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$103+ Cheap flights from Birmingham, AL (BHM) to California

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BHM — LAX
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
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Round-trip from

$199
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$103
(Booking.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$566
From Birmingham to California
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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 July 29, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/111:11 amBHM - LAS
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/411:30 amLAS - BHM
1 stop8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$199
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/811:28 amBHM - LAX
1 stop12h 28mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/155:30 amLAX - BHM
1 stop10h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$257
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/156:48 pmBHM - LAS
1 stop17h 52mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/1810:33 pmLAS - BHM
1 stop17h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/27$268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/305:09 pmBHM - ONT
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/610:35 pmONT - BHM
1 stop9h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$287
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1211:28 amBHM - SAN
2 stops22h 01mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/196:15 amSAN - BHM
2 stops9h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/125:14 amBHM - SBP
1 stop8h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/2312:18 pmSBP - BHM
1 stop8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$314
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2610:00 amBHM - LAS
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
Tue 9/29:40 pmLAS - BHM
1 stop9h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$322
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/231:35 pmBHM - SFO
1 stop8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/305:45 amSFO - BHM
1 stop8h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1710:24 amBHM - SFO
1 stop9h 23mDelta
Wed 9/246:15 amSFO - BHM
1 stop6h 58mDelta
Deal found 7/28$325
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/279:55 amBHM - SAN
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Wed 9/310:30 pmSAN - BHM
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Deal found 7/28$325
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/268:30 amBHM - LAX
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/212:49 pmLAX - BHM
1 stop6h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$325
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/103:52 pmBHM - LAS
1 stop6h 38mDelta
Fri 9/1212:29 amLAS - BHM
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Deal found 7/27$327

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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

BirminghamLas Vegas

BHM - LAS

BHMLAS

Birmingham

Mon 9/1

11:11 am-4:31 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/4

11:30 am-9:51 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$199

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHM - LAX

BHMLAX

Birmingham

Mon 9/8

11:28 am-9:56 pm

1 stop12h 28m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/15

5:30 am-5:53 pm

1 stop10h 23m

$257

BirminghamLas Vegas

BHM - LAS

BHMLAS

Birmingham

Mon 9/15

6:48 pm-10:40 am

1 stop17h 52m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/18

10:33 pm-5:53 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$268

BirminghamOntario

BHM - ONT

BHMONT

Birmingham

Sat 8/30

5:09 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Ontario

Sat 9/6

10:35 pm-10:15 am

1 stop9h 40m

$287

BirminghamSan Diego

BHM - SAN

BHMSAN

Birmingham

Fri 9/12

11:28 am-7:29 am

2 stops22h 01m

San Diego

Fri 9/19

6:15 am-5:53 pm

2 stops9h 38m

$309

BirminghamSan Luis Obispo

BHM - SBP

BHMSBP

Birmingham

Tue 8/12

7:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop6h 25m

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 8/23

12:18 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$314

BirminghamLas Vegas

BHM - LAS

BHMLAS

Birmingham

Tue 8/26

10:00 am-11:55 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/2

9:40 pm-9:25 am

1 stop9h 45m

$322

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Sat 8/23

1:35 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop8h 57m

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

5:45 am-3:53 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$324

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Wed 9/17

10:24 am-5:47 pm

1 stop9h 23m

San Francisco

Wed 9/24

6:15 am-3:13 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$325

BirminghamSan Diego

BHM - SAN

BHMSAN

Birmingham

Wed 8/27

7:30 am-3:50 pm

1 stop10h 20m

San Diego

Wed 9/3

6:15 am-2:22 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$325

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to California (average of $246). Flying from Birmingham, 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 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 July 29, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Birmingham, 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 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
4,238 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
7,979 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
8,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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

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.

  • 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 $103 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $144 and Southwest from $159 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to California (average of $246). Flying from Birmingham, 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 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$198Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$219Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$286Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$324Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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