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$208+ Cheap flights from Birmingham, AL to San Diego (BHM - 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 3/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — SAN
Dec 15 — Dec 221
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The best prices from Birmingham to San Diego are usually found in December or August, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHM) to San Diego (SAN). 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 December 10, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$323
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$209
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$406
Provider with most accurate pricing for Birmingham-San Diego flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Birmingham-San Diego flights.
From Birmingham to San Diego
One-way flight from Birmingham to San Diego
High demand for flights, 15% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 10, 2024.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Tue 12/244:40 pmBHM - SAN
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Fri 1/39:55 pmSAN - BHM
2 stops12h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$421
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/2410:49 amBHM - SAN
1 stop9h 40mDelta
Thu 1/97:25 amSAN - BHM
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Deal found 12/9$437
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/244:50 pmBHM - SAN
1 stop6h 36mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/288:51 pmSAN - BHM
2 stops10h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/8$441
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/255:00 amBHM - SAN
1 stop7h 02mAlaska Airlines
Fri 1/108:25 amSAN - BHM
1 stop6h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9$517
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Mon 12/168:41 amBHM - SAN
2 stops15h 36mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/34:42 pmSAN - BHM
3 stops17h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/9$689
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/146:50 amBHM - SAN
1 stop9h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/2112:54 pmSAN - BHM
1 stop8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$926

Find flights from Birmingham to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Birmingham 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 2,857,848 searches. Data last updated December 10, 2024.

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BirminghamSan Diego

BHM - SAN

BHMSAN

Birmingham

Tue 1/7

1:45 pm-5:11 pm

3 stops29h 26m

San Diego

Thu 1/9

5:01 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops22h 04m

$323

BirminghamSan Diego

BHM - SAN

BHMSAN

Birmingham

Tue 1/7

12:11 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop9h 59m

San Diego

Thu 1/9

3:26 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$371

BirminghamSan Diego

BHM - SAN

BHMSAN

Birmingham

Fri 1/17

3:53 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 37m

San Diego

Tue 1/21

12:13 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$386

BirminghamSan Diego

BHM - SAN

BHMSAN

Birmingham

Wed 1/8

6:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop6h 30m

San Diego

Wed 1/15

7:10 am-2:35 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$412

BirminghamSan Diego

BHM - SAN

BHMSAN

Birmingham

Tue 12/24

10:49 am-6:29 pm

1 stop9h 40m

San Diego

Wed 1/8

6:15 am-3:08 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$437

BirminghamSan Diego

BHM - SAN

BHMSAN

Birmingham

Wed 12/25

5:00 am-10:02 am

1 stop7h 02m

San Diego

Fri 1/10

8:25 am-4:34 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$517

BirminghamSan Diego

BHM - SAN

BHMSAN

Birmingham

Thu 3/20

5:05 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$208

BirminghamSan Diego

BHM - SAN

BHMSAN

Birmingham

Mon 12/16

8:41 am-10:17 pm

2 stops15h 36m

$209

BirminghamSan Diego

BHM - SAN

BHMSAN

Birmingham

Tue 12/31

5:00 am-10:02 am

1 stop7h 02m

$219

BirminghamSan Diego

BHM - SAN

BHMSAN

Birmingham

Mon 12/16

6:45 am-12:39 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$423

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Birmingham to San Diego in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 Birmingham, Alabama-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Birmingham, Alabama-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Birmingham, Alabama-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Birmingham, Alabama-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Birmingham, Alabama-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Birmingham to San Diego

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Birmingham to San Diego including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Birmingham to San Diego. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Birmingham, Alabama to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 44 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 BHM to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham 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 10, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Birmingham, Alabama to San Diego is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Birmingham to San Diego. Price data was last updated on December 8, 2024.

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

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated December 10, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Birmingham to San Diego, such as Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest. 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.
8.1
Very good
4,902 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
4,902 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,902 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
9,524 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,902 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,656 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,902 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
9,107 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,902 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,902 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Birmingham, Alabama to San Diego round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($323), American Airlines ($371), and United Airlines ($386) offers the cheapest pricing from Birmingham, Alabama to San Diego. Spirit Airlines is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $209. American Airlines flights start at $219 while deals on Southwest start at $243 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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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