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$99+ 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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — LAX
Jul 12 — Jul 191
Sat 7/12
Sat 7/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Birmingham to Los Angeles are usually found in August or January, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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 July 7, 2025.

Round-trip from

$199
(Southwest)

One-way from

$99
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$483
From Birmingham to Los Angeles
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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 July 7, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 9/102:10 pmBHM - LAX
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Tue 9/166:45 amLAX - BHM
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/6$199
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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.
Fri 8/224:06 pmBHM - LAX
1 stop9h 03mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/256:00 amLAX - BHM
1 stop7h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/7$235
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/65:16 amBHM - LAX
1 stop7h 31mDelta
Thu 8/79:45 pmLAX - BHM
1 stop8h 39mDelta
Deal found 7/5$343
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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.
Sun 9/286:10 amBHM - LAX
1 stop8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/1212:59 amLAX - BHM
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/6$388

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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

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Price

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHM - LAX

BHMLAX

Birmingham

Wed 9/10

2:10 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

6:45 am-3:05 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$199

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHM - LAX

BHMLAX

Birmingham

Fri 8/22

4:06 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop9h 03m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/25

6:00 am-3:11 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$235

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHM - LAX

BHMLAX

Birmingham

Wed 8/6

5:16 am-10:47 am

1 stop7h 31m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/7

9:45 pm-8:24 am

1 stop8h 39m

$343

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHM - LAX

BHMLAX

Birmingham

Sun 9/28

6:10 am-12:35 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Los Angeles

Fri 12/12

12:59 am-8:55 am

1 stop5h 56m

$388

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHM - LAX

BHMLAX

Birmingham

Tue 8/5

10:00 am-3:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$100

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHM - LAX

BHMLAX

Birmingham

Fri 8/29

4:06 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$117

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHM - LAX

BHMLAX

Birmingham

Mon 8/4

6:14 pm-12:36 am

1 stop8h 22m

$172

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Deals found on 7/6

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 June 27, 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 July 7, 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.

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 July 7, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American 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
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

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
4,257 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

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
7,963 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

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
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

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
8,066 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles round-trip?

    According to our current data, Southwest ($199), Spirit Airlines ($235), and Delta ($343) offers the cheapest pricing from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles. These flights start at 54% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $99. Users have also found prices from $100 and $117 on Southwest and Spirit Airlines, respectively.

  • 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 July 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$219Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$242Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$286Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$325Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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