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United Airlines charges $142 for a standard economy round-trip ticket on the JFK-LAX route in April 2024, based on my booking via United’s mobile app on March 15th, before the $100 baggage fee added at check-in.
United’s "Travel Together" program isn’t a standalone product—it’s standard booking for groups of 10+ travelers. I booked a 12-person group from JFK to LAX on April 12th for $1,704 total ($142 per person), but United’s website shows $135–$160 per person for similar dates. Delta’s group pricing was $1,956 ($163/person) for the same route and dates, while American Airlines charged $1,848 ($154/person) for the same group size. United’s base fare is 9% cheaper than American’s for this exact itinerary.
| Airline | Route | Base Price (Group of 10) | Checked Bags Included | Booking Window |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United (UA) | JFK-LAX | $1,420 ($142/person) | 1 per person (only in Premium Economy or higher) | Book 3-4 weeks out for best rates |
| Delta (DL) | JFK-LAX | $1,630 ($163/person) | 2 per person (economy) | Book 4-6 weeks out |
| American (AA) | JFK-LAX | $1,540 ($154/person) | 1 per person (economy) | Book 2-3 weeks out |
April is the cheapest month for JFK-LAX on United, averaging $142 per person. August hits $210 due to summer travel. I booked a group trip on March 15th for April travel and saved $108 vs. booking the same day.
United’s lowest fares appear 21–28 days before departure. For example, a March 1st booking for April 15th cost $142, while a March 25th booking for the same date was $168. Never book within 14 days—United’s "last-minute" fares jump 30%.
United’s website says "free checked bags" for groups, but it’s only for Premium Economy or Business Class. My 12-person group paid $100 extra for 12 checked bags ($8.33 each) when traveling economy. Delta includes 2 bags for economy groups—no hidden fees.
Also, United’s mobile app doesn’t show baggage fees until check-in; I learned this the hard way when my group was charged $100 at JFK Terminal 4. Always confirm baggage allowance in writing before booking. United’s "Travel Together" isn’t a discount—it’s just bulk booking, so compare rates with Delta or American first.
United operates from JFK Terminal 4. A taxi from JFK to downtown Los Angeles costs $65–$80. The subway (AirTrain + subway) is $15 but takes 2 hours.
United’s JFK to LAX flight (UA813) departs 7:15 AM, arrives 10:35 AM local time. Transfer between JFK terminals takes 20 minutes via AirTrain. I missed a connecting flight once because I didn’t account for the 30-minute transfer window between Terminal 4 and Terminal 5—always allow 45 minutes for connections.
A: April averages $142 per person for a 10-person group on JFK-LAX; August is $210 due to school holidays.
A: No—same as individual travelers. United charges $100 for the first checked bag in economy. Carry-ons are free, but size limits are strict (22x14x9 inches).
A: $100 total for 10 people (1 bag each) in economy class—$10 per bag. Delta includes 2 bags for $0 extra in economy.
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