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Cheap flights from Birmingham to California from £272

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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — LAX
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
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 12 December 2025.

Fri 12/1219:10BHX - SFO
1 stop27h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 26/116:40SFO - BHX
1 stop17h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/12£609
Fri 26/1213:45BHX - SFO
1 stop14h 25mLufthansa
Mon 26/113:35SFO - BHX
2 stops19h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 11/12£618
Thu 25/1213:25BHX - SFO
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Mon 26/113:35SFO - BHX
2 stops19h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 11/12£644
Thu 25/1213:25BHX - SFO
1 stop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 28/123:56SFO - BHX
2 stops28h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12£646
Thu 25/1213:25BHX - SFO
1 stop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 15/122:59SFO - BHX
2 stops29h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12£650
Thu 25/1213:25BHX - SFO
1 stop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 18/123:56SFO - BHX
2 stops28h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12£653
Thu 25/1217:45BHX - LAX
1 stop29h 30mLufthansa
Wed 21/115:00LAX - BHX
1 stop23h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 10/12£669
Fri 12/1219:10BHX - SFO
1 stop27h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 28/116:03SFO - BHX
2 stops18h 27mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/12£674
Thu 25/1213:25BHX - SFO
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Sun 25/113:30SFO - BHX
1 stop19h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 11/12£674
Thu 25/1213:25BHX - SFO
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Sat 17/113:35SFO - BHX
1 stop15h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 11/12£676
Thu 25/1213:25BHX - SFO
2 stops41h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 29/117:40SFO - BHX
2 stops34h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12£683
Wed 31/1210:25BHX - LAX
1 stop16h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 27/118:20LAX - BHX
1 stop18h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/12£725

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 12 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£418

One-way from

£272

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£665
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 21/1-31/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 15m total
  • Birmingham to California
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28/4
  • 28/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 50m total
  • Birmingham to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£61 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 12 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to California that are best for you.

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Birmingham

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHX - SFO

BHXSFO

Birmingham

Wed 21/1

19:10-14:35

1 stop27h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 31/1

16:40-18:30

1 stop17h 50m

£418

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHX - SFO

BHXSFO

Birmingham

Wed 28/1

19:10-13:05

1 stop25h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

16:40-18:30

1 stop17h 50m

£429

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHX - LAX

BHXLAX

Birmingham

Thu 12/3

19:10-18:00

1 stop29h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 16/3

20:30-18:30

1 stop15h 00m

£441

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHX - SFO

BHXSFO

Birmingham

Thu 5/3

19:10-14:35

1 stop27h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 9/3

17:40-18:30

1 stop17h 50m

£454

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHX - LAX

BHXLAX

Birmingham

Thu 19/2

19:10-17:00

1 stop29h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 23/2

19:30-18:30

1 stop15h 00m

£469

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHX - LAX

BHXLAX

Birmingham

Thu 5/3

19:10-17:00

1 stop29h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 21/3

20:30-18:30

1 stop15h 00m

£471

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHX - SFO

BHXSFO

Birmingham

Mon 2/2

19:10-22:54

2 stops35h 44m

San Francisco

Sun 15/2

16:40-18:30

1 stop17h 50m

£481

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHX - SFO

BHXSFO

Birmingham

Wed 28/1

19:10-13:05

1 stop25h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 3/2

16:03-18:30

2 stops18h 27m

£491

BirminghamLos Angeles

BHX - LAX

BHXLAX

Birmingham

Sun 25/1

19:10-22:55

2 stops35h 45m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/2

19:30-18:30

1 stop15h 00m

£547

BirminghamLas Vegas

BHX - LAS

BHXLAS

Birmingham

Thu 22/1

11:40-17:50

1 stop14h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 7/2

19:35-16:15

1 stop12h 40m

£570

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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 £355). Flying from Birmingham to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £494). 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 BHX to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 December 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 25% on flights from Birmingham to California by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Birmingham to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Birmingham to California. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Birmingham to California flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 12 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andAir France 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
1,432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
675 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Air France
7.4
Good
1,504 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,394 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,626 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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 £570, Scandinavian Airlines can have you in California from Birmingham in 14h 10m. 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 - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. You may also consider Birmingham - San Francisco or Birmingham - Los Angeles.

  • 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 £355). Flying from Birmingham to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £494). 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 12 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£383Average£497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£447Average£600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£454Average£610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£461Average£640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapest£465Average£641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest£473Average£609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£476Average£621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest£482Average£677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapest£498Average£653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Aer LingusCheapest£499Average£684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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