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$114+ Cheap flights from Birmingham, AL to Los Angeles (BHM - LAX)

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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHM) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated agosto 5, 2025.

Round-trip from

$249
(Southwest)

One-way from

$114
(Southwest)

Popular in

July

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August

Average price

$343
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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on agosto 5, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/102:10 pmBHM - LAX
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
lun. 9/1510:10 pmLAX - BHM
1 stop9h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 8/4$249
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
sáb. 9/138:45 amBHM - LAX
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
mar. 9/169:50 amLAX - BHM
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 8/3$255
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
mar. 9/27:40 amBHM - LAX
1 stop9h 35mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 9/63:25 pmLAX - BHM
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/4$269
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/1511:28 amBHM - LAX
1 stop12h 28mSpirit Airlines
mié. 9/1711:02 pmLAX - BHM
2 stops14h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/3$280
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/26:10 amBHM - LAX
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
vie. 9/512:56 amLAX - BHM
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/4$283
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/254:06 pmBHM - LAX
2 stops9h 52mSpirit Airlines
vie. 8/296:00 amLAX - BHM
1 stop7h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/3$293
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
lun. 8/256:25 amBHM - LAX
1 stop7h 59mAmerican Airlines
vie. 8/291:48 pmLAX - BHM
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/4$306
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/56:00 pmBHM - LAX
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
sáb. 9/1311:15 pmLAX - BHM
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 8/4$313

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Birmingham

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHM - LAX

BHMLAX

Birmingham

mié. 9/10

2:10 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Los Angeles

lun. 9/15

10:10 pm-9:25 am

1 stop9h 15m

$249

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHM - LAX

BHMLAX

Birmingham

sáb. 9/13

8:45 am-2:05 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Los Angeles

mar. 9/16

9:50 am-6:50 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$255

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHM - LAX

BHMLAX

Birmingham

mar. 9/2

7:40 am-3:15 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Los Angeles

sáb. 9/6

3:25 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$269

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHM - LAX

BHMLAX

Birmingham

lun. 9/15

11:28 am-9:56 pm

1 stop12h 28m

Los Angeles

mié. 9/17

11:02 pm-3:36 pm

2 stops14h 34m

$280

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHM - LAX

BHMLAX

Birmingham

mar. 9/2

6:10 am-11:39 am

1 stop7h 29m

Los Angeles

vie. 9/5

12:56 am-9:42 am

1 stop6h 46m

$283

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHM - LAX

BHMLAX

Birmingham

lun. 8/25

4:06 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops9h 52m

Los Angeles

vie. 8/29

6:00 am-3:11 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$293

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHM - LAX

BHMLAX

Birmingham

lun. 8/25

6:25 am-12:24 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Los Angeles

vie. 8/29

1:48 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$306

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHM - LAX

BHMLAX

Birmingham

vie. 9/5

6:00 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Los Angeles

sáb. 9/13

11:15 pm-8:15 am

1 stop7h 00m

$313

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHM - LAX

BHMLAX

Birmingham

mar. 8/26

2:10 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$114

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHM - LAX

BHMLAX

Birmingham

mié. 1/7

2:40 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$120

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Birmingham to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on August 1, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 31 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated agosto 5, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Houston (IAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of 1-stop itineraries from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Houston (IAH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $506.

What’s the fastest layover option from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Houston (HOU) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 00m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Houston (HOU) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 55m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated agosto 5, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Birmingham to Los Angeles have to say. 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
4,246 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,985 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,051 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles round-trip?

    According to our current data, Southwest ($249), offers the cheapest pricing from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles. This flight start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Birmingham to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham to Los Angeles. 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 agosto 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$219Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$286Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$324Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$336Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$352Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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