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$190+ Cheap flights from California to Anchorage (ANC)

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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ANC
Sep 1 — Sep 81
Tue 9/1
Tue 9/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Anchorage

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 August 2, 2026.

This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/196:20 pm
LAS
-
ANC
Nonstop5h 25m
Southwest
Thu 8/2711:55 pm
ANC
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29$373
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/184:33 pm
LAS
-
ANC
Nonstop5h 26m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 8/2911:06 pm
ANC
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$375
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/36:20 pm
LAS
-
ANC
Nonstop5h 25m
Southwest
Sun 9/611:55 pm
ANC
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 8/1$377
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/286:12 pm
LAS
-
ANC
1 stop17h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 8/2911:06 pm
ANC
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$381
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/198:02 am
LAS
-
ANC
1 stop16h 37m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 8/2611:06 pm
ANC
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$383
This Booking.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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/244:52 pm
LAS
-
ANC
Nonstop5h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 8/2811:41 am
ANC
-
LAS
1 stop26h 33m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$384
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/266:20 pm
LAS
-
ANC
Nonstop5h 25m
Southwest
Wed 9/211:55 pm
ANC
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29$385
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/44:52 pm
LAS
-
ANC
Nonstop5h 33m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/711:06 pm
ANC
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 8/2$386
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 9/17:15 am
SAN
-
ANC
1 stop7h 58m
United Airlines
Tue 9/18:00 pm
ANC
-
SAN
1 stop14h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/29$387
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/310:30 am
LAS
-
ANC
1 stop10h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 9/611:06 pm
ANC
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$387
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1710:59 am
LAS
-
ANC
1 stop10h 16m
Delta
Thu 9/171:32 am
ANC
-
LAS
1 stop16h 54m
Delta
Deal found 7/30$389
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.
Tue 9/82:10 pm
LAS
-
ANC
1 stop7h 05m
Delta
Wed 9/98:00 am
ANC
-
LAS
1 stop13h 37m
Delta
Deal found 7/29$391

Find flight deals from California to Anchorage

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Anchorage flight deals. Data was last updated August 2, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$369
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$190
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$478

Good round-trip deal

$457 or less

Good one-way deal

$229 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($84 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 August 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Anchorage that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

FresnoAnchorage

FAT - ANC

FATANC

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 9/22

7:00 am-2:18 pm

1 stop8h 18m

Anchorage

Tue 9/22

1:59 am-3:21 pm

1 stop12h 22m

$391

Las VegasAnchorage

LAS - ANC

LASANC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 8/20

11:00 am-11:55 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Anchorage

Mon 8/24

2:22 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$393

Las VegasAnchorage

LAS - ANC

LASANC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 8/18

6:02 am-11:08 pm

1 stop18h 06m

Anchorage

Mon 8/24

1:29 am-10:47 am

1 stop8h 18m

$393

Las VegasAnchorage

LAS - ANC

LASANC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/1

5:02 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Anchorage

Thu 9/10

11:51 am-10:37 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$393

Los AngelesAnchorage

LAX - ANC

LAXANC

Los Angeles

Tue 9/1

2:15 pm-11:39 pm

2 stops10h 24m

Anchorage

Wed 9/2

5:07 am-2:37 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$396

Las VegasAnchorage

LAS - ANC

LASANC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 9/25

6:05 am-12:27 am

1 stop19h 22m

Anchorage

Sun 9/27

2:28 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$397
Quickest round-trip

Las VegasAnchorage

LAS - ANC

LASANC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 10/9

6:02 am-1:36 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Anchorage

Mon 10/12

9:02 am-5:11 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$397

FresnoAnchorage

FAT - ANC

FATANC

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 12/3

2:30 pm-2:11 am

1 stop12h 41m

Anchorage

Tue 12/8

1:27 am-1:53 pm

1 stop11h 26m

$397

San DiegoAnchorage

SAN - ANC

SANANC

San Diego

Thu 9/17

6:17 am-2:13 pm

1 stop8h 56m

Anchorage

Wed 9/23

11:47 pm-11:35 am

2 stops10h 48m

$400

Los AngelesAnchorage

LAX - ANC

LAXANC

Los Angeles

Wed 8/19

2:29 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Anchorage

Wed 8/26

11:09 pm-12:01 pm

2 stops11h 52m

$400

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Best time to book a flight from California to Anchorage

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Anchorage from California with our price prediction graph.
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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Anchorage (average of $388). Flying from California to Anchorage in July is currently the most expensive (average of $589). 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 August 2, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from California to Anchorage in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
California to Anchorage flights typically cost between $371 and $580 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $396 on Alaska Airlines (Sep 1-Sep 1).

How far ahead should I book a flight from California to Anchorage?

Booking 24 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from California to Anchorage. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Anchorage?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Anchorage. Price data was last updated on August 1, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Anchorage flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

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

  • 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 9 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 Anchorage?

    A quick flight from California to Anchorage can take about 8h 18m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $391. The distance from California to Anchorage is about 2134 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $103. Alaska Airlines flights start at $158 while deals on United Airlines start at $189 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Anchorage, Los Angeles - Anchorage or Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - 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 Condor (92%), Qatar Airways (92%) or Air Tahiti Nui (90%) 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 $209. On average you can expect to pay $452. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Anchorage), can usually be booked for $417.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Anchorage (average of $388). Flying from California to Anchorage in July is currently the most expensive (average of $589). 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 August 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$177Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$229Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$276Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$456Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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