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$58+ Cheap flights from Alabama 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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — SFO
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Tue 1/14
Tue 1/21
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Cheap flight deals from Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Alabama (USAL) to San Francisco Bay Area (zzXIH). 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 9, 2025.

Round-trip from

$129
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$58
(Trip.com)
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Cheapest flights from Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 9, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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.
Sat 1/255:14 pmPNS - SFO
1 stop8h 55mFrontier
Mon 2/36:05 amSFO - PNS
1 stop10h 12mFrontier
Deal found 1/9$129
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Thu 5/88:33 pmATL - SFO
Nonstop5h 21mFrontier
Wed 5/219:53 pmSFO - ATL
1 stop6h 38mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$165
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 2/410:33 amATL - OAK
2 stops14h 02mSpirit Airlines
Wed 2/1212:40 pmOAK - ATL
2 stops14h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/8$172
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/205:30 amATL - SFO
1 stop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/2411:02 amSFO - ATL
2 stops21h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8$181
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/228:49 pmATL - SJC
1 stop12h 49mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/284:03 pmSJC - ATL
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/9$188
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Fri 1/249:15 amATL - SJC
1 stop8h 25mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/275:09 pmSJC - ATL
2 stops22h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/8$193
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Thu 1/237:26 amATL - SJC
1 stop11h 53mFrontier
Mon 1/274:02 pmSJC - ATL
1 stop6h 09mFrontier
Deal found 1/8$210
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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 6/39:55 pmATL - SFO
Nonstop5h 23mDelta
Wed 6/113:15 pmSFO - ATL
Nonstop4h 54mDelta
Deal found 1/9$239
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/125:35 pmATL - OAK
1 stop9h 08mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1812:40 pmOAK - ATL
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8$243
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 2/184:03 pmATL - SFO
1 stop8h 38mAlaska Airlines
Mon 2/246:00 amSFO - ATL
1 stop6h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/8$243
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Thu 2/204:03 pmATL - SJC
1 stop9h 42mAlaska Airlines
Thu 2/276:15 amSJC - ATL
1 stop5h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/8$248
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 4/2212:33 pmATL - SFO
1 stop9h 33mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/2912:43 amSFO - ATL
1 stop6h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/8$259

Find flights from Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Alabama 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 January 9, 2025.

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PensacolaSan Francisco

PNS - SFO

PNSSFO

Pensacola

Thu 2/6

7:17 pm-12:47 pm

1 stop19h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 2/10

6:05 am-6:17 pm

1 stop10h 12m

$160

AtlantaSan Francisco

ATL - SFO

ATLSFO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 5/8

8:33 pm-10:54 pm

Nonstop5h 21m

San Francisco

Tue 5/20

9:53 pm-7:31 am

1 stop6h 38m

$165

AtlantaOakland

ATL - OAK

ATLOAK

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 2/4

10:33 am-9:35 pm

2 stops14h 02m

Oakland

Wed 2/12

12:40 pm-5:45 am

2 stops14h 05m

$172

AtlantaSan Francisco

ATL - SFO

ATLSFO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 2/20

5:30 am-2:40 pm

1 stop12h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 2/24

11:02 am-11:53 am

2 stops21h 51m

$181

AtlantaSan Jose

ATL - SJC

ATLSJC

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 2/25

8:00 am-10:21 am

3 stops29h 21m

San Jose

Thu 2/27

3:28 pm-5:45 am

1 stop11h 17m

$188

AtlantaSan Jose

ATL - SJC

ATLSJC

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 1/27

5:33 am-8:39 pm

2 stops18h 06m

San Jose

Thu 1/30

1:11 pm-10:36 am

1 stop18h 25m

$195

AtlantaSan Jose

ATL - SJC

ATLSJC

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 1/23

7:26 am-4:19 pm

1 stop11h 53m

San Jose

Mon 1/27

4:02 pm-1:11 am

1 stop6h 09m

$210

AtlantaOakland

ATL - OAK

ATLOAK

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 2/12

5:35 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Oakland

Wed 2/19

12:40 pm-6:45 am

1 stop15h 05m

$237

AtlantaSan Francisco

ATL - SFO

ATLSFO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 6/3

9:55 pm-12:18 am

Nonstop5h 23m

San Francisco

Wed 6/11

3:15 pm-11:09 pm

Nonstop4h 54m

$239

AtlantaSan Francisco

ATL - SFO

ATLSFO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 2/18

4:03 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop8h 38m

San Francisco

Mon 2/24

6:00 am-3:03 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$243

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Best time to book a flight from Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area

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Travel insights for flights from Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Alabama 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 January 9, 2025.

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

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 January 9, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, American Airlines and Southwest from Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,650 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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
4,650 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,650 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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
9,635 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,650 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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
8,501 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,650 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,191 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,650 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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
8,942 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,650 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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 Francisco Bay Area. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $58. Spirit Airlines flights start at $80 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $119 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Alabama 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 Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 Alabama to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Alabama 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 January 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$198Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$233Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$283Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$331Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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