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Cheapest round-trip
$331
Typical prices: $442-$586
United Airlines
Fri 12/7Tue 12/11
BHM - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$194
Typical prices: $249-$389
Southwest
Sat 12/22
BHM - SNA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Birmingham and Santa Ana. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 24% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $415 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Santa Ana (BHM-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Birmingham to Santa Ana

Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
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3:54 pm - 9:09 pmBHM  Birmingham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:50 am - 2:56 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BHM Birmingham
6h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
$331United Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
Delta Logo
2:50 pm - 10:18 pmBHM  Birmingham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:40 am - 9:30 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BHM Birmingham
7h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$331Delta
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
Southwest Logo
9:35 am - 7:20 pmBHM  Birmingham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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1:45 pm - 11:10 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BHM Birmingham
7h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$336Southwest
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
United Airlines Logo
4:49 pm - 9:45 pmBHM  Birmingham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 56m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
6:50 am - 2:56 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BHM Birmingham
6h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
$351United Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
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1:15 pm - 10:15 pmBHM  Birmingham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:04 pm - 11:15 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BHM Birmingham
7h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$356United Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
Southwest Logo
6:35 am - 1:05 pmBHM  Birmingham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 30m2 stops Dallas Love Field Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Southwest Logo
1:45 pm - 11:10 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BHM Birmingham
7h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$369Southwest
Mon, Dec 21 - Thu, Dec 31
American Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 10:04 amBHM  Birmingham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 4:51 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BHM Birmingham
6h 51m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$400American Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
Southwest Logo
11:30 am - 7:00 pmBHM  Birmingham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 30m2 stops Dallas Love Field Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
1:45 pm - 10:35 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BHM Birmingham
6h 50m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas Love Field
$402Southwest
Sun, Dec 20 - Tue, Dec 29
American Airlines Logo
3:14 pm - 10:31 pmBHM  Birmingham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 4:51 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BHM Birmingham
8h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$573American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 12:35 pmBHM  Birmingham-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 2:36 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BHM Birmingham
5h 51m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$627American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Birmingham to Santa Ana flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Birmingham to Santa Ana?

Round-trip flights from Birmingham to Santa Ana typically range from $442 to $586. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $331, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Santa Ana?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Santa Ana. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 69% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Santa Ana?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Santa Ana at $393 round-trip.
•December ($809) and February ($576) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 105% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Birmingham to Santa Ana flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$194
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 66% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Birmingham to Santa Ana

When to book flights from Birmingham to Santa Ana

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Birmingham to Santa Ana based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Birmingham to Santa Ana flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Birmingham to Santa Ana?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Birmingham to Santa Ana:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Birmingham to Santa Ana?

    A nonstop flight from Birmingham to Santa Ana takes 00m, covering 1,782 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham to Santa Ana?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Birmingham to Santa Ana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Birmingham to Santa Ana range from $442 to $586, with an average of $516 over the past 12 months. Anything below $442 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Birmingham to Santa Ana changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $331 to $3,096. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Birmingham to Santa Ana looking right now?

    One-way fares from Birmingham to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $246, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA)?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $58 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Birmingham to Santa Ana?

    Flights from Birmingham to Santa Ana usually depart from Birmingham (BHM) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Birmingham to Santa Ana pass through?

    One-stop flights from Birmingham to Santa Ana most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 64% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Birmingham to Santa Ana?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 49% on flights from Birmingham to Santa Ana. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $447 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $876, a difference of $429.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Birmingham to Santa Ana?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 45m, compared with 6h 51m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 7h 02m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Birmingham and Santa Ana?

    Santa Ana is 2 hours behind Birmingham (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Santa Ana?

    Some of the most popular sights in Santa Ana are Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport, Santa Ana Zoo and Old Orange County Courthouse. These are among the most viewed places in Santa Ana on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Birmingham to Santa Ana flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $447, about $429 less than Sunday fares (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Birmingham to Santa Ana trip for January. Fares historically average $393 round-trip in that month - typically $416 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport.

    • voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
    • Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
    • Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County

More options for your flight from Birmingham to Santa Ana

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