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$149+ Cheap flights from California to Anchorage (ANC)

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LAX — ANC
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$316
(Delta)

One-way from

$149
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$426

Good round-trip deal

$441 or less

Good one-way deal

$164 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Anchorage
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/95:30 pmLAX - ANC
1 stop8h 38mDelta
Sun 5/1810:40 amANC - LAX
1 stop12h 26mDelta
Deal found 2/18$316
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/126:05 amLAS - ANC
1 stop7h 34mDelta
Mon 4/141:26 amANC - LAS
1 stop11h 44mDelta
Deal found 2/20$316
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/97:45 pmLAX - ANC
Nonstop5h 38mAlaska Airlines
Fri 5/161:30 amANC - LAX
2 stops12h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$326
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/168:20 amLAX - ANC
1 stop12h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/2111:44 pmANC - LAX
2 stops14h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$347
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/117:22 pmLAS - ANC
Nonstop5h 34mAlaska Airlines
Sat 4/122:59 amANC - LAS
1 stop16h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$356
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/3012:45 amLAX - ANC
1 stop18h 52mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/228:52 pmANC - LAX
1 stop20h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$357
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/311:05 amSAN - ANC
1 stop13h 54mDelta
Mon 4/71:05 amANC - SAN
1 stop10h 17mDelta
Deal found 2/20$376
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/16:05 amSFO - ANC
1 stop9h 42mDelta
Fri 5/1612:40 amANC - SFO
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Deal found 2/19$376
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/308:59 pmSFO - ANC
1 stop28h 24mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/312:55 amANC - SFO
1 stop8h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$377
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/412:55 pmSAN - ANC
1 stop10h 42mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/611:44 pmANC - SAN
1 stop8h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$385
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/63:58 pmSNA - ANC
1 stop9h 18mDelta
Wed 5/76:00 amANC - SNA
1 stop11h 20mDelta
Deal found 2/20$400
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/165:45 amONT - ANC
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Mon 4/215:55 amANC - ONT
1 stop7h 00mDelta
Deal found 2/20$402

Find flights from California to Anchorage within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Anchorage 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Anchorage

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesAnchorage

LAX - ANC

LAXANC

Los Angeles

Fri 5/9

5:30 pm-1:08 am

1 stop8h 38m

Anchorage

Sun 5/18

10:40 am-12:06 am

1 stop12h 26m

$316

Las VegasAnchorage

LAS - ANC

LASANC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 4/12

6:05 am-12:39 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Anchorage

Mon 4/14

1:26 am-2:10 pm

1 stop11h 44m

$316

Los AngelesAnchorage

LAX - ANC

LAXANC

Los Angeles

Fri 5/9

7:45 pm-12:23 am

Nonstop5h 38m

Anchorage

Fri 5/16

1:30 am-3:24 pm

2 stops12h 54m

$326

Los AngelesAnchorage

LAX - ANC

LAXANC

Los Angeles

Wed 4/16

8:20 am-7:21 pm

1 stop12h 01m

Anchorage

Mon 4/21

11:44 pm-3:07 pm

2 stops14h 23m

$347

Las VegasAnchorage

LAS - ANC

LASANC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 4/11

7:22 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop5h 34m

Anchorage

Sat 4/12

2:59 am-8:40 pm

1 stop16h 41m

$356

San DiegoAnchorage

SAN - ANC

SANANC

San Diego

Thu 4/3

11:05 am-11:59 pm

1 stop13h 54m

Anchorage

Mon 4/7

1:05 am-12:22 pm

1 stop10h 17m

$376

San FranciscoAnchorage

SFO - ANC

SFOANC

San Francisco

Thu 5/1

6:05 am-2:47 pm

1 stop9h 42m

Anchorage

Fri 5/16

12:40 am-8:29 am

1 stop6h 49m

$376

San FranciscoAnchorage

SFO - ANC

SFOANC

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

8:59 pm-12:23 am

1 stop28h 24m

Anchorage

Sat 5/3

12:55 am-10:30 am

1 stop8h 35m

$377

SacramentoAnchorage

SMF - ANC

SMFANC

Sacramento Intl

Sat 4/26

6:20 am-2:47 pm

1 stop9h 27m

Anchorage

Sat 4/26

1:26 am-11:51 am

1 stop9h 25m

$378

San DiegoAnchorage

SAN - ANC

SANANC

San Diego

Fri 4/4

12:55 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop10h 42m

Anchorage

Sun 4/6

11:44 pm-9:24 am

1 stop8h 40m

$385

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Best time to book a flight from California to Anchorage

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Travel insights for flights from California to Anchorage

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Anchorage including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Anchorage?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Anchorage (average of $456). Flying from California to Anchorage in July is currently the most expensive (average of $683). 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 CA to ANC?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Anchorage. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

When flying from California to Anchorage, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Anchorage by month

Plan your trip to Anchorage by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Anchorage ranges from 0.5 - 3.3 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.3 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Anchorage when rainfall is around 0.5 in.

Temperature in Anchorage by month

Plan your trip to Anchorage by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Anchorage, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 59.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Anchorage

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Anchorage. 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 Anchorage. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to Anchorage, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,317 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Anchorage. 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 into for flights to Anchorage from California?

    Anchorage (ANC) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from California to Anchorage. It is only a 4.4 mi journey from Anchorage (ANC) to Anchorage’s city center.

  • How popular is this California to Anchorage flight route?

    This flight path from California to Anchorage was viewed by 13 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Anchorage one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $149. American Airlines flights start at $159 while deals on Delta start at $159 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Anchorage, Los Angeles - Anchorage or Ontario - Anchorage when deciding on the best route from California to Anchorage.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Anchorage?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from California to Anchorage consider choosing Iberia (94%), Finnair (93%) or Japan Airlines (90%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Anchorage?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Anchorage is $159. On average you can expect to pay $392. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Anchorage), can usually be booked for $376.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Anchorage that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Anchorage flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Anchorage?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Anchorage.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Anchorage?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Anchorage 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 California to Anchorage?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Anchorage (average of $456). Flying from California to Anchorage in July is currently the most expensive (average of $683). 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 5 airlines flying from California to Anchorage

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from California to Anchorage. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$298Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$298Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$301Average$601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$338Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$515Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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