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Cheap flights from Birmingham to California from £280

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 18/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — LAX
4 Mar — 11 Mar1
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 2 February 2026.

Mon 2/319:10
BHX
-
SFO
1 stop27h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 9/317:40
SFO
-
BHX
1 stop17h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/2£438
Mon 2/311:00
BHX
-
SFO
2 stops35h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/317:40
SFO
-
BHX
2 stops20h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2£453
Tue 17/319:10
BHX
-
LAX
1 stop29h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 24/320:30
LAX
-
BHX
1 stop15h 00m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 30/1£470
Mon 13/421:30
BHX
-
LAX
2 stops47h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/520:10
LAX
-
BHX
1 stop13h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1£482
Mon 13/421:30
BHX
-
LAX
2 stops47h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/420:10
LAX
-
BHX
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1£485
Mon 2/319:10
BHX
-
LAX
1 stop29h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 9/320:30
LAX
-
BHX
1 stop15h 00m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/2£503
Wed 18/308:40
BHX
-
SFO
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/318:20
SFO
-
BHX
1 stop19h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2£508
Thu 9/419:15
BHX
-
SFO
1 stop27h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 19/416:45
SFO
-
BHX
1 stop17h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/2£511
Mon 31/819:15
BHX
-
LAX
1 stop29h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 7/919:10
LAX
-
BHX
1 stop15h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 31/1£513
Sun 15/318:50
BHX
-
LAS
2 stops34h 43m
SWISS
Sat 28/319:20
LAS
-
BHX
1 stop28h 45m
SWISS
Deal found 31/1£516
Wed 18/308:40
BHX
-
LAX
1 stop17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/321:15
LAX
-
BHX
1 stop16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2£518
Mon 7/919:15
BHX
-
SFO
1 stop27h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 19/906:05
SFO
-
BHX
2 stops23h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/2£521

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 2 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£438

One-way from

£280

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£554
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 2/3-9/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 15m total
  • Birmingham to California
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18/5
  • 18/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 35m total
  • Birmingham to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£61 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£11 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 2 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to California that are best for you.

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Birmingham

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California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHX - SFO

BHXSFO

Birmingham

Mon 2/3

11:00-14:35

2 stops35h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 9/3

17:40-21:25

2 stops20h 45m

£453

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHX - LAX

BHXLAX

Birmingham

Mon 2/3

19:10-17:00

1 stop29h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/3

20:30-18:30

1 stop15h 00m

£503

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHX - SFO

BHXSFO

Birmingham

Thu 9/4

19:15-14:40

1 stop27h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 19/4

16:45-18:35

1 stop17h 50m

£511

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHX - SFO

BHXSFO

Birmingham

Mon 2/3

19:10-23:04

2 stops35h 54m

San Francisco

Mon 9/3

17:40-18:30

1 stop17h 50m

£513

BirminghamLas Vegas

BHX - LAS

BHXLAS

Birmingham

Sun 15/3

18:50-22:33

2 stops34h 43m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 28/3

19:20-08:05

1 stop28h 45m

£516

BirminghamLas Vegas

BHX - LAS

BHXLAS

Birmingham

Sun 15/3

06:00-15:40

1 stop16h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 28/3

19:20-18:00

1 stop14h 40m

£521

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHX - SFO

BHXSFO

Birmingham

Thu 16/4

19:15-14:40

1 stop27h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 30/4

07:05-10:35

2 stops19h 30m

£524

BirminghamLas Vegas

BHX - LAS

BHXLAS

Birmingham

Wed 11/3

06:00-17:59

2 stops18h 59m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 18/3

11:08-12:45

2 stops18h 37m

£527

BirminghamLas Vegas

BHX - LAS

BHXLAS

Birmingham

Sat 21/2

06:00-08:13

2 stops34h 13m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 28/2

19:42-12:35

2 stops32h 53m

£532

BirminghamLas Vegas

BHX - LAS

BHXLAS

Birmingham

Mon 4/5

08:50-10:35

2 stops33h 45m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 11/5

21:10-21:35

1 stop16h 25m

£532

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to California (average of £347). 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.

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 2 February 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
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
678 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,444 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,758 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,711 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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 £527, Scandinavian Airlines can have you in California from Birmingham in 18h 59m. There are 5127 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 - Los Angeles. You may also consider Birmingham - San Francisco or Birmingham - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to California (average of £347). 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 2 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£377Average£482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£444Average£626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£450Average£613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£455Average£531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapest£462Average£603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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DeltaCheapest£463Average£594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£470Average£607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest£482Average£653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Aer LingusCheapest£502Average£669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapest£517Average£639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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