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.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your BHM to SFO flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers 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)
Currently, RM707 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM1,450. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BHM to SFO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80.37% of flights that depart BHM arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BHM? If you're catching an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're coming in on a late Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near SFO:
Grab a San Francisco International Airport rental car and discover San Francisco and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to San Francisco. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Lock in your flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BHM to SFO sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Fresno is another favourite destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No journey is complete without seeing Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.