What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to California?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to California is to fly which costs $300 - $1,300 and takes 18h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to California?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to California is to train and fly which takes 15h 52m and costs $450 - $1,300.

How far is it from Birmingham to California?

The distance between Birmingham and California is 5331 miles.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to California?

It takes approximately 18h 21m to get from Birmingham to California, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Birmingham and California?

California is 8h behind Birmingham. It is currently 6:38 AM in Birmingham and 10:38 PM in California.

Where can I stay near California?

There are 3445+ hotels available in California.

Birmingham to California - 6 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Birmingham to California by plane or train

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Fly Birmingham Airport to San Francisco International Airport
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1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane BHX - SFO
18h 21m
$305–1,223
Fly Birmingham Airport to Los Angeles International Airport
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane BHX - LAX
17h 11m
$561–1,122
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to San Francisco International Airport
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane LHR - SFO
15h 52m
$459–1,276
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Los Angeles International Airport
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane LHR - LAX
16h 12m
$425–1,275
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to San Diego International Airport
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane LHR - SAN
16h 6m
$620–1,567
Fly Birmingham Airport to San Diego International Airport
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane BHX - SAN
18h 40m
$376–1,314

Birmingham Airport (BHX) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) flights

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19h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 5,300.2 mi
Duration: 18h 21m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and California, USA?

Aer Lingus and Ryanair fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) 3 times a day.

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