New York to California Flight Duration

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What is the flight duration from New York to California?
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Average flight time is 6 hours 5 minutes

The fastest flight time from New York to California is 6 hours 5 minutes

New York to California flight duration breakdown

Average flight duration 6 hours 5 minutes
Shortest flight duration Not available
Longest flight duration Not available
The average flight time from New York to California is 6 hours 5 minutes. However, the duration of flights can differ depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air. This means individual flight times can be quicker, but on occasion, they can also be longer.

The distance from New York to California is 2,435 miles / 3,919 km

New York airports

New York has 3 airports: New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), New York Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

If you don't fancy flying from New York there are a number of airports nearby that fly to California: White Plains Westchester County Airport (HPN), Islip Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP), Trenton Mercer Airport (TTN), Allentown Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).

California airports

There are a number of airports nearby that fly to New York: Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT), San Jose International Airport (SJC), Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), Oakland International Airport (OAK), San Francisco International Airport (SFO), Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR).

We found some additional routes that may be of interest to you: New Jersey to California and Connecticut to California.

New York & California local times and timezones

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New York, United States is 3 hours ahead of California, United States

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New York to California FAQs

How long does it take to fly from New York to California?

On average, the flight time from New York to California is 6 hours 5 minutes. But remember, flight times can vary slightly depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air.

This means that your flight from New York to California could be longer or shorter than the average flight time.
What is the distance between New York and California?

The distance between New York and California is 2,435 miles or 3,919 km.
What is the shortest flight duration from New York to California?

The shortest flight time from New York to California is 6 hours 5 minutes. However, flight times can vary depending on weather conditions, air congestion and flight path, so this time is never guaranteed.
Can I fly from New York to California?

The average flight time from New York to California is 6 hours 5 minutes. Nearby airports to consider flying from include: New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), New York Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Check ticket prices and review carrier requirements carefully before booking your trip.
What is the timezone difference between New York and California?

The time zone difference between New York and California is 3 hours.