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$85+ 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 12/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — SAN
Nov 22 — Nov 291
Sat 11/22
Sat 11/29
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 23, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/84:30 pmPNS - SAN
1 stop7h 55mFrontier
Sat 11/156:41 amSAN - PNS
1 stop6h 42mFrontier
Deal found 10/23$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Sat 11/84:30 pmPNS - SAN
2 stops29h 23mFrontier
Fri 11/145:57 pmSAN - PNS
1 stop19h 26mFrontier
Deal found 10/20$190
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/412:15 pmATL - SAN
1 stop12h 24mFrontier
Sat 11/87:30 pmSAN - ATL
1 stop7h 32mFrontier
Deal found 10/23$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 11/1410:38 pmATL - SAN
2 stops26h 47mFrontier
Mon 11/176:25 amSAN - ATL
1 stop7h 31mFrontier
Deal found 10/22$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 12/313:16 pmATL - SAN
2 stops21h 41mFrontier
Sun 1/41:06 pmSAN - ATL
1 stop20h 56mFrontier
Deal found 10/22$199
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 11/1310:06 amATL - SAN
1 stop8h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/1611:10 amSAN - ATL
Nonstop4h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$200
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Thu 11/69:46 amATL - SAN
1 stop8h 28mFrontier
Sun 11/97:59 pmSAN - ATL
1 stop10h 27mFrontier
Deal found 10/22$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sat 11/86:29 pmATL - SAN
1 stop6h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/1511:10 amSAN - ATL
Nonstop4h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Mon 11/108:00 pmATL - SAN
1 stop6h 50mFrontier
Mon 11/248:39 amSAN - ATL
2 stops21h 41mFrontier
Deal found 10/22$203
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/47:30 amATL - SAN
1 stop7h 37mFrontier
Fri 11/79:52 pmSAN - ATL
1 stop16h 31mFrontier
Deal found 10/21$204
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 11/710:59 pmATL - SAN
2 stops35h 48mFrontier
Thu 11/136:41 amSAN - ATL
1 stop9h 09mFrontier
Deal found 10/22$205
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 11/197:30 amATL - SAN
1 stop7h 22mFrontier
Sun 11/238:34 amSAN - ATL
2 stops20h 05mFrontier
Deal found 10/22$206

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 October 23, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$170
(Priceline)

One-way from

$85
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$429
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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 October 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Alabama to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Alabama

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PensacolaSan Diego

PNS - SAN

PNSSAN

Pensacola

Sat 11/8

4:30 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop7h 55m

San Diego

Sat 11/15

6:41 am-3:23 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$170

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 12/6

11:10 am-5:55 pm

2 stops9h 45m

San Diego

Sat 12/13

9:05 am-6:50 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$206

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 12/3

4:15 pm-6:02 pm

Nonstop4h 47m

San Diego

Sun 12/7

11:24 am-6:45 pm

Nonstop4h 21m

$208

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 12/8

4:15 pm-6:02 pm

Nonstop4h 47m

San Diego

Fri 12/12

11:24 am-6:45 pm

Nonstop4h 21m

$219

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 12/6

1:40 pm-3:21 pm

Nonstop4h 41m

San Diego

Sat 12/13

11:05 am-6:20 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$237

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 12/2

4:15 pm-6:02 pm

Nonstop4h 47m

San Diego

Mon 12/8

11:24 am-6:45 pm

Nonstop4h 21m

$238

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 11/12

7:27 pm-9:13 pm

Nonstop4h 46m

San Diego

Sun 11/16

10:30 pm-5:38 am

Nonstop4h 08m

$257

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 12/12

6:05 am-11:30 am

2 stops8h 25m

San Diego

Wed 12/17

10:40 am-10:20 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$258

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 12/4

6:23 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 36m

San Diego

Sat 12/6

11:24 am-6:45 pm

Nonstop4h 21m

$258

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 12/12

6:23 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 36m

San Diego

Sun 12/14

11:24 am-6:45 pm

Nonstop4h 21m

$258

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Best time to book a flight from Alabama to San Diego

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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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AL to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Alabama to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 23, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Alabama to San Diego is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Alabama to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Alabama to San Diego. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Alabama to San Diego flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 4h 47m. Fly via Frontier, Southwest, or Alaska Airlines 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 Southwest ($87), Frontier ($141), and United Airlines ($148).

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

    Most travelers choose Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - San Diego, Birmingham - San Diego or Pensacola - San Diego when deciding on the best route 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 October 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$266Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$341Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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