How long is the flight from California to Alabama?

Flight times from California to Alabama vary, but if you’re flying out of San Diego and flying into Birmingham, Alabama (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 6h on average. Another popular route from California to Alabama is flying from Santa Ana to Birmingham, Alabama, which will take roughly 6h 06m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

How many flights depart from California to Alabama on average per week?

As of September 2026, 1,361 flights take off from California and land in Alabama each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Alabama?

Frontier, JetBlue, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from California to Alabama

What airlines fly to Alabama?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Alabama from California according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Alabama. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Alabama on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Alabama?

Prices for flights from California to Alabama were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Alabama?

The number of operators available for flights from California to Alabama is 8 as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Alabama?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Alabama.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Alabama?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Alabama can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Alabama. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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10:17 pm - 6:01 amSFO San Francisco-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

4h 44mnonstop

5:58 pm - 8:40 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SFO San Francisco

5h 42mnonstop

$165Frontier

Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9

6:00 pm - 12:28 amLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

27h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

9:32 pm - 11:08 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4h 36mnonstop

$180Frontier

Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1

9:45 am - 11:59 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11h 14m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

9:24 pm - 10:52 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4h 28mnonstop

$204Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 24

9:45 am - 11:59 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11h 14m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

9:32 pm - 11:08 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4h 36mnonstop

$209Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1

11:45 pm - 6:30 amLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

3h 45mnonstop

3:25 pm - 5:05 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4h 40mnonstop

$227Southwest

Sat, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 6

11:55 pm - 6:35 amLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

3h 40mnonstop

6:45 am - 8:15 amATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4h 30mnonstop

$227Southwest

Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9

7:11 am - 1:58 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

3h 47mnonstop

4:50 pm - 6:21 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4h 31mnonstop

$249Delta

Wed, Dec 16 - Tue, Dec 29

9:32 am - 4:20 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

3h 48mnonstop

8:45 pm - 10:15 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4h 30mnonstop

$249Delta

Wed, Dec 16 - Tue, Dec 29

10:20 pm - 11:06 amLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9h 46m1 stop Boston Logan Intl

6:17 am - 1:19 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

10h 02m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

$257JetBlue

Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Dec 5

8:55 pm - 8:55 amLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9h 00m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

6:17 am - 1:19 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

10h 02m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

$257JetBlue

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Dec 2

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7:44 pm - 7:03 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

8h 19m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

6:41 am - 10:58 amATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SMF Sacramento Intl

7h 17m1 stop Denver Intl

$282Frontier

Sun, Sep 20 - Wed, Sep 23

9:45 am - 10:00 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9h 15m1 stop Austin Bergstrom

9:18 pm - 10:45 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4h 27mnonstop

$299Frontier

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6:25 am - 8:31 amSAN San Diego-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

23h 06m2 stops Denver Intl Raleigh-Durham

10:55 pm - 12:37 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SAN San Diego

16h 42m1 stop Raleigh-Durham

$401Multiple Airlines

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3:01 pm - 9:01 amLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

39h 00m2 stops Asheville Regional Tampa St. Petersburg

9:18 pm - 10:45 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4h 27mnonstop

$411Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28

5:30 am - 5:35 pmOAK Oakland-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

4:10 pm - 9:25 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-OAK Oakland

8h 15m2 stops Dallas Love Field Los Angeles Los Angeles

$500Southwest

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Oct 7

10:50 am - 11:59 pmLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10h 09m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

4:35 pm - 10:24 amATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

20h 49m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Francisco

$508Alaska Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Oct 6

9:35 am - 5:04 pmLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

4h 29mnonstop

5:56 pm - 7:38 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

4h 42mnonstop

$521American Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 26

9:35 am - 5:04 pmLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

4h 29mnonstop

5:56 pm - 7:38 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

4h 42mnonstop

$521American Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23

5:50 pm - 7:33 amLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10h 43m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

9:03 am - 3:57 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

9h 54m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$541Alaska Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23

6:55 am - 3:55 pmLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6h 00m1 stop Nashville Intl

7:05 am - 12:35 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

8h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Reno

$542Southwest

Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23

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10:17 pm - 6:01 amSFO San Francisco-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

4h 44mnonstop

5:58 pm - 8:40 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SFO San Francisco

5h 42mnonstop

$165Frontier

Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9

8:29 am - 3:32 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

4h 03mnonstop

8:36 pm - 10:15 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4h 39mnonstop

$180Frontier

Wed, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 6

11:45 pm - 6:30 amLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

3h 45mnonstop

3:25 pm - 5:05 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4h 40mnonstop

$227Southwest

Sat, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 6

11:55 pm - 6:35 amLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

3h 40mnonstop

6:45 am - 8:15 amATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4h 30mnonstop

$227Southwest

Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9

7:11 am - 1:58 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

3h 47mnonstop

4:50 pm - 6:21 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4h 31mnonstop

$249Delta

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9:32 am - 4:20 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

3h 48mnonstop

8:45 pm - 10:15 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4h 30mnonstop

