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$90+ Cheap flights from Birmingham, AL (BHM) to California

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BHM — LAX
Jan 4 — Jan 111
Sun 1/4
Sun 1/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to California

Cheapest flights from Birmingham to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 5, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/313:00 pmBHM - LAS
1 stop8h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/612:59 amLAS - BHM
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$283
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/176:57 amBHM - LAX
1 stop9h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/106:00 amLAX - BHM
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/3$314
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:35 amBHM - LAS
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Wed 1/710:05 amLAS - BHM
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/3$357
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/313:00 pmBHM - SMF
1 stop10h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/710:50 amSMF - BHM
1 stop9h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$370
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:34 amBHM - LAS
1 stop8h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/17:00 amLAS - BHM
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/4$394
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:10 pmBHM - LAS
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Sun 12/283:15 pmLAS - BHM
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/3$404
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:00 pmBHM - LAS
1 stop6h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/45:30 amLAS - BHM
1 stop7h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$419
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:07 amBHM - LAX
1 stop10h 48mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/2512:50 pmLAX - BHM
1 stop7h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/5$429
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2510:05 amBHM - LAX
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Wed 2/255:20 amLAX - BHM
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/5$434
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/167:00 amBHM - SMF
1 stop8h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/3010:20 pmSMF - BHM
1 stop7h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/3$472
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/244:19 pmBHM - SAN
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Tue 12/3010:30 pmSAN - BHM
1 stop8h 43mDelta
Deal found 12/2$488
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/243:00 pmBHM - LAS
2 stops11h 29mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/3012:59 amLAS - BHM
1 stop6h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$489

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Round-trip from

$201
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$90
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$554
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Birmingham 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 5, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Birmingham

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Wed 2/25

6:41 am-1:31 pm

1 stop8h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

6:00 am-2:11 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$201

BirminghamLas Vegas

BHM - LAS

BHMLAS

Birmingham

Tue 2/24

10:30 am-5:35 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 2/28

6:45 am-4:50 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$217

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Wed 2/25

6:10 am-2:35 pm

2 stops10h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

9:50 am-9:20 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$219

BirminghamBurbank

BHM - BUR

BHMBUR

Birmingham

Wed 1/14

3:18 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 1/17

1:10 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$229

BirminghamSan Diego

BHM - SAN

BHMSAN

Birmingham

Tue 2/3

4:10 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop7h 00m

San Diego

Sat 2/7

7:05 am-4:35 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$231

BirminghamSanta Ana

BHM - SNA

BHMSNA

Birmingham

Sat 1/24

7:09 am-2:09 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/27

12:38 pm-11:08 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$236

BirminghamLas Vegas

BHM - LAS

BHMLAS

Birmingham

Tue 1/27

3:52 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop9h 23m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/4

10:15 pm-8:08 am

1 stop7h 53m

$237

BirminghamLas Vegas

BHM - LAS

BHMLAS

Birmingham

Tue 1/27

10:30 am-4:35 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 2/2

11:05 am-9:20 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$245

BirminghamSan Diego

BHM - SAN

BHMSAN

Birmingham

Tue 2/3

11:14 am-7:54 pm

2 stops10h 40m

San Diego

Sat 2/7

1:00 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$257

BirminghamSan Diego

BHM - SAN

BHMSAN

Birmingham

Sat 1/17

3:18 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops10h 24m

San Diego

Tue 1/20

8:00 am-4:12 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$257

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to California

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to California (average of $82). Flying from Birmingham, 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 BHM to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham 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 5, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Birmingham, Alabama to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Birmingham, Alabama to California flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings 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 5, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Birmingham to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,064 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,156 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Birmingham to California?

    Birmingham (BHM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Birmingham to California. It is only a 4.3 mi journey to Birmingham (BHM) from Birmingham’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham, Alabama to California?

    For as low as $229, American Airlines can have you in California from Birmingham, Alabama in 7h 30m. The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to California is about 1805 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $91 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $98 and United Airlines from $121 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Birmingham, Alabama to California?

    When deciding which route to take from Birmingham, Alabama to California consider Birmingham - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Birmingham - San Francisco or Birmingham - Los Angeles as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to California (average of $82). Flying from Birmingham, 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 5 airlines flying from Birmingham to California

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham 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 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$281Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$294Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$304Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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