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$109 Find Cheap Flights from Albany to San Francisco

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Cheap Flights from Albany to San Francisco

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Albany to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Albany to San Francisco

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Albany to San Francisco.
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American Airlines Logo
5:36 am - 12:34 pmALB-SFO
9h 58m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 12:58 amSFO-ALB
8h 23m1 stop
$234American Airlines
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Wed, May 28 - Wed, Jun 4
United Airlines Logo
1:08 pm - 6:41 pmALB-SFO
8h 33m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 12:24 pmSFO-ALB
9h 25m1 stop
$251United Airlines
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Tue, Jun 10 - Tue, Jun 17
American Airlines Logo
11:38 am - 5:52 pmALB-SFO
9h 14m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
11:10 pm - 12:26 pmSFO-ALB
10h 16m2 stops
$256American Airlines
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Sat, Aug 23 - Sat, Aug 30
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:25 amALB-SFO
7h 25m1 stop
Delta Logo
11:59 pm - 11:38 amSFO-ALB
8h 39m1 stop
$277Delta
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Tue, Jun 10 - Tue, Jul 1
United Airlines Logo
7:36 pm - 12:57 amALB-SFO
8h 21m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
10:55 pm - 12:09 pmSFO-ALB
10h 14m1 stop
$298United Airlines
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Thu, Jul 31 - Sat, Aug 9
Delta Logo
12:41 pm - 6:46 pmALB-SFO
9h 05m1 stop
Delta Logo
11:59 pm - 11:36 amSFO-ALB
8h 37m1 stop
$318Delta
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Thu, Jul 10 - Sun, Jul 20
Southwest Logo
1:20 pm - 7:35 pmALB-SFO
9h 15m1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:55 pm - 7:55 amSFO-ALB
11h 00m2 stops
$319Southwest
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Tue, Jun 10 - Tue, Jul 1
Southwest Logo
2:30 pm - 10:40 pmALB-SFO
11h 10m2 stops
Southwest Logo
9:05 pm - 8:05 amSFO-ALB
8h 00m1 stop
$332Southwest
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Mon, Sep 15 - Fri, Sep 26
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 4:05 pmALB-SFO
13h 50m2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:36 pmSFO-ALB
14h 36m2 stops
$553Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Jun 5 - Tue, Jun 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 10:49 pmALB-SFO
8h 34m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:16 am - 11:39 pmSFO-ALB
12h 23m2 stops
$650Alaska Airlines
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Thu, May 15 - Thu, May 22
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Albany to San Francisco flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Albany to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from Albany to San Francisco? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albany to San Francisco?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Albany to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to San Francisco on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to Albany, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Albany to San Francisco?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Albany to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Albany to San Francisco is February, where tickets cost $364 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $545 and $527 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Albany to San Francisco?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Albany to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Albany to San Francisco, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
High seasonMay
Cheapest flight$109
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Albany to San Francisco

When to book flights from Albany to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Albany to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Albany to San Francisco

  • What is the most preferred means of transport to the city center from the San Francisco airport?

    The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system is highly recommended as the best method to go from the airport to San Francisco. You can reach the city's central business district in around 20 to 30 minutes.

  • Are there rental car services at the San Francisco Airport?

    There are different rental companies at SFO. They include Hertz, Alamo, Avis, and Budget. They are located on the other side of the airport from the parking garage.

  • How early should I get to Albany International Airport?

    Customers departing from Albany International Airport should be at the airport terminal 2 hours prior to their flight's departure time to check in. The Transportation and Security Administration has made this suggestion (TSA). The passenger screening procedure shall go as smoothly as is humanly possible, giving travelers the best possible experience.

  • Are there parking lots at Albany International Airport?

    Parking at Albany International Airport may be found in a wide variety of convenient and affordable locations for drivers to choose from. Credit cards may be used to pay for parking anywhere, and EZ-Pass Plus is accepted at most airport parking garages. If you go to the page labeled "Parking Rates," you may get an overview of the costs that apply to each individual parking lot.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Albany to San Francisco?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Albany to San Francisco was $109 for a one-way ticket and $234 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Albany and San Francisco?

    No

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Albany to San Francisco?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Albany to San Francisco?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Albany and San Francisco, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to San Francisco from Albany?

    Chicago is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Albany to San Francisco.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Albany to San Francisco, Delta or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Albany to San Francisco are Delta and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $442 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $498 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Albany to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Albany to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Albany to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Albany is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Albany to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Albany with another airline. Booking your flights between Albany and SFO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Albany to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Albany up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Albany to San Francisco

  • Albany International Airport (ALB) has a multi-level terminal with three connected concourses (A, B, and C). There a range of eateries and shops spread out among the three concourses, but the options on the ground are considerably more limited. After stores and eateries close during the evening, your only option is to use vending machines.
  • Women who want to breastfeed their infants before embarking on their flights are welcome to use any of the airport's accessible rooms before boarding their flights. A Mother's Room may be found at the Albany International Airport's Business Center/Community Room, which can be found just across from Gate C1.
  • At Albany International Airport, dogs have access to both indoor and outdoor relief areas. Behind security checkpoints in Concourse B, where Delta and American Airlines gates are located, there is a pet comfort room and an animal relief area. The enclosure is around 10 by 12 feet, has a door, and is furnished with artificial grass set atop a drainage system, a stump that acts as a fire hydrant, plastic bags, and a hose for washing the animal.
  • The four terminals of San Francisco Airport (SFO) are Terminals 1, 2, 3, and the International Terminal. The terminals are linked by walkways and an Air Train on the landside. There are restaurants and showers at the International Terminal of the airport.
  • In terms of client satisfaction, both SFO and ALB are top-notch. Passengers accessing these hubs have a better overall experience when they access a broad range of services and amenities. When you specifically ask for it, as when you need to rent a wheelchair or get a guide of the airport, you get any assistance. Anyone working at the airport can help you with any aspect of your trip, from check-in to baggage claim.

Top 4 airlines serving from Albany to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Albany to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4294 reviews
8.2Boarding
8.6Crew
7.1Food
7.6Entertainment
8.0Comfort
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It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2025LGB - SMF
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It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

Boarding process, crew were good. But the seats were so uncomfortable that was all I could focus on. I literally had to sit forward so that all 3 of us could fit in row. I will try to avoid Southwest in the future for any flights over 60 minutes.

Great flight, 47 passengers on a 180 seat plane. Stewardess was pleasant and cheerful.

Great experience flying Southwest. The crew was really kind and helpful, and very friendly with our toddler.

Plane late from DC to Austin 30 minutes. Crew made up much of the time enroute to San Diego.

Fine, but how to board on SW versus othrr airlines, is just lame. Goood staff though and all was solid otherwise.

Was as expected. