$154 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Birmingham (BHM)

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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Birmingham (SAN-BHM)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $154 for one-way flights and $285 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Fri, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 30
SAN
San Diego
BHM
Birmingham
$285 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$285
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from San Diego to Birmingham, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $285 found 4 days ago
Delta
Sat, Aug 23 - Mon, Aug 25
SAN
San Diego
BHM
Birmingham
$294 Roundtrip, just found
$294
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from San Diego to Birmingham, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $294 just found
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 23
SAN
San Diego
BHM
Birmingham
$295 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$295
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from San Diego to Birmingham, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $295 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Sat, Aug 23 - Mon, Aug 25
SAN
San Diego
BHM
Birmingham
$299 Roundtrip, just found
$299
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from San Diego to Birmingham, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $299 just found
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 16
SAN
San Diego
BHM
Birmingham
$313 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$313
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from San Diego to Birmingham, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $313 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Wed, Sep 24 - Fri, Sep 26
SAN
San Diego
BHM
Birmingham
$315 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$315
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from San Diego to Birmingham, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $315 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 11
SAN
San Diego
BHM
Birmingham
$317 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$317
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from San Diego to Birmingham, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $317 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, Aug 23 - Mon, Aug 25
SAN
San Diego
BHM
Birmingham
$320 Roundtrip, just found
$320
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from San Diego to Birmingham, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $320 just found
United
Sat, Aug 23 - Mon, Aug 25
SAN
San Diego
BHM
Birmingham
$320 Roundtrip, just found
$320
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from San Diego to Birmingham, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $320 just found
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Aug 23 - Mon, Aug 25
SAN
San Diego
BHM
Birmingham
$326 Roundtrip, just found
$326
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from San Diego to Birmingham, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $326 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego (SAN) to Birmingham (BHM)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $217 - $676 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Birmingham Intl. BHM. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 8 minutes. Flights from $421
BHM
Birmingham Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center8 min
Flights from $421
Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Birmingham (BHM)
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Birmingham Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$284
Distance
1755 mi

San Diego to Birmingham Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Diego to Birmingham

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Diego to Birmingham are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Diego to Birmingham with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Diego to Birmingham

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Diego to Birmingham: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Diego to Birmingham

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Diego to Birmingham in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $154 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Diego to Birmingham flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Diego to Birmingham airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM) cost?
Discover the latest flight deals from SAN to BHM by entering your preferred travel dates and searching on Expedia. Easily compare prices by departure date if you have flexibility with your schedule and use handy filters to explore prices for your preferred journey. As a member of One Key™, our free loyalty program, you can use Price Tracking to watch fares and receive notifications if prices go up or down.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SAN to BHM?
The cheapest flights from SAN to BHM are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SAN to BHM?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from SAN to BHM. Sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snap up a great deal.
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM)?
There are no daily nonstop flights available from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM). But you can choose flights with layovers. Filter your search results on Expedia to include one or two stops, and you'll be on your way in no time.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to BHM?
Generally you'll find the largest variety of flight choices on a Friday. Tuesdays tend to be the quietest.* But this can vary depending on the season, airline and other factors.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM)?
To avoid potential delays on the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM) route, fly before 3 PM. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SAN to BHM shortly before your getaway is generally more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your schedule, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to BHM flight and hotel package?
You can save money by securing a SAN to BHM flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one place. Once you've selected your ideal flights and accommodations, consider other add-ons like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM)?
If you reserved your SAN to BHM flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for further details.

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