$249Delta

Wed, Dec 16 - Tue, Dec 29

9:37 am - 4:58 pmLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

4h 21mnonstop

5:53 pm - 7:51 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

4h 58mnonstop

$380American Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7

9:40 am - 5:03 pmLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

4h 23mnonstop

5:59 pm - 7:57 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

4h 58mnonstop

$381American Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Dec 2

10:27 am - 6:09 pmSFO San Francisco-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

4h 42mnonstop

7:18 pm - 9:50 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SFO San Francisco

5h 32mnonstop

$394United Airlines

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Nov 26

8:45 am - 4:27 pmSFO San Francisco-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

4h 42mnonstop

7:00 am - 9:29 amATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SFO San Francisco

5h 29mnonstop

$399United Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15

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Frontier flights from California to Alabama

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Frontier

Nov 6

SFO10:17 pmSan Francisco

4h 44m

ATL6:01 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Nov 9

ATL5:58 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5h 42m

SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco

$165

Frontier

Oct 22

LAS9:53 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

3h 56m

ATL4:49 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Oct 26

ATL9:24 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

4h 28m

LAS10:52 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$180

Frontier

Oct 28

LAS12:01 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

6h 23m

1 stop

ATL9:24 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Nov 1

ATL9:32 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

4h 36m

LAS11:08 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$181

Southwest flights from California to Alabama

Our best Southwest deals on California to Alabama flight tickets

Southwest

Nov 6

LAS11:55 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

3h 40m

ATL6:35 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Nov 9

ATL7:55 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

4h 35m

LAS9:30 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$227

Southwest

Oct 31

LAX5:25 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

10h 25m

2 stops

ATL6:50 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Nov 7

ATL12:50 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

8h 40m

1 stop

LAX6:30 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$266

Southwest

Oct 28

OAK5:35 amOakland

9h 15m

2 stops

ATL5:50 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Oct 31

ATL6:55 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9h 35m

2 stops

OAK1:30 pmOakland

$270

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SFO San Francisco - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

SFOATL

San Francisco

Fri 11/6

10:17 pm-6:01 am

Nonstop4h 44m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 11/9

5:58 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop5h 42m

$165

Las VegasAtlanta

LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

LASATL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 10/29

6:00 pm-12:28 am

1 stop27h 28m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 11/1

9:32 pm-11:08 pm

Nonstop4h 36m

$180

Las VegasAtlanta

LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

LASATL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 10/15

9:45 am-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 14m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 10/24

9:24 pm-10:52 pm

Nonstop4h 28m

$204

Las VegasAtlanta

LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

LASATL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 10/29

9:45 am-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 14m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 11/1

9:32 pm-11:08 pm

Nonstop4h 36m

$209

Las VegasAtlanta

LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

LASATL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 1/30

11:45 pm-6:30 am

Nonstop3h 45m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 2/6

3:25 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$227

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Las VegasAtlanta

LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

LASATL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 11/6

11:55 pm-6:35 am

Nonstop3h 40m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 11/9

6:45 am-8:15 am

Nonstop4h 30m

$227

Las VegasAtlanta

LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

LASATL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 12/16

7:11 am-1:58 pm

Nonstop3h 47m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 12/29

4:50 pm-6:21 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

$249

Las VegasAtlanta

LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

LASATL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 12/16

9:32 am-4:20 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 12/29

8:45 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$249

Los AngelesAtlanta

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

LAXATL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 11/14

10:20 pm-11:06 am

1 stop9h 46m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 12/5

6:17 am-1:19 pm

1 stop10h 02m

$257

Los AngelesAtlanta

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

LAXATL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 11/18

8:55 pm-8:55 am

1 stop9h 00m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 12/2

6:17 am-1:19 pm

1 stop10h 02m

$257

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Alabama

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Alabama?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from California to Alabama. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $436. If you’re not able to fly to Alabama in February, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Alabama during January average around $436.

What is the cheapest California to Alabama flight route?

Fly from Los Angeles Los Angeles to Huntsville for the best California - Alabama flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Alabama?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Alabama from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Alabama for around $492 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Alabama from California for as low as $383 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Alabama flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on California to Alabama flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$77
Fastest flight time	3h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Alabama	51 airports

The best one-way flight to Alabama from California in the past 72 hours is $77. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Alabama found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $165.

The fastest flight from California to Alabama takes 3h 30m

Direct flights go from California to Alabama every day.

There are 51 airports in Alabama. From California there are direct flights to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Alabama

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Alabama?
Prices for flights from California to Alabama were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Alabama?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Alabama is 8 as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Alabama?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Alabama.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Alabama?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Alabama can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Alabama. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Alabama?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between California and Alabama, the leading plane model is Boeing 737 MAX 9, making up 40.00% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A321neo with 30.00%, Airbus A220-300 with 20.00%, and Boeing 737-900 with 10.00%.

Best airlines flying from California to Alabama

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $159	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,584 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $223	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,226 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $260	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,080 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $287	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,192 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Alabama from California which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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