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$46+ 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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — LAX
may. 6 — may. 131
mar. 5/6
mar. 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Alabama to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Alabama to California flight deals. Data was last updated mayo 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$127
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$46
(Expedia)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$469

Good round-trip deal

$249 or less
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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 mayo 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 5/215:52 pmATL - SJC
1 stop8h 37mSpirit Airlines
mar. 5/274:28 pmSJC - ATL
1 stop10h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$128
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 5/285:52 pmATL - BUR
1 stop7h 06mSpirit Airlines
mié. 6/48:36 pmBUR - ATL
1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$128
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/49:15 amATL - LAX
1 stop17h 11mSpirit Airlines
mar. 6/1011:10 pmLAX - ATL
Nonstop4h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$129
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
mar. 5/1310:40 amATL - LAX
1 stop10h 03mMultiple Airlines
mar. 5/2012:37 pmLAX - ATL
Nonstop4h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$130
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/247:35 pmATL - LAX
Nonstop4h 54mFrontier
vie. 6/61:02 pmLAX - ATL
Nonstop4h 43mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
mar. 5/1311:04 amATL - LAS
1 stop7h 32mSpirit Airlines
jue. 5/152:24 pmLAS - ATL
Nonstop4h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$144
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 7/510:30 amATL - LAS
Nonstop4h 23mFrontier
mar. 7/1512:58 pmLAS - ATL
Nonstop4h 23mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$146
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/155:52 pmATL - LAS
Nonstop4h 19mMultiple Airlines
mar. 5/2011:58 pmLAS - ATL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$148
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vie. 5/165:52 pmATL - OAK
1 stop7h 33mSpirit Airlines
mié. 5/2111:51 amOAK - ATL
1 stop15h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$165
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/178:02 pmATL - SFO
Nonstop5h 20mFrontier
sáb. 5/2410:19 pmSFO - ATL
Nonstop4h 54mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$173
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
mié. 5/78:54 pmATL - SJC
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
mié. 5/214:28 pmSJC - ATL
1 stop10h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$175
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dom. 5/187:15 amATL - BUR
1 stop7h 01mMultiple Airlines
mar. 5/2712:05 pmBUR - ATL
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$199

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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 mayo 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Alabama to California that are best for you.

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Alabama

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AtlantaSan Jose

ATL - SJC

ATLSJC

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mié. 5/21

5:52 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop8h 37m

San Jose

mar. 5/27

4:28 pm-6:00 am

1 stop10h 32m

$128

AtlantaBurbank

ATL - BUR

ATLBUR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mié. 5/28

5:52 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Burbank Bob Hope

mié. 6/4

8:36 pm-6:00 am

1 stop6h 24m

$128

AtlantaLos Angeles

ATL - LAX

ATLLAX

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mié. 6/4

9:15 am-11:26 pm

1 stop17h 11m

Los Angeles

mar. 6/10

11:10 pm-6:33 am

Nonstop4h 23m

$129

AtlantaLos Angeles

ATL - LAX

ATLLAX

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mar. 5/13

10:40 am-5:43 pm

1 stop10h 03m

Los Angeles

mar. 5/20

12:37 pm-7:59 pm

Nonstop4h 22m

$130

AtlantaLos Angeles

ATL - LAX

ATLLAX

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

sáb. 5/31

7:35 pm-9:29 pm

Nonstop4h 54m

Los Angeles

vie. 6/20

9:28 pm-5:07 am

Nonstop4h 39m

$138

AtlantaLas Vegas

ATL - LAS

ATLLAS

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mar. 5/13

11:04 am-3:36 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 5/15

2:24 pm-9:26 pm

Nonstop4h 02m

$144

AtlantaLas Vegas

ATL - LAS

ATLLAS

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

sáb. 7/5

10:30 am-11:53 am

Nonstop4h 23m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 7/15

12:58 pm-8:21 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

$146

AtlantaLas Vegas

ATL - LAS

ATLLAS

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

jue. 5/15

5:52 pm-7:11 pm

Nonstop4h 19m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 5/20

11:58 pm-7:08 am

Nonstop4h 10m

$148

AtlantaOakland

ATL - OAK

ATLOAK

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

vie. 5/16

5:52 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Oakland

mié. 5/21

11:51 am-6:00 am

1 stop15h 09m

$165

AtlantaSan Francisco

ATL - SFO

ATLSFO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

sáb. 5/17

8:02 pm-10:22 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

San Francisco

sáb. 5/24

10:19 pm-6:13 am

Nonstop4h 54m

$173

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Best time to book a flight from Alabama to California

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to California (average of $246). Flying from Alabama to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 mayo 1, 2025.

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

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 mayo 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Alabama to California, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. 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
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,409 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $46. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Alaska 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.

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  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to California (average of $246). Flying from Alabama to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 mayo 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$158Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$202Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$219Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$342Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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