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$54+ 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 2/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — LAX
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Sat 11/156:29 pmATL - SNA
1 stop19h 47mFrontier
Mon 11/177:33 pmSNA - ATL
1 stop7h 42mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$130
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Sun 12/147:59 pmATL - LAS
Nonstop4h 53mFrontier
Sun 12/1412:59 amLAS - ATL
1 stop26h 14mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$137
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/67:06 pmATL - SNA
1 stop18h 24mFrontier
Mon 12/81:35 pmSNA - ATL
1 stop13h 38mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$137
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/139:50 pmATL - LAS
1 stop12h 36mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/167:00 amLAS - ATL
1 stop8h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$138
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/165:25 pmATL - LAS
1 stop7h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1812:59 amLAS - ATL
1 stop15h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$139
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/139:50 pmATL - LAX
Nonstop5h 09mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/1812:59 amLAX - ATL
2 stops18h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$140
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/58:32 pmATL - LAS
Nonstop4h 38mFrontier
Mon 12/810:12 pmLAS - ATL
Nonstop3h 59mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/135:45 pmATL - LAX
1 stop9h 58mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/197:48 pmLAX - ATL
1 stop12h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$141
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Fri 12/58:55 amATL - LAS
1 stop18h 41mFrontier
Sat 12/61:16 amLAS - ATL
1 stop8h 08mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$141
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/1511:46 amATL - LAX
1 stop9h 19mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/2510:40 pmLAX - ATL
Nonstop4h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$142
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 12/117:59 pmATL - LAS
Nonstop4h 53mFrontier
Sat 12/1310:32 pmLAS - ATL
Nonstop3h 59mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$142
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Fri 11/217:00 amATL - LAX
Nonstop5h 10mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/255:45 amLAX - ATL
Nonstop4h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$143

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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$128
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$54
(Trip.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$414
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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 October 30, 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

AtlantaLas Vegas

ATL - LAS

ATLLAS

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 1/22

6:20 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 1/26

6:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$157

AtlantaLas Vegas

ATL - LAS

ATLLAS

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 1/16

5:35 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/20

1:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$157

AtlantaLos Angeles

ATL - LAX

ATLLAX

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 12/3

10:35 am-12:47 pm

Nonstop5h 12m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/18

6:00 am-1:24 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

$162

AtlantaLos Angeles

ATL - LAX

ATLLAX

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 12/2

9:40 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/18

6:00 am-1:24 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

$163

AtlantaLos Angeles

ATL - LAX

ATLLAX

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 12/1

8:32 pm-7:55 am

1 stop14h 23m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/13

10:39 pm-6:10 am

Nonstop4h 31m

$163

AtlantaLos Angeles

ATL - LAX

ATLLAX

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 11/28

7:00 am-9:10 am

Nonstop5h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/30

10:45 pm-6:16 am

Nonstop4h 31m

$170

AtlantaLos Angeles

ATL - LAX

ATLLAX

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 11/19

6:30 am-3:51 pm

1 stop12h 21m

Los Angeles

Fri 11/21

9:54 pm-6:55 am

1 stop6h 01m

$174

AtlantaBurbank

ATL - BUR

ATLBUR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 12/2

9:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 12/13

7:17 pm-5:55 am

1 stop7h 38m

$180

AtlantaLos Angeles

ATL - LAX

ATLLAX

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 11/16

7:30 am-8:05 am

1 stop27h 35m

Los Angeles

Fri 11/21

10:54 am-9:02 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$185

AtlantaLos Angeles

ATL - LAX

ATLLAX

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 12/3

12:43 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop10h 22m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/18

9:58 pm-1:02 pm

1 stop12h 04m

$206

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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 October 30, 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 afternoons 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 October 30, 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
8.1
Very good
221 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
221 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
221 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
221 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
221 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
221 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,030 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
221 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!

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 5h 10m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $163. Airlines will cover a distance of 1941 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 Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $65. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Spirit 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$143Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$266Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$304Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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