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$108+ 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 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — SFO
May 11 — May 181
Sun 5/11
Sun 5/18
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$327
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$108
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$496
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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 May 6, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Wed 5/281:43 pmBHM - SFO
1 stop8h 36mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/301:35 pmSFO - BHM
1 stop7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/4$327
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/24:38 pmBHM - OAK
2 stops20h 18mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/95:45 amOAK - BHM
3 stops37h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$338
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/116:00 amBHM - SJC
3 stops30h 06mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/1511:01 amSJC - BHM
2 stops26h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/6$348
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/97:42 pmBHM - SFO
1 stop7h 12mDelta
Fri 6/1310:59 pmSFO - BHM
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Deal found 5/5$380
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/122:35 pmBHM - SFO
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Wed 7/165:25 amSFO - BHM
2 stops10h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 5/5$382
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/114:01 pmBHM - SJC
1 stop8h 54mDelta
Sun 6/1510:25 pmSJC - BHM
1 stop7h 59mDelta
Deal found 5/6$401
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Thu 6/196:30 amBHM - SFO
1 stop7h 46mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/2211:59 pmSFO - BHM
1 stop7h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$417
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/26:20 amBHM - OAK
1 stop12h 30mSouthwest
Mon 6/92:00 pmOAK - BHM
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 5/5$445
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/194:58 pmBHM - SFO
3 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/2211:59 pmSFO - BHM
2 stops10h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$460
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/205:05 amBHM - SJC
1 stop8h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/2412:10 pmSJC - BHM
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/5$494
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/206:35 amBHM - SJC
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/247:00 amSJC - BHM
2 stops12h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$499
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/213:46 pmBHM - OAK
2 stops10h 03mDelta
Sun 5/256:00 amOAK - BHM
2 stops12h 11mDelta
Deal found 5/6$519

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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 May 6, 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

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Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Wed 5/28

1:43 pm-8:19 pm

1 stop8h 36m

San Francisco

Fri 5/30

1:35 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$327

BirminghamOakland

BHM - OAK

BHMOAK

Birmingham

Mon 6/2

4:38 pm-10:56 am

2 stops20h 18m

Oakland

Mon 6/9

5:45 am-9:44 pm

3 stops37h 59m

$338

BirminghamSan Jose

BHM - SJC

BHMSJC

Birmingham

Wed 6/11

6:00 am-10:06 am

3 stops30h 06m

San Jose

Sun 6/15

11:01 am-3:52 pm

2 stops26h 51m

$348

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Mon 6/9

7:42 pm-12:54 am

1 stop7h 12m

San Francisco

Fri 6/13

10:59 pm-8:53 am

1 stop7h 54m

$380

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Sat 7/12

2:35 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop7h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 7/16

5:25 am-6:20 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$382

BirminghamSan Jose

BHM - SJC

BHMSJC

Birmingham

Wed 6/11

4:01 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop8h 54m

San Jose

Sun 6/15

10:25 pm-8:24 am

1 stop7h 59m

$401

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Thu 6/19

6:30 am-12:16 pm

1 stop7h 46m

San Francisco

Sun 6/22

11:59 pm-9:43 am

1 stop7h 44m

$417

BirminghamOakland

BHM - OAK

BHMOAK

Birmingham

Mon 6/2

6:20 am-4:50 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Oakland

Mon 6/9

2:00 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$445

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Thu 6/19

4:58 pm-10:53 pm

3 stops31h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 6/22

11:59 pm-12:17 pm

2 stops10h 18m

$460

BirminghamSan Jose

BHM - SJC

BHMSJC

Birmingham

Tue 5/20

5:05 am-11:15 am

1 stop8h 10m

San Jose

Sat 5/24

12:10 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$494

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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 $380). 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 May 6, 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.

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 May 6, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Birmingham to San Francisco Bay Area by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,991 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,991 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,991 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,991 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,991 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,708 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,991 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,991 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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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.

  • 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 $108 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $115 and Southwest from $129 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 $380). 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 May 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$318Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$326Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$336Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$342Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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