Travelling from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-7, which makes San Francisco two hours behind Birmingham.
Your BHM to SFO flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between BHM and SFO:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Denver International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is Rs42,972. A return ticket right now is Rs85,989. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BHM to SFO, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from BHM to SFO.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
You'll find BHM at 5900 Airport Highway.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from BHM land at their destination as scheduled 80.37% of the time.
To get to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport from central Birmingham, it'll take about 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near BHM:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Book a hotel near SFO if you're on a late Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond San Francisco's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to the centre of San Francisco has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 22ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BHM to SFO sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
San Francisco has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. Around 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a trip to San Jose will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
