.

Best Tourist Season of Los Angeles

With its generally pleasant year-round weather, close proximity to the beach, abundance of outdoor attractions, and Hollywood connection, it's no surprise that Los Angeles is popular with tourists. While the tourist numbers swell in the summertime, the months of March to May, and the period between September and November prove to be the most ideal season to explore the tourist destinations in Los Angeles.
The average temperatures during these periods range between 63°F (17.2°C) and 81°F (27.2°C). And because it's not peak tourist season, this means that the popular attractions and tourist destinations in Los Angeles are less congested. Traveling to Los Angeles during these months also means there are fewer cars on the street, which also means there is less smog to deal with.

Destination Los Angeles: Recommended Attractions in Los Angeles

There is never a shortage of attractions in Los Angeles. Here are the ones that should be on your itinerary:

Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)
5905 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036

It's no surprise that the largest art museum in the west coast is also a top attraction and tourist destination in Los Angeles. The Los Angeles County Museum of Art or the LACMA houses more than 150,000 works. Its collection includes works by Wassily Kandinsky, Joan Miró, and Pablo Picasso, as well as ancient Greek, Roman, and Etruscan art, to name a few.

The Original Los Angeles Farmers Market
6333 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90036

Explore Los Angeles and its diversity of flavors at the iconic Original Los Angeles Farmers Market in Fairfax District! The year-round farmer's market features both the best of Los Angeles' heritage, with some stores dating all the way back from the 30s. If you have a sweet tooth, make sure to try Littlejohn's Candies and try out their hand-crafted sweets that they've been churning out since 1946.

The Broad Museum
221 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012

The Broad Museum, locally known as "The Broad", is one of the latest additions to the roster of top tourist destinations in Los Angeles. Opened in 2015, the iconic honeycomb building on Grand Avenue in Downtown LA is impossible to miss. The Broad houses nearly 2,000 pieces of contemporary art, with works including those of Andy Warhol, Jeff Koons, and Cindy Sherman.

Shopping at The Grove
189 The Grove Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90036

No trip to Los Angeles is ever complete without a shopping trip to The Grove. The Grove is an icon and as rightful a tourist destination in Los Angeles as any other. This shopping mall offers some of the best in in retail and dining that LA has to offer. Aside from shopping and dining, one of the highlights of The Grove is the central park and musical fountain.
The Grove is located right across from the Farmers Market, another staple destination in Los Angeles, accessible to each other via an internal transit system where you can take the electric-powered trolley cars to get from one to the other.

Hollywood Walk of Fame
Hollywood Boulevard, Vine St, Los Angeles, CA 90028

The Hollywood Walk of Fame is the quintessential tourist destination in Los Angeles. The over 2,500 stars that line the sidewalks of Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street, covering a total of 2.1 kms (1.3 miles), embody the star appeal of Los Angeles. Make sure to check out the Walk of Fame star directory so you don’t miss out on your favorites!

Universal Studios Hollywood
100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608

Another staple tourist destination in Los Angeles is the Universal Studios Hollywood. Universal is both a working film studio and theme park located in Los Angeles county's San Fernando Valley. Among the highlights of Universal Studios Hollywood is the Wizarding World of Harry Potter that brings the magic of Hogwarts to reality. But if you're here for the true Hollywood experience, make sure to sign up for a studio tour to get a behind-the-scenes look at some of the most popular shows and films in history.