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Delta Air Lines leads airline operations on the JFK-LAX corridor

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Delta Air Lines leads airline operations on the JFK-LAX corridor
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The New York to Los Angeles flight route is one of the busiest in the United States. It connects two major cities, with airlines generating significant revenue daily. This route is crucial in airline networks, with some earning over half a million dollars each day.

New York is served by several airports, including New York JFK Airport, while Los Angeles has Los Angeles International Airport. Traditionally, three airlines have operated between JFK and LAX: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and JetBlue. On May 1, 2025, Frontier Airlines will join this competition with a daily service, marking the entry of a fourth operator.

Recently, Delta Air Lines has emerged as the leading carrier on this route by offering the most flights and seats. "Delta maintains the largest number of flights and seats between JFK and LAX," as noted, with a fleet that includes the Airbus A330neo and Boeing 767. Most of Delta's flights are operated by the 767-300ER model, followed by the 767-400ER and the A330neo.

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Data from the US Department of Transportation for December showed that Delta flew over 1,580 passengers daily, surpassing JetBlue with 1,349 and American with 670. In that month, Delta had a 42.5% share of passengers. According to aviation analytics firm Cirium, Delta controls roughly 48% of seats on this route, scheduled to run 586 roundtrips in the current month, making it a leader among its competitors in both flight frequency and seat capacity.

American Airlines uses Airbus A321 aircraft with a premium focus, evidenced by its available 102-seats that include 10 in first class. JetBlue offers more passenger seats on its A321 aircraft configurations, from overall capacity.

Revenue-wise, Delta leads, generating over $715,000 daily revenue in December, followed by JetBlue at $467,433 and American at $374,721. Delta's yield is $0.172 per mile per passenger, placing it between JetBlue's $0.150 and American's $0.215.

Prices on this popular route show variation in average fares, with JetBlue providing the lowest fares at $370.26, Delta with mid-range fares at $426, and American at the high-end with $533.07. The premium segment shows American average fares for the top tier at $2,089, ahead of Delta and JetBlue.

The corridor remains a strong route connecting the east and west coasts, backed by high demand for premium products, alongside other carriers offering services from nearby airports such as Newark Liberty International.

As travel options expand with Frontier Airlines entering, passengers will find variable offerings in price and onboard experience. Each carrier provides unique aspects, like Delta's premium economy options and American’s first class seating, along with additional considerations like airport lounges that influence passenger decisions.

As travel continues to adapt, the LAX to JFK route will maintain its relevance as a critical link within the US flight network.

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