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$74+ 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 1/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — SAN
Jan 7 — Jan 141
Wed 1/7
Wed 1/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 December 8, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:59 pmATL - SAN
2 stops31h 00mFrontier
Tue 1/63:29 pmSAN - ATL
1 stop16h 38mFrontier
Deal found 12/7$200
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/182:12 pmATL - SAN
1 stop25h 26mFrontier
Wed 1/77:00 amSAN - ATL
1 stop25h 07mFrontier
Deal found 12/7$211
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/203:09 pmATL - SAN
1 stop11h 46mFrontier
Tue 1/63:29 pmSAN - ATL
1 stop16h 38mFrontier
Deal found 12/7$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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.
Mon 12/229:57 pmATL - SAN
2 stops41h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/119:19 pmSAN - ATL
1 stop11h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$219
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/182:12 pmATL - SAN
1 stop25h 26mFrontier
Fri 1/96:36 amSAN - ATL
1 stop25h 31mFrontier
Deal found 12/7$225
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:30 pmATL - SAN
1 stop25h 45mFrontier
Wed 12/316:25 amSAN - ATL
1 stop10h 22mFrontier
Deal found 12/6$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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.
Mon 12/227:59 pmATL - SAN
1 stop19h 12mFrontier
Sun 1/119:19 pmSAN - ATL
1 stop11h 22mFrontier
Deal found 12/6$230
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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.
Wed 12/178:41 amATL - SAN
1 stop17h 05mFrontier
Tue 12/231:06 pmSAN - ATL
1 stop20h 56mFrontier
Deal found 12/5$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Tue 12/168:41 amATL - SAN
1 stop17h 05mFrontier
Wed 12/314:47 pmSAN - ATL
1 stop9h 41mFrontier
Deal found 12/8$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/249:38 amHSV - SAN
1 stop28h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/63:29 pmSAN - HSV
2 stops48h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7$360
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Sun 12/212:11 pmHSV - SAN
1 stop9h 58mDelta
Wed 12/3110:30 pmSAN - HSV
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Deal found 12/8$394
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2112:15 pmCHA - SAN
1 stop9h 26mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/257:00 amSAN - CHA
1 stop7h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/6$397

Find 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 December 8, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$165
(Priceline)

One-way from

$74
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$408
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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 December 8, 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

Mon 1/5

7:26 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 33m

San Diego

Mon 1/12

6:36 am-6:41 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$203

PensacolaSan Diego

PNS - SAN

PNSSAN

Pensacola

Mon 1/5

3:35 pm-9:58 pm

2 stops32h 23m

San Diego

Mon 1/12

6:36 am-6:41 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$239

PensacolaSan Diego

PNS - SAN

PNSSAN

Pensacola

Thu 1/15

7:27 pm-12:15 am

1 stop30h 48m

San Diego

Sun 1/25

8:16 pm-6:51 pm

2 stops20h 35m

$247

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 1/14

3:08 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop8h 28m

San Diego

Tue 1/20

1:58 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$256

PensacolaSan Diego

PNS - SAN

PNSSAN

Pensacola

Fri 1/9

7:33 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 26m

San Diego

Mon 1/12

6:36 am-6:41 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$267

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 4/6

6:00 am-7:15 pm

2 stops40h 15m

San Diego

Mon 4/13

6:25 am-7:47 pm

1 stop10h 22m

$280

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 1/20

11:35 am-6:40 pm

2 stops10h 05m

San Diego

Tue 1/20

9:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop9h 50m

$282

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 1/7

4:47 pm-6:51 pm

Nonstop5h 04m

San Diego

Mon 1/12

11:03 am-6:14 pm

Nonstop4h 11m

$285

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Thu 1/15

3:03 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop10h 28m

San Diego

Sat 1/17

10:30 pm-9:03 am

1 stop7h 33m

$289

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Tue 1/13

3:00 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop7h 39m

San Diego

Sat 1/17

10:30 pm-9:03 am

1 stop7h 33m

$289

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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 December 8, 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 December 16, 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 6h 33m. Fly via Frontier, American Airlines, or Southwest to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1766 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 ($133), United Airlines ($149), and Delta ($158).

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

    Most travelers choose Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - San Diego, Huntsville - 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 December 8, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$266Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$336Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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