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$180+ Cheap flights from Birmingham, AL to Santa Ana, CA (BHM - SNA)

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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — SNA
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Thu 2/26
Thu 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Santa Ana

Cheapest flights from Birmingham to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 27, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Thu 2/2612:20 pm
BHM
-
SNA
1 stop7h 55m
Southwest
Mon 3/26:45 am
SNA
-
BHM
1 stop7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 1/26$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 2/187:02 am
BHM
-
SNA
1 stop9h 21m
American Airlines
Sat 2/217:45 am
SNA
-
BHM
1 stop7h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/25$442
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/175:00 am
BHM
-
SNA
2 stops9h 37m
American Airlines
Tue 3/247:15 am
SNA
-
BHM
1 stop7h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$444
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/179:15 am
BHM
-
SNA
2 stops13h 48m
United Airlines
Tue 3/247:00 am
SNA
-
BHM
2 stops12h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$486
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/183:23 pm
BHM
-
SNA
1 stop8h 45m
United Airlines
Sat 2/216:45 am
SNA
-
BHM
1 stop9h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$493
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 3/23:20 pm
BHM
-
SNA
1 stop8h 25m
Southwest
Sat 3/2112:45 pm
SNA
-
BHM
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 1/25$496
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Fri 2/136:00 am
BHM
-
SNA
1 stop8h 25m
Southwest
Mon 2/161:50 pm
SNA
-
BHM
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/26$527

Find flight deals from Birmingham to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHM) to Santa Ana (SNA). 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 January 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$385
(Southwest)

One-way from

$180
(Southwest)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$408
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($35 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Santa Ana that are best for you.

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Birmingham

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Santa Ana

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Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamSanta Ana

BHM - SNA

BHMSNA

Birmingham

Tue 4/14

1:20 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 4/20

8:50 am-5:35 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$385

BirminghamSanta Ana

BHM - SNA

BHMSNA

Birmingham

Thu 2/26

12:20 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 3/2

6:45 am-4:35 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$385

BirminghamSanta Ana

BHM - SNA

BHMSNA

Birmingham

Tue 3/17

5:00 am-12:37 pm

2 stops9h 37m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/24

7:15 am-4:39 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$444

BirminghamSanta Ana

BHM - SNA

BHMSNA

Birmingham

Tue 3/17

9:15 am-9:03 pm

2 stops13h 48m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/24

7:00 am-9:57 pm

2 stops12h 57m

$486

BirminghamSanta Ana

BHM - SNA

BHMSNA

Birmingham

Wed 2/18

3:23 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/21

6:45 am-6:20 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$493

BirminghamSanta Ana

BHM - SNA

BHMSNA

Birmingham

Mon 3/2

3:20 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 3/21

12:45 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops7h 30m

$496

BirminghamSanta Ana

BHM - SNA

BHMSNA

Birmingham

Tue 2/24

6:30 am-11:27 am

1 stop6h 57m

$184

BirminghamSanta Ana

BHM - SNA

BHMSNA

Birmingham

Tue 2/17

3:20 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$184

BirminghamSanta Ana

BHM - SNA

BHMSNA

Birmingham

Wed 2/18

10:30 am-4:05 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$184

BirminghamSanta Ana

BHM - SNA

BHMSNA

Birmingham

Wed 4/15

6:20 am-1:55 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$185

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Deals found on 1/25

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Compare providers for flights from Birmingham to Santa Ana

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Birmingham to Santa Ana in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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-Santa Ana, California flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Birmingham, Alabama-Santa Ana, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Birmingham, Alabama-Santa Ana, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Birmingham, Alabama-Santa Ana, California 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-Santa Ana, California flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to Santa Ana

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Ana, California?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Ana, California (average of $134). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Ana, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Ana, California?

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Ana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Ana. 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 Santa Ana. Reviews last updated January 27, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest and American Airlines from Birmingham to Santa Ana to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
4,268 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
11,197 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Birmingham to Santa Ana. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Ana, California?

    For as low as $385, Southwest can have you in Santa Ana, California from Birmingham, Alabama in 9h 15m. There are 1782 mi between Birmingham, Alabama and Santa Ana, California.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Ana, California round-trip?

    Currently priced at $296, American Airlines will fly you from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Ana, California and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Southwest for as low as $306. American Airlines is 38% 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 Santa Ana, California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $98 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $153 and United Airlines from $189 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to Santa Ana that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Birmingham to Santa Ana?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Birmingham to Santa Ana?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham to Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana, California?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Ana, California (average of $134). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Ana, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 2 airlines flying from Birmingham to Santa Ana

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham to Santa Ana. 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 January 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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