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Cheap flights from Birmingham to California from £345

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 25/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — LAX
5 Sep — 12 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals 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 6 August 2026.

Tue 1/918:40 -
2 stops29h 25m
Tue 8/917:50 -
2 stops42h 05m
Deal found 2/8£465
Sat 5/915:45 -
2 stops29h 10m
Mon 21/916:45 -
3 stops34h 45m
Deal found 6/8£532
Tue 8/919:15 -
1 stop27h 25m
Mon 14/916:45 -
1 stop17h 50m
Deal found 2/8£538
Tue 1/916:20 -
2 stops30h 20m
Tue 8/916:45 -
2 stops20h 00m
Deal found 4/8£541
Thu 27/812:20 -
1 stop14h 05m
Thu 10/920:10 -
1 stop14h 00m
Deal found 2/8£548
Wed 2/908:10 -
1 stop18h 15m
Sat 12/920:10 -
1 stop16h 55m
Deal found 6/8£549
Mon 31/819:15 -
1 stop27h 25m
Tue 15/916:45 -
1 stop17h 50m
Deal found 4/8£549
Sat 29/812:20 -
1 stop14h 05m
Thu 10/920:10 -
1 stop14h 00m
Deal found 2/8£550
Tue 1/919:35 -
2 stops28h 30m
Wed 30/920:10 -
1 stop14h 00m
Deal found 2/8£553
Tue 8/918:45 -
2 stops27h 50m
Mon 14/916:30 -
2 stops24h 20m
Deal found 2/8£554
Mon 31/819:35 -
2 stops28h 30m
Mon 14/920:10 -
1 stop14h 55m
Deal found 6/8£556
Wed 25/1119:10 -
1 stop27h 40m
Sun 29/1116:45 -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 4/8£561

Find flight deals from Birmingham to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Birmingham to California flight deals. Data was last updated 6 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£465

One-way from

£345

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£751
Aer Lingus
  • Aer Lingus
  • 1/9-8/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 71h 30m total
  • Birmingham to California
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25/8
  • 25/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 45m total
  • Birmingham to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (£72 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£9 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to California that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHX Birmingham - SFO San Francisco

BHXSFO

Birmingham

Wed 25/11

19:10-14:50

1 stop27h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 29/11

16:45-18:30

1 stop17h 45m

£562

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHX Birmingham - SFO San Francisco

BHXSFO

Birmingham

Wed 2/9

19:35-16:20

2 stops28h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 16/9

17:40-07:40

1 stop30h 00m

£579

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHX Birmingham - LAX Los Angeles

BHXLAX

Birmingham

Sat 5/9

09:10-14:45

1 stop13h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 21/9

12:15-13:40

2 stops17h 25m

£582
Fastest return journey

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHX Birmingham - LAX Los Angeles

BHXLAX

Birmingham

Tue 13/10

05:55-11:50

1 stop13h 55m

Los Angeles

Tue 20/10

09:32-09:30

2 stops15h 58m

£582

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHX Birmingham - LAX Los Angeles

BHXLAX

Birmingham

Wed 2/9

05:55-14:45

1 stop16h 50m

Los Angeles

Fri 11/9

14:35-17:50

2 stops19h 15m

£582

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHX Birmingham - SFO San Francisco

BHXSFO

Birmingham

Tue 8/9

19:15-14:40

1 stop27h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 14/9

20:59-18:35

2 stops37h 36m

£586

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHX Birmingham - SFO San Francisco

BHXSFO

Birmingham

Tue 1/9

19:15-14:40

1 stop27h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 13/9

16:45-18:35

1 stop17h 50m

£586

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHX Birmingham - LAX Los Angeles

BHXLAX

Birmingham

Sun 10/1

19:10-21:22

2 stops34h 12m

Los Angeles

Sun 17/1

19:30-18:30

1 stop15h 00m

£587

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHX Birmingham - LAX Los Angeles

BHXLAX

Birmingham

Thu 3/12

06:00-11:45

1 stop13h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 14/12

09:59-12:50

2 stops18h 51m

£588

BirminghamSacramento

BHX Birmingham - SMF Sacramento Intl

BHXSMF

Birmingham

Thu 14/1

19:10-22:16

2 stops35h 06m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 18/1

11:55-18:30

2 stops22h 35m

£592

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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 to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to California (average of £561). Flying from Birmingham to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £792). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Birmingham to California?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Birmingham to California flights typically cost between £608 and £836 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £465 on Aer Lingus (1 Sept–8 Sept).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Birmingham to California?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Birmingham to California, you should look to book at least 78 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.

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 6 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andAer Lingus 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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,555 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Aer Lingus
7.3
Good
1,690 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,178 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,148 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

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?

    Most people fly from Birmingham (BHX) if they book a flight from Birmingham to California. Birmingham is conveniently located just 6.8 mi from Birmingham’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham to California?

    For as low as £582, Scandinavian Airlines can have you in California from Birmingham in 13h 35m. There are 5353 mi between Birmingham and California. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The most popular route from Birmingham to California is Birmingham - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. You may also consider Birmingham - Los Angeles or Birmingham - San Francisco.

  • 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 holiday 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 to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to California (average of £561). Flying from Birmingham to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £792). 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 9 airlines flying from Birmingham to California

Discover the top 9 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 6 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapest£322Average£592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£406Average£543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£440Average£627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£462Average£692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest£464Average£636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapest£469Average£617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapest£503Average£688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Aer LingusCheapest£527Average£664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapest£579Average£710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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