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$43+ 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 12/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — LAX
Dec 13 — Dec 201
Sat 12/13
Sat 12/20
1 adult, Economy
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This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/276:34 pmATL - SNA
1 stop6h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/86:34 pmSNA - ATL
1 stop7h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$124
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 11/276:34 pmATL - SNA
1 stop6h 39mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/88:19 pmSNA - ATL
1 stop6h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/12$129
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/38:41 amATL - SNA
1 stop7h 01mFrontier
Thu 12/46:34 pmSNA - ATL
1 stop7h 37mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$130
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Thu 11/276:34 pmATL - SNA
1 stop6h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/68:19 pmSNA - ATL
1 stop6h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/12$132
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Mon 12/158:00 pmATL - SNA
1 stop19h 42mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1811:11 amSNA - ATL
1 stop22h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$133
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 12/47:27 amATL - BUR
1 stop12h 39mFrontier
Sun 12/76:48 pmBUR - ATL
1 stop7h 43mFrontier
Deal found 11/13$134
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Sun 12/147:59 pmATL - SNA
1 stop24h 40mFrontier
Wed 12/171:35 pmSNA - ATL
1 stop12h 53mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$134
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Mon 11/174:25 pmATL - LAS
1 stop9h 29mSpirit Airlines
Fri 11/2111:56 pmLAS - ATL
Nonstop3h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/12$136
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Sat 12/66:29 pmATL - BUR
1 stop26h 24mFrontier
Thu 12/255:51 pmBUR - ATL
1 stop8h 39mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$137
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Mon 12/1510:46 pmATL - LAS
1 stop14h 37mFrontier
Fri 12/1911:30 pmLAS - ATL
1 stop10h 58mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$137
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Thu 11/277:25 amATL - SNA
1 stop6h 54mFrontier
Mon 12/81:35 pmSNA - ATL
1 stop13h 38mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$137
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Thu 12/1110:35 amATL - LAS
1 stop24h 02mFrontier
Sat 12/136:00 amLAS - ATL
1 stop21h 13mFrontier
Deal found 11/13$138

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 November 13, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$124
(Priceline)

One-way from

$43
(CheapOair)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$596
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($55 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 November 13, 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

AtlantaSanta Ana

ATL - SNA

ATLSNA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 12/3

8:41 am-12:42 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 12/10

1:35 pm-6:13 am

1 stop13h 38m

$130

AtlantaBurbank

ATL - BUR

ATLBUR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 1/9

11:09 am-7:57 pm

1 stop11h 48m

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 1/12

8:32 pm-5:57 am

1 stop6h 25m

$134

AtlantaLos Angeles

ATL - LAX

ATLLAX

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 11/22

9:01 am-8:17 am

2 stops26h 16m

Los Angeles

Thu 11/27

10:30 pm-5:53 am

Nonstop4h 23m

$145

AtlantaLos Angeles

ATL - LAX

ATLLAX

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 12/23

6:00 am-8:11 am

Nonstop5h 11m

Los Angeles

Sun 12/28

11:59 pm-9:20 am

1 stop30h 21m

$161

AtlantaBurbank

ATL - BUR

ATLBUR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 12/9

7:00 am-6:22 pm

1 stop14h 22m

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 12/16

7:17 pm-5:55 am

1 stop7h 38m

$161

AtlantaLos Angeles

ATL - LAX

ATLLAX

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 11/25

9:40 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 12/1

11:15 pm-5:48 pm

1 stop15h 33m

$168

AtlantaBurbank

ATL - BUR

ATLBUR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 11/25

9:00 am-4:47 pm

1 stop10h 47m

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 12/9

7:17 pm-5:55 am

1 stop7h 38m

$196

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 12/5

4:15 pm-6:02 pm

Nonstop4h 47m

San Diego

Sun 12/7

11:24 am-6:45 pm

Nonstop4h 21m

$199

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 12/11

8:10 am-9:54 am

Nonstop4h 44m

San Diego

Wed 12/17

2:19 pm-9:41 pm

Nonstop4h 22m

$199

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 1/22

4:47 pm-6:51 pm

Nonstop5h 04m

San Diego

Sun 1/25

11:03 am-6:14 pm

Nonstop4h 11m

$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 November 13, 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 November 13, 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
230 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

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
230 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
230 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

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
4,236 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
230 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

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
8,007 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
230 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

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
9,015 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
230 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

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
11,050 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
230 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

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 4h 47m. 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 Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $48. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Southwest, 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 November 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$143Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$266Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$304Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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