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Cheap flights from Birmingham to California from £295

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 19/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — LAX
12 Jun — 19 Jun1
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 13 May 2026.

Mon 2/1119:10
BHX
-
LAX
1 stop29h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 10/1119:30
LAX
-
BHX
1 stop15h 00m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 12/5£514
Wed 20/508:10
BHX
-
LAX
1 stop18h 15m
Aer Lingus
Mon 1/620:10
LAX
-
BHX
1 stop15h 45m
Aer Lingus
Deal found 10/5£530
Tue 23/608:30
BHX
-
SFO
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 30/617:40
SFO
-
BHX
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5£533
Fri 20/1119:10
BHX
-
LAX
1 stop29h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 24/1119:30
LAX
-
BHX
1 stop15h 00m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/5£534
Tue 2/608:30
BHX
-
SFO
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/617:40
SFO
-
BHX
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5£544
Tue 2/608:10
BHX
-
LAX
1 stop18h 15m
Aer Lingus
Mon 8/620:10
LAX
-
BHX
1 stop15h 45m
Aer Lingus
Deal found 9/5£554
Thu 12/1119:10
BHX
-
SFO
1 stop27h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 16/1116:45
SFO
-
BHX
1 stop17h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/5£555
Sat 13/608:10
BHX
-
LAX
1 stop18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/620:10
LAX
-
BHX
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5£572
Tue 9/608:10
BHX
-
SFO
1 stop15h 45m
Aer Lingus
Tue 23/617:40
SFO
-
BHX
1 stop16h 30m
Aer Lingus
Deal found 8/5£585
Tue 2/608:10
BHX
-
LAX
1 stop18h 15m
Aer Lingus
Sun 7/620:10
LAX
-
BHX
1 stop15h 45m
Aer Lingus
Deal found 11/5£588
Thu 15/1019:15
BHX
-
SFO
2 stops37h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 27/1017:45
SFO
-
BHX
1 stop17h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/5£592
Sat 13/608:10
BHX
-
LAX
1 stop18h 15m
Aer Lingus
Tue 23/620:10
LAX
-
BHX
1 stop14h 00m
Aer Lingus
Deal found 10/5£604

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 13 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£514

One-way from

£295

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£608
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 2/11-10/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 50m total
  • Birmingham to California
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19/5
  • 19/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 45m total
  • Birmingham to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£57 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£9 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Birmingham to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 13 May 2026.
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 - SFO

BHXSFO

Birmingham

Fri 23/10

19:15-14:40

1 stop27h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 26/10

07:00-18:30

2 stops28h 30m

£658

BirminghamLas Vegas

BHX - LAS

BHXLAS

Birmingham

Fri 4/9

19:15-20:36

2 stops33h 21m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 18/9

07:05-13:30

2 stops22h 25m

£694

BirminghamSan Diego

BHX - SAN

BHXSAN

Birmingham

Thu 17/9

06:05-17:26

2 stops19h 21m

San Diego

Thu 1/10

14:24-21:45

2 stops23h 21m

£699
Fastest return journey

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHX - SFO

BHXSFO

Birmingham

Thu 1/10

06:05-12:40

1 stop14h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 12/10

19:25-17:25

1 stop14h 00m

£716

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHX - LAX

BHXLAX

Birmingham

Tue 2/6

19:15-18:35

2 stops31h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 8/6

06:00-18:35

2 stops28h 35m

£717

BirminghamSanta Ana

BHX - SNA

BHXSNA

Birmingham

Thu 24/9

06:05-20:51

2 stops22h 46m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 28/9

18:30-17:35

3 stops39h 05m

£721

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHX - LAX

BHXLAX

Birmingham

Tue 2/6

09:20-14:45

1 stop13h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 8/6

06:25-08:35

2 stops18h 10m

£727

BirminghamSan Diego

BHX - SAN

BHXSAN

Birmingham

Thu 17/9

06:05-17:26

2 stops19h 21m

San Diego

Thu 1/10

14:24-17:15

2 stops18h 51m

£727

BirminghamSan Jose

BHX - SJC

BHXSJC

Birmingham

Thu 1/10

06:05-21:04

2 stops22h 59m

San Jose

Mon 12/10

06:40-09:50

2 stops19h 10m

£729

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHX - SFO

BHXSFO

Birmingham

Mon 22/6

05:55-18:18

3 stops44h 23m

San Francisco

Mon 29/6

06:05-09:50

2 stops19h 45m

£732

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to California

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 61 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 to California?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to California (average of £327). Flying from Birmingham to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £475). 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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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 13 May 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
1,517 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7.8
Good
1,517 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,517 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
688 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,517 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Aer Lingus
7.3
Good
1,554 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,517 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,993 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,517 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,975 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,517 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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 £716, Scandinavian Airlines can have you in California from Birmingham in 14h 35m. There are 5263 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 - San Jose. You may also consider Birmingham - Los Angeles 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to California (average of £327). Flying from Birmingham to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £475). 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 10 airlines flying from Birmingham to California

Discover the top 10 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 13 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£385Average£499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£448Average£632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£455Average£667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£458Average£643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest£462Average£598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapest£468Average£592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£474Average£612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest£487Average£725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Aer LingusCheapest£511Average£673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapest£549Average£673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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