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$543+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Birmingham (BHX)

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 12/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — BHX
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Birmingham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Birmingham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/28:25 amSFO - BHX
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/105:45 pmBHX - SFO
1 stop33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/23$621
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/256:50 pmSFO - BHX
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/169:00 amBHX - SFO
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$622
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 11/253:35 pmSFO - BHX
2 stops18h 15mDelta
Tue 12/166:15 amBHX - SFO
1 stop13h 35mDelta
Deal found 11/24$632
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Tue 11/258:35 amSFO - BHX
2 stops20h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/166:00 amBHX - SFO
2 stops38h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/24$671
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/283:40 pmSFO - BHX
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/75:40 pmBHX - SFO
1 stop26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/25$686
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 11/283:40 pmSFO - BHX
1 stop15h 40mDelta
Sun 12/76:15 amBHX - SFO
1 stop13h 35mDelta
Deal found 11/24$687

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Birmingham

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Birmingham (BHX). 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 November 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$575
(Scandinavian Airlines)

One-way from

$543
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$685
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($192 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 November 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Birmingham that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Birmingham

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoBirmingham

SFO - BHX

SFOBHX

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

4:03 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops18h 27m

Birmingham

Wed 2/18

7:10 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 25m

$575

San FranciscoBirmingham

SFO - BHX

SFOBHX

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

1:35 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops20h 15m

Birmingham

Tue 2/24

6:00 am-1:25 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$606

San FranciscoBirmingham

SFO - BHX

SFOBHX

San Francisco

Wed 1/21

11:02 am-5:50 pm

2 stops22h 48m

Birmingham

Tue 2/24

6:00 am-1:25 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$606

San FranciscoBirmingham

SFO - BHX

SFOBHX

San Francisco

Wed 1/21

7:25 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Birmingham

Tue 2/24

9:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$620

San FranciscoBirmingham

SFO - BHX

SFOBHX

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

4:03 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops18h 27m

Birmingham

Tue 2/24

7:10 pm-11:02 pm

2 stops35h 52m

$626

San FranciscoBirmingham

SFO - BHX

SFOBHX

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

3:40 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Birmingham

Tue 3/10

8:50 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$627

San FranciscoBirmingham

SFO - BHX

SFOBHX

San Francisco

Wed 1/21

1:35 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops19h 25m

Birmingham

Tue 2/24

10:45 am-7:35 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$629

San FranciscoBirmingham

SFO - BHX

SFOBHX

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

2:40 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Birmingham

Wed 2/18

9:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$629

San FranciscoBirmingham

SFO - BHX

SFOBHX

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

2:40 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Birmingham

Tue 2/24

9:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$629

San FranciscoBirmingham

SFO - BHX

SFOBHX

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

7:00 am-9:30 am

2 stops18h 30m

Birmingham

Tue 3/10

6:15 am-12:50 pm

1 stop13h 35m

$631

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Birmingham in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice 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 Francisco-Birmingham flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Birmingham flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Birmingham flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Birmingham 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 Francisco-Birmingham 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 Francisco to Birmingham

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Birmingham from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Birmingham?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Birmingham. Price data was last updated on November 21, 2025.

Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Birmingham. 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 Francisco to Birmingham?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Birmingham (average of $590). Flying from San Francisco to Birmingham in June is currently the most expensive (average of $849). 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 SFO to BHX?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 November 26, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Birmingham, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Birmingham?

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 November 26, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with SWISS, Virgin Atlantic, and United Airlines from San Francisco to Birmingham to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,794 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,794 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,794 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
675 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,794 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,046 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,794 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,381 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,794 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,594 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,794 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Birmingham?

    Departing from San Francisco to Birmingham will take you 14h 35m. The distance from San Francisco to Birmingham is about 5263 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Birmingham round-trip?

    Flying on Virgin Atlantic is currently your cheapest option to Birmingham, with prices starting at $610. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by KLM and SWISS, with the lowest prices starting at $633 and $636, respectively. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Aer Lingus, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $543. United Airlines flights start at $634 while deals on Lufthansa start at $2,943 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco 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 to Birmingham.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 to Birmingham?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Birmingham (average of $590). Flying from San Francisco to Birmingham in June is currently the most expensive (average of $849). 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 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to Birmingham

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aer LingusCheapest$527Average$885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$610Average$923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
KLMCheapest$633Average$814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SWISSCheapest$636Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$652Average$866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$681Average$798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$708Average$1,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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