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Cheapest round-trip
$363
Typical prices: $429-$617
American Airlines
Sat 11/3Fri 11/9
BHM - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$92
Typical prices: $226-$453
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/6
BHM - LAX • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Birmingham and Los Angeles. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 57% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 21% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Cheapest • Avg $359 (round-trip)
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Shortest trip • 6h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Los Angeles (BHM-LAX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Birmingham to Los Angeles

Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9
American Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 10:55 amBHM  Birmingham-LAX Los Angeles
7h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
11:58 pm - 8:57 amLAX  Los Angeles-BHM Birmingham
6h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$363American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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12:12 pm - 4:40 pmBHM  Birmingham-LAX Los Angeles
6h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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8:00 am - 6:49 pmLAX  Los Angeles-BHM Birmingham
8h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$363American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 21
Southwest Logo
12:05 pm - 4:30 pmBHM  Birmingham-LAX Los Angeles
6h 25m1 stop Houston Hobby
Southwest Logo
4:20 pm - 11:55 pmLAX  Los Angeles-BHM Birmingham
5h 35m1 stop Nashville Intl
$363Southwest
Thu, Jan 7 - Thu, Jan 14
Southwest Logo
6:30 pm - 11:10 pmBHM  Birmingham-LAX Los Angeles
6h 40m1 stop Nashville Intl
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12:30 pm - 8:10 pmLAX  Los Angeles-BHM Birmingham
5h 40m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$363Southwest
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 2:46 pmBHM  Birmingham-LAX Los Angeles
10h 31m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
10:50 pm - 9:59 amLAX  Los Angeles-BHM Birmingham
9h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$363Delta
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9
Delta Logo
7:59 am - 2:23 pmBHM  Birmingham-LAX Los Angeles
8h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:59 pm - 8:07 amLAX  Los Angeles-BHM Birmingham
6h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$363Delta
Thu, Jan 7 - Thu, Jan 14
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:14 pmBHM  Birmingham-LAX Los Angeles
8h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:59 pm - 9:21 amLAX  Los Angeles-BHM Birmingham
7h 22m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$363United Airlines
Sat, Feb 20 - Tue, Feb 23
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3:03 pm - 7:55 pmBHM  Birmingham-LAX Los Angeles
6h 52m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:00 am - 2:39 pmLAX  Los Angeles-BHM Birmingham
7h 39m1 stop Denver Intl
$363United Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
Breeze Airways Logo
4:28 pm - 11:00 pmBHM  Birmingham-LAX Los Angeles
32h 32m2 stops Raleigh-Durham New Orleans Louis Armstrong
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1:21 pm - 8:28 pmLAX  Los Angeles-BHM Birmingham
29h 07m3 stops Richmond Byrd Intl Hartford Bradley Intl Raleigh-Durham
$1,118Breeze Airways
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
Breeze Airways Logo
4:28 pm - 12:06 pmBHM  Birmingham-LAX Los Angeles
21h 38m3 stops Raleigh-Durham Hartford Bradley Intl Charleston
Breeze Airways Logo
11:10 pm - 8:28 pmLAX  Los Angeles-BHM Birmingham
19h 18m2 stops New Orleans Louis Armstrong Raleigh-Durham
$1,148Breeze Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Birmingham to Los Angeles flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Birmingham to Los Angeles?

Round-trip flights from Birmingham to Los Angeles typically range from $429 to $617. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $363, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Los Angeles?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Los Angeles. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Los Angeles?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Los Angeles at $381 round-trip.
•December ($807) and November ($576) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 111% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Birmingham to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Birmingham to Los Angeles are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 57% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Birmingham to Los Angeles flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$92
Beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Birmingham to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Birmingham to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Birmingham to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Birmingham to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Birmingham to Los Angeles?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Birmingham to Los Angeles:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Birmingham to Los Angeles?

    A nonstop flight from Birmingham to Los Angeles takes 00m, covering 1,810 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham to Los Angeles?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Birmingham to Los Angeles flight?

    Round-trip flights from Birmingham to Los Angeles range from $429 to $617, with an average of $485 over the past 12 months. Anything below $429 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Birmingham to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 75% above the $485 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Birmingham to Los Angeles?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $359 round-trip via Nashville Intl (BNA), compared to $817 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Birmingham to Los Angeles?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-900 variants.

  • How are flight prices from Birmingham to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Birmingham to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $173, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Birmingham to Los Angeles?

    Flights from Birmingham to Los Angeles usually depart from Birmingham (BHM) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Birmingham to Los Angeles pass through?

    One-stop flights from Birmingham to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Birmingham to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Birmingham to Los Angeles. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $425 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $536, a difference of $111.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Birmingham to Los Angeles?

    Flying via Dallas Love Field (DAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 02m, compared with 6h 19m via Houston Hobby (HOU) and 6h 29m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

  • What is the time difference between Birmingham and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 2 hours behind Birmingham (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Birmingham to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $425, about $111 less than Wednesday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 57% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Birmingham to Los Angeles trip for February. Fares historically average $381 round-trip in that month - typically $426 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Nashville Intl Airport (BNA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $359 round-trip on this route - about $458 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.

    • Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    • Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
    • Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

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