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$176+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Birmingham, AL (SAN - BHM)

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 12/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — BHM
Jan 1 — Jan 81
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Thu 1/8
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Birmingham

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Birmingham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Birmingham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 2, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:30 amSAN - BHM
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Wed 1/712:40 pmBHM - SAN
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 11/30$323
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/301:13 pmSAN - BHM
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/75:19 pmBHM - SAN
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Thu 12/2512:11 pmSAN - BHM
1 stop6h 16mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/313:00 pmBHM - SAN
1 stop8h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/1$351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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.
Wed 12/3110:01 pmSAN - BHM
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/27:20 pmBHM - SAN
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/30$416
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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.
Mon 12/291:13 pmSAN - BHM
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/55:34 pmBHM - SAN
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/30$445
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/209:45 pmSAN - BHM
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Wed 12/247:48 amBHM - SAN
1 stop9h 33mDelta
Deal found 12/1$454
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Sun 12/289:45 pmSAN - BHM
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Thu 1/17:48 amBHM - SAN
1 stop9h 38mDelta
Deal found 12/1$455
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:30 amSAN - BHM
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Fri 1/27:10 pmBHM - SAN
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 11/30$457

Find flight deals from San Diego to Birmingham

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Birmingham (BHM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 2, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$261
(Southwest)

One-way from

$176
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$746
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($140 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Birmingham 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 December 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Birmingham that are best for you.

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San DiegoBirmingham

SAN - BHM

SANBHM

San Diego

Mon 1/12

2:05 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Birmingham

Tue 1/20

10:30 am-4:45 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$261

San DiegoBirmingham

SAN - BHM

SANBHM

San Diego

Mon 1/26

10:20 am-9:20 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Birmingham

Tue 2/3

10:30 am-5:15 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$275

San DiegoBirmingham

SAN - BHM

SANBHM

San Diego

Wed 1/28

1:27 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Birmingham

Sat 1/31

1:05 pm-7:12 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$321

San DiegoBirmingham

SAN - BHM

SANBHM

San Diego

Tue 12/30

6:30 am-2:20 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Birmingham

Wed 1/7

12:40 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$323

San DiegoBirmingham

SAN - BHM

SANBHM

San Diego

Thu 12/25

11:12 am-9:13 pm

2 stops8h 01m

Birmingham

Wed 12/31

3:00 pm-11:37 pm

2 stops10h 37m

$361

San DiegoBirmingham

SAN - BHM

SANBHM

San Diego

Wed 1/28

8:37 pm-10:27 am

2 stops11h 50m

Birmingham

Sat 1/31

9:10 am-8:42 pm

2 stops13h 32m

$361

San DiegoBirmingham

SAN - BHM

SANBHM

San Diego

Sat 1/3

3:30 pm-12:55 am

1 stop7h 25m

Birmingham

Tue 1/6

12:40 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$433

San DiegoBirmingham

SAN - BHM

SANBHM

San Diego

Mon 12/29

1:13 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Birmingham

Mon 1/5

5:34 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$445

San DiegoBirmingham

SAN - BHM

SANBHM

San Diego

Sun 12/28

9:45 pm-8:27 am

1 stop8h 42m

Birmingham

Thu 1/1

7:48 am-3:26 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$455

San DiegoBirmingham

SAN - BHM

SANBHM

San Diego

Wed 12/31

12:56 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$176

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Birmingham

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Birmingham in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Birmingham, Alabama flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Birmingham, Alabama flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Birmingham, Alabama flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Birmingham, Alabama flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Birmingham, Alabama flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Birmingham

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Birmingham from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Birmingham

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $111). Flying from San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama in February is currently the most expensive (average of $301). 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 SAN to BHM?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Birmingham. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 2, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 7% on flights from San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Birmingham

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Birmingham. 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 Birmingham. Reviews last updated December 2, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Diego to Birmingham. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,063 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,045 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Birmingham. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama?

    Departing from San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama will take you 5h 15m. San Diego and Birmingham, Alabama are separated by a distance of 1754 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama round-trip?

    Delta, at $281, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. Delta is 40% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $147. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Birmingham that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Birmingham flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Birmingham?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Birmingham?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Birmingham 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 San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $111). Flying from San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama in February is currently the most expensive (average of $301). 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 4 airlines flying from San Diego to Birmingham

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Birmingham. 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 December 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$281Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$326Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$334Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$346Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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