3,970 km · ~6h westbound
New York JFK (JFK) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Transcontinental flagship route. American and Delta operate premium widebody-style cabins. JetBlue Mint and Delta One are competitive lie-flat options for a domestic flight.
Last updated 2026-05-01
Key facts
- Origin
- New York JFK (JFK)
- Destination
- Los Angeles (LAX)
- Distance
- 3,970 km
- Flight time
- ~6h westbound
- Airlines
- American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, United
- Aircraft types
- Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A321T
- Last updated
- 2026-05-01
Aircraft typically flying this route
American Airlines — Boeing 777-300ER
Share: Premium AA frequencies · Cabin: Flagship First + Flagship Business
American Airlines — Airbus A321T
Share: Most AA frequencies · Cabin: A321T Flagship Business + Flagship First
Best business class on this route
AA A321T Flagship First is the only true international-style first class on a US domestic.
Common flight numbers
Frequently asked questions
What plane flies from JFK to LAX?
The New York JFK–Los Angeles route is operated on Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A321T by American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, United.
How long is the flight from New York JFK to Los Angeles?
New York JFK to Los Angeles is 3,970 km and takes approximately ~6h westbound.
Which airlines fly JFK to LAX?
American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, United operate scheduled flights from New York JFK to Los Angeles.
What is the best business class from JFK to LAX?
AA A321T Flagship First is the only true international-style first class on a US domestic.