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$72+ Cheap flights from Alabama to San Diego (SAN)

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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — SAN
Feb 6 — Feb 131
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Cheap flight deals from Alabama to San Diego

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Alabama to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated January 7, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$177
(Frontier)

One-way from

$72
(Frontier)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$407
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From Alabama to San Diego
One-way flight from Alabama to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($59 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

Find flight deals from Alabama to San Diego

Cheapest flights from Alabama to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Alabama to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 7, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/124:53 pmPNS - SAN
1 stop9h 15mFrontier
Sat 2/216:25 amSAN - PNS
1 stop6h 50mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$177
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/56:17 pmPNS - SAN
1 stop7h 51mFrontier
Thu 2/1211:59 amSAN - PNS
1 stop28h 16mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$180
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 2/184:56 pmATL - SAN
Nonstop5h 05mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/410:53 amSAN - ATL
Nonstop4h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/5$199
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Sat 2/147:53 pmATL - SAN
1 stop15h 31mFrontier
Sat 2/2112:23 pmSAN - ATL
1 stop13h 54mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$200
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/228:59 pmATL - SAN
1 stop15h 27mFrontier
Mon 1/269:46 amSAN - ATL
1 stop8h 39mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/228:59 pmATL - SAN
1 stop15h 27mFrontier
Thu 1/299:45 pmSAN - ATL
1 stop10h 54mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$202
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/44:47 pmATL - SAN
Nonstop5h 04mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/99:46 amSAN - ATL
1 stop8h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$203
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/138:06 amATL - SAN
1 stop29h 20mFrontier
Mon 2/169:50 amSAN - ATL
1 stop20h 55mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$204
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/293:18 pmATL - SAN
1 stop25h 39mFrontier
Sun 2/16:30 amSAN - ATL
1 stop25h 41mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$205
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/187:55 pmATL - SAN
1 stop18h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/2210:53 amSAN - ATL
Nonstop4h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$206
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/235:25 amATL - SAN
2 stops11h 32mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/2611:49 amSAN - ATL
1 stop21h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$207
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/264:47 pmATL - SAN
Nonstop5h 04mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/306:30 amSAN - ATL
1 stop9h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$208

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Alabama to San Diego 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 January 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Alabama to San Diego that are best for you.

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Alabama

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PensacolaSan Diego

PNS - SAN

PNSSAN

Pensacola

Thu 2/5

6:17 pm-12:08 am

1 stop7h 51m

San Diego

Thu 2/12

11:59 am-6:15 pm

1 stop28h 16m

$180

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 2/25

4:56 pm-7:01 pm

Nonstop5h 05m

San Diego

Sat 2/28

10:53 am-6:07 pm

Nonstop4h 14m

$199

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 2/26

4:56 pm-7:01 pm

Nonstop5h 05m

San Diego

Thu 3/5

10:53 am-6:07 pm

Nonstop4h 14m

$199

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 2/18

4:56 pm-7:01 pm

Nonstop5h 05m

San Diego

Wed 3/4

10:53 am-6:07 pm

Nonstop4h 14m

$199

PensacolaSan Diego

PNS - SAN

PNSSAN

Pensacola

Thu 2/12

4:53 pm-12:08 am

1 stop9h 15m

San Diego

Sat 2/21

6:25 am-3:15 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$201

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 2/18

5:10 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 20m

San Diego

Wed 3/4

9:40 am-9:25 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$202

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 2/24

3:50 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops8h 20m

San Diego

Sat 2/28

7:00 am-5:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$232

PensacolaSan Diego

PNS - SAN

PNSSAN

Pensacola

Thu 1/15

7:27 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 48m

San Diego

Sun 1/18

6:25 am-6:32 pm

1 stop10h 07m

$236

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 2/27

1:55 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops9h 10m

San Diego

Tue 3/3

10:30 am-9:25 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$238

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 1/26

4:47 pm-6:51 pm

Nonstop5h 04m

San Diego

Fri 1/30

11:03 am-6:14 pm

Nonstop4h 11m

$239

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to San Diego (average of $193). Flying from Alabama to San Diego in January is currently the most expensive (average of $288). 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Alabama to San Diego. 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 San Diego from Alabama?

    If you book a flight to San Diego from Alabama, you will be flying to San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Alabama to San Diego in 5h 05m. Fly via Frontier, Alaska Airlines, or Southwest to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1887 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 to fly from Alabama to San Diego one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Alabama to San Diego are American Airlines ($528), British Airways ($534), and Aer Lingus ($586).

  • What are the most popular routes from Alabama to San Diego?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to San Diego (average of $193). Flying from Alabama to San Diego in January is currently the most expensive (average of $288). 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 Alabama to San Diego

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Alabama to San Diego. 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 January 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$266Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$284Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$336Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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