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$159+ Cheap flights from Birmingham, AL (BHM) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 10/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — SFO
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Birmingham to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$317
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$159
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$437
From Birmingham to San Francisco Bay Area
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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/1411:00 amBHM - SFO
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/217:00 amSFO - BHM
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 12/243:30 pmBHM - SFO
1 stop9h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/3012:25 amSFO - BHM
1 stop6h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$327
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Mon 12/156:07 pmBHM - SFO
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Tue 1/69:30 pmSFO - BHM
1 stop8h 53mDelta
Deal found 9/16$334
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Mon 12/154:17 pmBHM - SFO
1 stop9h 44mDelta
Thu 1/86:00 amSFO - BHM
1 stop8h 57mDelta
Deal found 9/16$351
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/1410:15 amBHM - SFO
1 stop13h 35mSouthwest
Tue 10/215:30 amSFO - BHM
2 stops9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$359
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Wed 12/35:35 amBHM - OAK
2 stops10h 20mSouthwest
Fri 12/124:00 pmOAK - BHM
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 9/17$373
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 11/265:15 amBHM - SFO
1 stop9h 15mDelta
Tue 12/26:00 amSFO - BHM
1 stop9h 01mDelta
Deal found 9/16$377
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 12/1611:25 amBHM - SFO
2 stops9h 10mSouthwest
Mon 1/53:55 pmSFO - BHM
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/16$382
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 12/136:45 amBHM - SFO
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Wed 1/78:00 amSFO - BHM
1 stop9h 00mDelta
Deal found 9/16$388
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Thu 12/255:20 amBHM - SJC
1 stop7h 56mDelta
Wed 12/317:00 amSJC - BHM
1 stop9h 23mDelta
Deal found 9/17$392
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 10/189:20 amBHM - SFO
1 stop8h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/195:15 amSFO - BHM
1 stop9h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$394
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/116:05 amBHM - OAK
2 stops12h 06mDelta
Sat 11/155:45 amOAK - BHM
2 stops9h 14mDelta
Deal found 9/16$395

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Birmingham to San Francisco Bay Area 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

Fly from

Birmingham

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Wed 10/15

6:10 am-12:19 pm

1 stop8h 09m

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

7:00 am-4:34 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$317

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Mon 12/15

4:17 pm-12:01 am

1 stop9h 44m

San Francisco

Thu 1/8

6:00 am-4:57 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$351

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Tue 10/14

10:15 am-9:50 pm

1 stop13h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

5:30 am-4:50 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$359

BirminghamOakland

BHM - OAK

BHMOAK

Birmingham

Wed 12/3

5:35 am-1:55 pm

2 stops10h 20m

Oakland

Fri 12/12

4:00 pm-12:50 am

1 stop6h 50m

$373

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Wed 11/26

5:15 am-12:30 pm

1 stop9h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 12/2

6:00 am-5:01 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$377

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Tue 12/16

10:05 am-6:35 pm

1 stop10h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 1/5

3:55 pm-12:50 am

1 stop6h 55m

$382

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Sat 12/13

6:45 am-12:26 pm

1 stop7h 41m

San Francisco

Wed 1/7

8:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$388

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Sat 12/13

6:45 am-12:26 pm

1 stop7h 41m

San Francisco

Tue 1/6

9:30 pm-8:23 am

1 stop8h 53m

$388

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Wed 11/19

10:05 am-2:40 pm

1 stop6h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 11/22

4:35 pm-12:55 am

1 stop6h 20m

$394

BirminghamOakland

BHM - OAK

BHMOAK

Birmingham

Tue 11/11

6:05 am-4:11 pm

2 stops12h 06m

Oakland

Sat 11/15

5:45 am-4:59 pm

2 stops9h 14m

$395

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

When flying from Birmingham, Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Birmingham to San Francisco Bay Area have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Birmingham to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Birmingham (BHM), located 4.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Birmingham to San Francisco Bay Area.

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham, Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area?

    For as low as $317, United Airlines can have you in San Francisco Bay Area from Birmingham, Alabama in 8h 09m. The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area is about 2008 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 Birmingham, Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $159 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $159 and United Airlines from $159 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Birmingham, Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area?

    When deciding which route to take from Birmingham, Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area consider Birmingham - San Francisco, Birmingham - San Jose or Birmingham - Oakland as they are the most popular.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Birmingham to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 Birmingham to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$307Average$696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$342Average$534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$352Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$397Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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