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$119+ Cheap flights from California to Alaska

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ANC
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Alaska

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Alaska flight deals. Data was last updated August 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$236
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$119
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$386

Good round-trip deal

$298 or less

Good one-way deal

$150 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Alaska
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Alaska. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 20, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/245:25 pmSFO - FAI
1 stop16h 35mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/282:08 amFAI - SFO
1 stop7h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/18$236
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/44:44 pmSFO - FAI
1 stop9h 06mDelta
Tue 10/71:45 amFAI - SFO
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Deal found 8/19$237
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/148:20 amSFO - FAI
1 stop7h 36mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/189:00 amFAI - SFO
2 stops12h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/19$241
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/41:30 pmSFO - FAI
2 stops12h 20mDelta
Fri 10/101:45 amFAI - SFO
1 stop16h 20mDelta
Deal found 8/19$242
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/168:55 amSFO - FAI
2 stops16h 55mDelta
Mon 9/221:50 amFAI - SFO
2 stops14h 28mDelta
Deal found 8/19$248
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/27:47 pmONT - ANC
1 stop8h 00mAlaska Airlines
Fri 10/31:25 pmANC - ONT
1 stop9h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/19$250
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/165:15 pmLAX - FAI
1 stop10h 20mAlaska Airlines
Fri 10/176:00 amFAI - LAX
1 stop10h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/20$252
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/257:59 pmLAX - FAI
1 stop14h 01mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/289:53 pmFAI - LAX
1 stop7h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/20$254
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1712:00 pmLAX - FAI
1 stop10h 21mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/189:00 amFAI - LAX
2 stops12h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/20$255
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/117:40 pmONT - ANC
1 stop8h 07mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/141:59 amANC - ONT
1 stop7h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/18$256
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/175:36 pmLAX - FAI
1 stop10h 09mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/229:53 pmFAI - LAX
1 stop7h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/19$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/111:30 pmSJC - ANC
1 stop13h 06mDelta
Sun 9/1412:55 amANC - SJC
1 stop8h 58mDelta
Deal found 8/20$256

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Alaska that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Alaska that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Alaska

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Thu 9/25

5:25 pm-9:00 am

1 stop16h 35m

Fairbanks

Mon 9/29

3:59 pm-12:04 am

1 stop7h 05m

$236

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Wed 9/24

5:25 pm-9:00 am

1 stop16h 35m

Fairbanks

Sun 9/28

2:08 am-10:32 am

1 stop7h 24m

$236

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

5:25 pm-9:00 am

1 stop16h 35m

Fairbanks

Fri 9/26

3:59 pm-12:04 am

1 stop7h 05m

$236

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Mon 10/20

4:45 pm-12:40 am

1 stop8h 55m

Fairbanks

Wed 10/22

1:45 am-9:55 am

1 stop7h 10m

$237

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Tue 10/7

10:30 am-12:40 am

1 stop15h 10m

Fairbanks

Sat 10/11

1:50 am-9:55 am

1 stop7h 05m

$237

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Wed 9/24

4:44 pm-12:50 am

1 stop9h 06m

Fairbanks

Mon 9/29

3:05 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$237

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Sun 10/5

4:44 pm-12:50 am

1 stop9h 06m

Fairbanks

Wed 10/8

1:45 am-9:55 am

1 stop7h 10m

$237

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Sat 10/4

8:58 pm-2:08 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Fairbanks

Sun 10/5

1:45 am-11:14 pm

2 stops20h 29m

$237

OntarioAnchorage

ONT - ANC

ONTANC

Ontario

Thu 10/2

7:47 pm-2:47 am

1 stop8h 00m

Anchorage

Fri 10/3

1:25 pm-12:03 am

1 stop9h 38m

$250

Los AngelesFairbanks

LAX - FAI

LAXFAI

Los Angeles

Thu 10/16

5:15 pm-2:35 am

1 stop10h 20m

Fairbanks

Fri 10/17

6:00 am-5:01 pm

1 stop10h 01m

$252

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Best time to book a flight from California to Alaska

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Alaska

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Alaska?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Alaska (average of $456). Flying from California to Alaska in July is currently the most expensive (average of $643). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to AK?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Alaska. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Alaska as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Alaska?

Reviews of airlines servicing Alaska

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Alaska. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Alaska. Reviews last updated August 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines from California to Alaska by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,668 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,928 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Alaska. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this California to Alaska flight route?

    The California to Alaska flight path was viewed by 11 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to Alaska?

    Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines can get you from California to Alaska in just under 5h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 05m. There are 2299 mi between California and Alaska. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Alaska one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $119 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $119 and American Airlines from $129 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Alaska that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Alaska flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Alaska?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Alaska.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Alaska?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Alaska by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Alaska?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Alaska (average of $456). Flying from California to Alaska in July is currently the most expensive (average of $643). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from California to Alaska

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from California to Alaska. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$201Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$220Average$570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$298Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$312Average$634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$435Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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