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$160+ Cheap flights from California to Anchorage (ANC)

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LAX — ANC
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Anchorage

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Anchorage flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$270
(iWofly)

One-way from

$160
(Hawaiian Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$522

Good round-trip deal

$337 or less

Good one-way deal

$189 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Anchorage
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Anchorage. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This iWofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 iWofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/147:59 pmLAX - ANC
Nonstop5h 35mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/2111:44 pmANC - LAX
Nonstop5h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/31$270
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/227:59 pmLAX - ANC
Nonstop5h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 8/3111:44 pmANC - LAX
Nonstop5h 19mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/30$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/302:10 pmLAX - ANC
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Sat 8/3012:55 amANC - LAX
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Deal found 7/29$292
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 8/305:25 pmSFO - ANC
Nonstop4h 56mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/311:00 amANC - SFO
1 stop7h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$307
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/216:55 pmSFO - ANC
Nonstop4h 56mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/2411:45 pmANC - SFO
1 stop11h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$320
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Fri 8/291:45 pmSFO - ANC
1 stop7h 32mDelta
Sun 9/710:59 amANC - SFO
1 stop8h 07mDelta
Deal found 7/31$326
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:15 amSAN - ANC
1 stop9h 44mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 9/2710:45 pmANC - SAN
1 stop7h 32mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/30$330
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/215:25 pmSFO - ANC
Nonstop4h 56mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 8/235:00 amANC - SFO
1 stop6h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/29$332
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/202:39 pmLAX - ANC
1 stop9h 02mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/234:08 pmANC - LAX
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$333
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 9/69:00 amSAN - ANC
Nonstop5h 51mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/291:25 pmANC - SAN
1 stop8h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/193:50 pmLAS - ANC
1 stop8h 01mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/2211:45 pmANC - LAS
1 stop8h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$347
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 10/213:41 pmLAS - ANC
2 stops9h 46mAlaska Airlines
Fri 10/2412:08 pmANC - LAS
2 stops10h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$350

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Anchorage 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Anchorage that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Anchorage

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesAnchorage

LAX - ANC

LAXANC

Los Angeles

Sun 9/14

7:59 pm-12:34 am

Nonstop5h 35m

Anchorage

Sun 9/21

11:44 pm-6:03 am

Nonstop5h 19m

$270

Los AngelesAnchorage

LAX - ANC

LAXANC

Los Angeles

Fri 8/22

7:59 pm-12:34 am

Nonstop5h 35m

Anchorage

Sun 8/31

11:44 pm-6:03 am

Nonstop5h 19m

$273

Los AngelesAnchorage

LAX - ANC

LAXANC

Los Angeles

Sat 8/30

5:00 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Anchorage

Sun 8/31

6:00 am-3:12 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$292

Los AngelesAnchorage

LAX - ANC

LAXANC

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

4:20 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Anchorage

Tue 9/2

11:45 pm-2:57 pm

2 stops14h 12m

$304

San FranciscoAnchorage

SFO - ANC

SFOANC

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

5:25 pm-9:21 pm

Nonstop4h 56m

Anchorage

Wed 9/3

11:00 am-7:19 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$307

San FranciscoAnchorage

SFO - ANC

SFOANC

San Francisco

Thu 8/21

6:55 pm-10:51 pm

Nonstop4h 56m

Anchorage

Sun 8/24

11:45 pm-11:51 am

1 stop11h 06m

$320

San FranciscoAnchorage

SFO - ANC

SFOANC

San Francisco

Fri 8/29

1:45 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Anchorage

Sun 9/7

10:59 am-8:06 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$326

San FranciscoAnchorage

SFO - ANC

SFOANC

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

5:25 pm-9:21 pm

Nonstop4h 56m

Anchorage

Sat 9/6

11:55 am-11:40 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$327

San DiegoAnchorage

SAN - ANC

SANANC

San Diego

Thu 9/4

6:15 am-2:59 pm

1 stop9h 44m

Anchorage

Sat 9/27

10:45 pm-7:17 am

1 stop7h 32m

$330

San DiegoAnchorage

SAN - ANC

SANANC

San Diego

Sat 9/6

9:00 am-1:51 pm

Nonstop5h 51m

Anchorage

Mon 9/29

1:25 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$344

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Best time to book a flight from California to Anchorage

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Anchorage (average of $456). Flying from California to Anchorage in July is currently the most expensive (average of $645). 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 ANC?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Anchorage. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

When flying from California to Anchorage, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Anchorage

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Anchorage. 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 Anchorage. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines from California to Anchorage. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Anchorage from California?

    Anchorage (ANC) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from California to Anchorage. It is only a 4.4 mi journey from Anchorage (ANC) to Anchorage’s city center.

  • How popular is this California to Anchorage flight route?

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

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Hawaiian Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $160. American Airlines flights start at $169 while deals on Delta start at $170 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Anchorage?

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Anchorage, Los Angeles - Anchorage or San Jose - Anchorage when deciding on the best route from California to Anchorage.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Anchorage?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from California to Anchorage consider choosing Japan Airlines (88%), Qantas Airways (88%) or Delta (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Anchorage?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Anchorage is $139. On average you can expect to pay $362. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Anchorage), can usually be booked for $260.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Anchorage 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 Anchorage?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Anchorage (average of $456). Flying from California to Anchorage in July is currently the most expensive (average of $645). 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 Anchorage

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from California to Anchorage. 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$205Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$220Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$298Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$315Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$522Average$659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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