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$48+ Cheap flights from Alabama to California

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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — LAX
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Alabama to California

Cheapest flights from Alabama to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Alabama to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:59 pmATL - LAX
1 stop19h 17mFrontier
Tue 1/63:14 pmLAX - ATL
1 stop16h 53mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$141
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/309:15 pmATL - LAS
1 stop25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/611:16 amLAS - ATL
Nonstop3h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$165
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:15 pmATL - LAS
1 stop25h 40mFrontier
Tue 1/610:20 pmLAS - ATL
1 stop29h 47mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$166
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/317:59 pmATL - LAS
Nonstop4h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1011:51 amLAS - ATL
1 stop8h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/309:15 pmATL - LAS
1 stop25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/911:51 amLAS - ATL
1 stop8h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/312:29 pmATL - LAS
1 stop9h 16mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/1011:51 amLAS - ATL
1 stop8h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sun 12/147:00 amATL - LAS
Nonstop4h 38mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/2410:01 pmLAS - ATL
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$176
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/147:00 amATL - LAS
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Wed 12/1711:00 pmLAS - ATL
1 stop11h 28mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$181
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/168:41 amATL - LAS
1 stop29h 00mFrontier
Wed 12/1711:00 pmLAS - ATL
1 stop11h 28mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$182
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/247:00 amATL - LAX
1 stop27h 42mFrontier
Mon 1/511:59 pmLAX - ATL
1 stop28h 08mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/317:59 pmATL - LAS
Nonstop4h 53mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/911:51 amLAS - ATL
1 stop8h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$183
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/247:00 amATL - LAX
1 stop20h 30mFrontier
Sun 1/411:59 pmLAX - ATL
1 stop28h 14mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$184

Find flight deals from Alabama to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Alabama to California flight deals. Data was last updated December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$112
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$48
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$580
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($59 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Alabama to California 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Alabama to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Alabama

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AtlantaBurbank

ATL - BUR

ATLBUR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 2/19

8:50 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop25h 51m

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 2/23

8:51 pm-2:28 pm

1 stop14h 37m

$166

AtlantaLos Angeles

ATL - LAX

ATLLAX

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 2/13

9:17 am-6:38 pm

1 stop12h 21m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/24

3:57 pm-7:02 am

1 stop12h 05m

$170

AtlantaLos Angeles

ATL - LAX

ATLLAX

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 1/16

10:33 am-12:53 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/19

8:32 pm-12:36 pm

1 stop13h 04m

$170

AtlantaOntario

ATL - ONT

ATLONT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 4/8

6:00 am-3:46 pm

1 stop12h 46m

Ontario

Mon 4/13

6:00 am-7:47 pm

1 stop10h 47m

$182

AtlantaSanta Ana

ATL - SNA

ATLSNA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 1/17

5:34 am-8:57 pm

2 stops18h 23m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/20

4:37 pm-2:20 pm

3 stops18h 43m

$184

AtlantaSacramento

ATL - SMF

ATLSMF

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 1/10

4:44 pm-9:42 am

1 stop19h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/19

11:45 am-12:36 pm

1 stop21h 51m

$185

AtlantaSanta Ana

ATL - SNA

ATLSNA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 1/17

10:42 am-10:43 am

1 stop27h 01m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/20

4:37 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops28h 07m

$190

AtlantaOntario

ATL - ONT

ATLONT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 1/9

9:15 pm-2:26 pm

2 stops20h 11m

Ontario

Sat 1/31

7:15 am-11:11 am

1 stop24h 56m

$193

AtlantaLos Angeles

ATL - LAX

ATLLAX

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 12/23

8:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop7h 00m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/10

7:00 am-11:07 am

1 stop25h 07m

$198

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 2/18

6:50 am-12:20 pm

1 stop8h 30m

San Diego

Sat 2/21

6:20 am-3:20 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$199

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Best time to book a flight from Alabama to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Alabama with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Alabama to California

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to California (average of $82). Flying from Alabama to California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $288). 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 AL to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Alabama to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Alabama to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Alabama to California. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta from Alabama to California have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,094 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Alabama to California?

    A quick flight from Alabama to California can take about 8h 30m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $199. Airlines will cover a distance of 1887 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $98. However, be on the lookout for offers from Breeze Airways and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Alabama to California for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to California (average of $82). Flying from Alabama to California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $288). 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 6 airlines flying from Alabama to California

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Alabama to California. 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$143Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$266Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$304Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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