Flying from San Diego to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): What you need to know
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is San Diego's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from San Diego to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) jetting off from here.
The timezone in Birmingham is UTC+0, which is seven hours ahead of San Diego. Birmingham International Airport is located in Birmingham.
To ensure you get on your flight from San Diego to BHX, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Stopovers offer the opportunity to visit a new place or just have a break during your trip. When looking for a cheap flight from San Diego to BHX, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) is an option when departing from San Diego International Airport (SAN).
Located around 5 kilometres from central San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Diego to Birmingham International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near San Diego International Airport:
When it comes to San Diego International Airport's on-time performance, 71.38% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
CLD is about 56 kilometres from central San Diego. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your San Diego to BHX flight? Check in to a hotel near McClellan-Palomar Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
About Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from San Diego to Birmingham International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near BHX instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Birmingham International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and explore beyond Birmingham's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your San Diego to Birmingham International Airport flight.
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Birmingham. The time it takes to get there by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Birmingham International Airport is R 5,242. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 11,003. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from San Diego to BHX, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
Affordable San Diego to Birmingham International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from San Diego to BHX.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
June is when most people book flights from San Diego to Birmingham International Airport (BHX). Visit Birmingham in February for a more laid-back experience.
Book a San Diego to BHX plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Birmingham to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from San Diego to Birmingham International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Birmingham
Once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Birmingham International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Birmingham:
Your visit to Birmingham won't be complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions worth exploring include The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Birmingham, now it's time to explore other corners of the United Kingdom. Travel around 153 kilometres south-east to London to tick off its top sights. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Bristol is another standout destination in the United Kingdom and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Birmingham. No journey is complete without dropping by Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.
