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$120+ 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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — BHM
May 17 — May 241
Sat 5/17
Sat 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Birmingham are usually found in April or February, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 May 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$326
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$120
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$456
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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 May 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Sat 6/289:13 pmSAN - BHM
1 stop9h 36mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/47:30 amBHM - SAN
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$326
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 8/232:00 pmSAN - BHM
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Sun 8/315:25 amBHM - SAN
1 stop6h 19mDelta
Deal found 5/11$327
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Sat 5/247:35 amSAN - BHM
2 stops7h 40mSouthwest
Fri 5/302:50 pmBHM - SAN
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 5/11$352
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 8/2110:15 amSAN - BHM
1 stop7h 39mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/253:00 pmBHM - SAN
1 stop7h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12$359
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/86:15 amSAN - BHM
2 stops31h 28mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/154:58 pmBHM - SAN
2 stops16h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/11$362
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Tue 12/29:45 amSAN - BHM
1 stop6h 28mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/810:49 amBHM - SAN
2 stops15h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/12$512

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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 May 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Birmingham that are best for you.

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Birmingham

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San DiegoBirmingham

SAN - BHM

SANBHM

San Diego

Sat 6/28

9:13 pm-8:49 am

1 stop9h 36m

Birmingham

Fri 7/4

7:30 am-1:28 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$326

San DiegoBirmingham

SAN - BHM

SANBHM

San Diego

Sat 5/24

1:58 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Birmingham

Fri 5/30

1:41 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$347

San DiegoBirmingham

SAN - BHM

SANBHM

San Diego

Sat 5/24

7:35 am-5:15 pm

2 stops7h 40m

Birmingham

Fri 5/30

2:50 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$352

San DiegoBirmingham

SAN - BHM

SANBHM

San Diego

Sun 6/8

6:15 am-3:43 pm

2 stops31h 28m

Birmingham

Sun 6/15

4:58 pm-7:13 am

2 stops16h 15m

$362

San DiegoBirmingham

SAN - BHM

SANBHM

San Diego

Mon 5/26

11:31 am-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Birmingham

Fri 5/30

3:40 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$432

San DiegoBirmingham

SAN - BHM

SANBHM

San Diego

Thu 5/22

6:15 am-10:01 pm

2 stops13h 46m

Birmingham

Mon 5/26

5:05 am-10:30 am

1 stop7h 25m

$737

San DiegoBirmingham

SAN - BHM

SANBHM

San Diego

Tue 6/3

8:08 am-9:44 pm

2 stops35h 36m

$120

San DiegoBirmingham

SAN - BHM

SANBHM

San Diego

Tue 7/1

6:45 am-6:09 pm

2 stops9h 24m

$159

San DiegoBirmingham

SAN - BHM

SANBHM

San Diego

Tue 6/3

6:15 am-2:40 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$172

San DiegoBirmingham

SAN - BHM

SANBHM

San Diego

Thu 6/5

1:23 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$180

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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 May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Birmingham, Alabama flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 Expedia the most. Expedia 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

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Birmingham

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Birmingham. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2025.

Booking 24 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $376). Flying from San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama in March is currently the most expensive (average of $457). 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 May 12, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 8% on flights from San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Rainfall in Birmingham by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Birmingham, Alabama ranges from 3.4 - 5.2 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.2 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Birmingham, Alabama when rainfall is around 3.4 in.

Temperature in Birmingham by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Birmingham, Alabama, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 44.6 F).

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 May 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Birmingham, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,724 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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.

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

    American Airlines, at $326, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Southwest. American Airlines is 33% 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 Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $120. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Delta, 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $376). Flying from San Diego to Birmingham, Alabama in March is currently the most expensive (average of $457). 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 May 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$306Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$324Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$334Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$346Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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