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$87+ Cheap flights from Alabama to San Diego (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 12/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — SAN
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Alabama to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Alabama (USAL) 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 November 20, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Alabama to San Diego
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/109:00 amATL - SAN
1 stop17h 49mFrontier
Wed 12/116:25 amSAN - ATL
1 stop12h 45mFrontier
Deal found 11/18$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/810:06 pmATL - SAN
1 stop13h 07mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/138:42 amSAN - ATL
1 stop8h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$188
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/107:25 pmATL - SAN
Nonstop4h 48mDelta
Mon 12/1610:30 pmSAN - ATL
Nonstop4h 07mDelta
Deal found 11/19$197
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/1010:06 pmATL - SAN
2 stops15h 19mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/164:40 pmSAN - ATL
3 stops15h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$205
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/245:25 amATL - SAN
1 stop6h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/297:30 pmSAN - ATL
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$216
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/105:13 pmATL - SAN
Nonstop4h 42mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/166:17 amSAN - ATL
1 stop8h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$236
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/119:29 amHSV - SAN
1 stop10h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/157:15 pmSAN - HSV
2 stops17h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$281
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/255:38 pmPNS - SAN
1 stop8h 18mFrontier
Mon 12/26:25 amSAN - PNS
1 stop8h 13mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$282
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/1111:35 amHSV - SAN
1 stop6h 14mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/77:40 amSAN - HSV
1 stop9h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$288
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/187:12 amMGM - SAN
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/2512:45 pmSAN - MGM
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$296
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/175:47 pmMOB - SAN
1 stop6h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/62:42 pmSAN - MOB
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$309
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/125:34 pmATL - SAN
1 stop7h 13mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/165:15 pmSAN - ATL
2 stops14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$311

Find flights from Alabama to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Alabama 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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PensacolaSan Diego

PNS - SAN

PNSSAN

Pensacola

Mon 1/6

10:06 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop27h 43m

San Diego

Sat 1/18

6:25 am-4:13 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$138

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 12/10

9:00 am-11:49 pm

1 stop17h 49m

San Diego

Wed 12/11

6:25 am-10:10 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$185

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 12/8

10:06 pm-8:13 am

1 stop13h 07m

San Diego

Fri 12/13

8:42 am-8:26 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$188

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 2/6

4:08 pm-5:56 pm

Nonstop4h 48m

San Diego

Mon 2/10

5:29 pm-6:00 am

1 stop9h 31m

$196

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 12/13

7:25 pm-9:13 pm

Nonstop4h 48m

San Diego

Mon 12/16

10:30 pm-5:37 am

Nonstop4h 07m

$197

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 12/10

10:06 pm-9:15 am

1 stop14h 09m

San Diego

Mon 12/16

7:15 pm-10:45 am

2 stops12h 30m

$202

AtlantaSan Diego

ATL - SAN

ATLSAN

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 1/9

7:15 am-2:49 pm

2 stops10h 34m

San Diego

Wed 1/15

12:13 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$221

PensacolaSan Diego

PNS - SAN

PNSSAN

Pensacola

Mon 1/6

2:48 pm-10:12 pm

2 stops33h 24m

San Diego

Sat 1/18

6:25 am-4:13 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$226

HuntsvilleSan Diego

HSV - SAN

HSVSAN

Huntsville

Wed 12/11

9:29 am-6:15 pm

1 stop10h 46m

San Diego

Sun 12/15

7:15 pm-2:42 pm

2 stops17h 27m

$281

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Fri 1/17

2:38 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop7h 38m

San Diego

Fri 1/24

12:08 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$288

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Best time to book a flight from Alabama to San Diego

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Travel insights for flights from Alabama to San Diego

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from 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 AL to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Alabama 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 November 20, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Alabama to San Diego as you normally would.

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 November 20, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Frontier, Delta and Spirit Airlines from Alabama to San Diego by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego from Alabama?

    If you book a flight to San Diego from Alabama, you will be flying to San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Alabama to San Diego are Spirit Airlines ($87), Frontier ($88), and Alaska Airlines ($89).

  • What are the most popular routes from Alabama to San Diego?

    Most travelers choose Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - San Diego, Chattanooga Lovell Field - San Diego or Birmingham - San Diego when deciding on the best route from Alabama to San Diego.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Alabama to San Diego

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Alabama to San Diego. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$244Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$263Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$355Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$506Average$734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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