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$172+ Cheap flights from Birmingham, AL (BHM) to San Francisco Bay Area

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BHM — SFO
Jan 14 — Jan 211
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Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHM) 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

$309
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$172
(Delta)
From Birmingham to San Francisco Bay Area
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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 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.
Wed 2/194:09 pmBHM - SJC
2 stops17h 41mSpirit Airlines
Sat 2/229:18 pmSJC - BHM
3 stops15h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/9$309
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.
Thu 2/66:00 pmBHM - OAK
3 stops31h 36mSpirit Airlines
Wed 2/2612:40 pmOAK - BHM
3 stops24h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/8$326
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.
Wed 2/196:00 pmBHM - SFO
1 stop7h 46mDelta
Wed 2/266:00 amSFO - BHM
1 stop7h 18mDelta
Deal found 1/9$327
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.
Mon 2/244:55 pmBHM - SFO
1 stop8h 14mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/15:00 amSFO - BHM
1 stop6h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/8$343
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2210:45 amBHM - SFO
1 stop8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/11:27 pmSFO - BHM
1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/8$344
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/196:25 amBHM - SFO
2 stops11h 45mSouthwest
Wed 2/266:35 amSFO - BHM
2 stops11h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 1/8$400
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/193:30 pmBHM - SJC
1 stop8h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/2212:59 pmSJC - BHM
1 stop6h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/9$428
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/286:28 amBHM - SJC
1 stop9h 07mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/36:10 amSJC - BHM
2 stops10h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/8$448
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/235:05 amBHM - SJC
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Wed 2/2611:10 amSJC - BHM
1 stop9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 1/9$477
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/82:06 pmBHM - SJC
1 stop9h 58mDelta
Fri 2/146:40 amSJC - BHM
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Deal found 1/8$488
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/611:30 amBHM - OAK
2 stops14h 26mDelta
Wed 2/265:00 pmOAK - BHM
2 stops13h 12mDelta
Deal found 1/8$579
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/39:26 amBHM - STS
2 stops8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/72:24 pmSTS - BHM
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$654

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

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 January 9, 2025.

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BirminghamSan Jose

BHM - SJC

BHMSJC

Birmingham

Wed 2/19

4:09 pm-7:50 am

2 stops17h 41m

San Jose

Sat 2/22

9:18 pm-3:14 pm

3 stops15h 56m

$309

BirminghamOakland

BHM - OAK

BHMOAK

Birmingham

Thu 2/6

6:00 pm-11:36 pm

3 stops31h 36m

Oakland

Wed 2/26

12:40 pm-3:14 pm

3 stops24h 34m

$326

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Wed 2/19

6:00 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop7h 46m

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

6:00 am-3:18 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$327

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Mon 2/24

4:55 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop8h 14m

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

5:00 am-1:56 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$343

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Sat 2/22

7:00 am-3:04 pm

1 stop10h 04m

San Francisco

Fri 2/28

12:32 am-9:39 am

1 stop7h 07m

$344

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHM - SFO

BHMSFO

Birmingham

Wed 2/19

6:25 am-4:10 pm

2 stops11h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

6:35 am-7:35 pm

2 stops11h 00m

$400

BirminghamSan Jose

BHM - SJC

BHMSJC

Birmingham

Wed 2/19

3:30 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop8h 03m

San Jose

Sat 2/22

12:59 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$428

BirminghamSan Jose

BHM - SJC

BHMSJC

Birmingham

Tue 1/28

6:28 am-1:35 pm

1 stop9h 07m

San Jose

Mon 2/3

6:10 am-6:32 pm

2 stops10h 22m

$448

BirminghamSan Jose

BHM - SJC

BHMSJC

Birmingham

Sun 2/23

5:05 am-10:55 am

1 stop7h 50m

San Jose

Wed 2/26

11:10 am-10:30 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$477

BirminghamSan Jose

BHM - SJC

BHMSJC

Birmingham

Sat 2/8

2:06 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop9h 58m

San Jose

Fri 2/14

6:40 am-3:19 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$488

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

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Travel insights for flights from Birmingham to San Francisco Bay Area

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

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 $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 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 January 9, 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 January 9, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines and Southwest 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,650 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,634 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,650 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,941 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,650 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
4,650 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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 Birmingham 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 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 $172 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $177 and Southwest from $191 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 $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 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 January 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$326Average$693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$331Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$336Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$340Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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