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$163+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham, AL (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 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — BHM
Aug 6 — Aug 131
Wed 8/6
Wed 8/13
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham flight deals. Data was last updated August 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$319
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$163
(Delta)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$538
From San Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 9/182:39 pmOAK - BHM
2 stops17h 29mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/2911:28 amBHM - OAK
2 stops14h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/31$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/2512:15 pmSFO - BHM
1 stop9h 14mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/281:03 pmBHM - SFO
1 stop8h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$325
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2012:43 amSFO - BHM
1 stop7h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/256:30 amBHM - SFO
1 stop7h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/271:09 pmSJC - BHM
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/31:35 pmBHM - SJC
1 stop9h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$337
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 8/2112:20 pmOAK - BHM
2 stops8h 50mSouthwest
Mon 8/257:00 pmBHM - OAK
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30$342
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 8/215:30 amSFO - BHM
2 stops10h 55mSouthwest
Mon 8/257:00 pmBHM - SFO
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30$342
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/278:45 amSJC - BHM
2 stops10h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/37:30 amBHM - SJC
2 stops11h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$347
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 9/186:00 amSJC - BHM
3 stops33h 53mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/2911:28 amBHM - SJC
2 stops14h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$352
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/106:30 amSJC - BHM
1 stop9h 41mDelta
Mon 9/154:18 pmBHM - SJC
1 stop8h 32mDelta
Deal found 7/30$353
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/1211:57 pmSFO - BHM
1 stop6h 31mDelta
Mon 9/154:18 pmBHM - SFO
1 stop9h 39mDelta
Deal found 7/31$357
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/94:58 pmOAK - BHM
2 stops13h 29mDelta
Sat 9/131:06 pmBHM - OAK
2 stops11h 42mDelta
Deal found 7/31$381
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 9/186:45 amSJC - BHM
1 stop9h 30mSouthwest
Mon 9/296:00 amBHM - SJC
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$399

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

Birmingham

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OaklandBirmingham

OAK - BHM

OAKBHM

Oakland

Thu 9/18

2:39 pm-10:08 am

2 stops17h 29m

Birmingham

Mon 9/29

11:28 am-11:32 pm

2 stops14h 04m

$319

San FranciscoBirmingham

SFO - BHM

SFOBHM

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

12:15 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Birmingham

Tue 10/28

1:03 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$325

San FranciscoBirmingham

SFO - BHM

SFOBHM

San Francisco

Wed 8/20

12:43 am-9:44 am

1 stop7h 01m

Birmingham

Mon 8/25

6:30 am-11:39 am

1 stop7h 09m

$337

San JoseBirmingham

SJC - BHM

SJCBHM

San Jose

Wed 8/27

1:09 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Birmingham

Wed 9/3

1:35 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$337

OaklandBirmingham

OAK - BHM

OAKBHM

Oakland

Thu 8/21

12:20 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Birmingham

Mon 8/25

7:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$342

San FranciscoBirmingham

SFO - BHM

SFOBHM

San Francisco

Thu 8/21

5:30 am-6:25 pm

2 stops10h 55m

Birmingham

Mon 8/25

7:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$342

San JoseBirmingham

SJC - BHM

SJCBHM

San Jose

Wed 8/27

8:45 am-9:40 pm

2 stops10h 55m

Birmingham

Wed 9/3

7:30 am-5:17 pm

2 stops11h 47m

$347

San JoseBirmingham

SJC - BHM

SJCBHM

San Jose

Thu 9/18

6:00 am-5:53 pm

3 stops33h 53m

Birmingham

Mon 9/29

11:28 am-12:24 am

2 stops14h 56m

$352

San JoseBirmingham

SJC - BHM

SJCBHM

San Jose

Wed 9/10

6:30 am-6:11 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Birmingham

Mon 9/15

4:18 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$353

San FranciscoBirmingham

SFO - BHM

SFOBHM

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

11:57 pm-8:28 am

1 stop6h 31m

Birmingham

Mon 9/15

4:18 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$357

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham, Alabama?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $376). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 XIH to BHM?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 1, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham, Alabama, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 August 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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 Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham. 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 Birmingham from San Francisco Bay Area?

    Located just 4.3 mi from the city center, Birmingham (BHM) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Birmingham from San Francisco Bay Area.

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

    $163 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and American Airlines, with prices starting from $169 and $173, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham, Alabama?

    While some choose either San Jose - Birmingham or Oakland - Birmingham, San Francisco - Birmingham is the most popular route from San Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham, Alabama.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham, Alabama?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $376). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Francisco Bay Area to Birmingham

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$193Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$326Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$383Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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