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$53+ 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 8/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — LAX
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$133
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$53
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$483

Good round-trip deal

$238 or less

Good one-way deal

$132 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 July 3, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/207:40 amATL - LAX
Nonstop4h 39mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/2610:37 pmLAX - ATL
Nonstop4h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$133
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Sat 8/237:48 pmATL - LAX
Nonstop4h 37mFrontier
Wed 8/271:03 pmLAX - ATL
Nonstop4h 45mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$136
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Sat 7/195:46 pmATL - LAX
Nonstop4h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/266:08 pmLAX - ATL
1 stop9h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$141
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/273:39 pmATL - LAS
1 stop8h 43mFrontier
Thu 7/319:48 pmLAS - ATL
Nonstop4h 15mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$143
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/29:11 amATL - LAS
1 stop8h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/510:15 pmLAS - ATL
1 stop8h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$144
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Wed 8/203:06 pmATL - BUR
2 stops9h 53mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/235:42 pmBUR - ATL
2 stops17h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$152
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/157:34 amATL - SJC
1 stop6h 56mFrontier
Mon 9/226:50 pmSJC - ATL
1 stop8h 17mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$159
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/195:46 pmATL - LAS
1 stop16h 29mSpirit Airlines
Thu 7/2411:19 amLAS - ATL
Nonstop4h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$166
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/47:34 amATL - BUR
1 stop6h 36mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/1011:21 amBUR - ATL
2 stops9h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$170
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/1610:30 amATL - ONT
1 stop8h 50mFrontier
Mon 8/2512:46 pmONT - ATL
1 stop20h 15mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$189
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/147:22 pmATL - SAN
1 stop19h 46mFrontier
Thu 8/2111:25 amSAN - ATL
1 stop14h 58mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$195
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/217:35 amATL - BUR
1 stop6h 41mFrontier
Sun 8/2412:01 pmBUR - ATL
1 stop15h 04mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$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 July 3, 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

AtlantaLos Angeles

ATL - LAX

ATLLAX

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 8/20

7:40 am-9:19 am

Nonstop4h 39m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/26

10:37 pm-6:05 am

Nonstop4h 28m

$133

AtlantaLos Angeles

ATL - LAX

ATLLAX

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 8/23

7:48 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop4h 37m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

1:03 pm-8:48 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

$136

AtlantaLos Angeles

ATL - LAX

ATLLAX

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 7/19

5:46 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop4h 59m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/26

6:08 pm-6:26 am

1 stop9h 18m

$141

AtlantaLas Vegas

ATL - LAS

ATLLAS

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 7/27

3:39 pm-9:22 pm

1 stop8h 43m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 7/31

9:48 pm-5:03 am

Nonstop4h 15m

$143

AtlantaLas Vegas

ATL - LAS

ATLLAS

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 10/2

9:11 am-2:49 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 10/5

10:15 pm-9:43 am

1 stop8h 28m

$144

AtlantaLas Vegas

ATL - LAS

ATLLAS

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 7/22

8:42 am-10:14 am

Nonstop4h 32m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 7/25

11:19 am-6:23 pm

Nonstop4h 04m

$149

AtlantaBurbank

ATL - BUR

ATLBUR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 8/20

3:06 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops9h 53m

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 8/23

5:42 pm-2:11 pm

2 stops17h 29m

$152

AtlantaSan Jose

ATL - SJC

ATLSJC

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 9/15

7:34 am-11:30 am

1 stop6h 56m

San Jose

Mon 9/22

6:50 pm-6:07 am

1 stop8h 17m

$159

AtlantaBurbank

ATL - BUR

ATLBUR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 9/4

7:34 am-11:10 am

1 stop6h 36m

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 9/10

11:21 am-11:58 pm

2 stops9h 37m

$170

AtlantaOntario

ATL - ONT

ATLONT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 8/16

10:30 am-4:20 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Ontario

Mon 8/25

12:46 pm-12:01 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$189

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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 $326). 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 July 3, 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.

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 July 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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
4,266 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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
7,982 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,545 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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 Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $53. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines 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, 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 $326). 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$135Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$158Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$185Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$219Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$342Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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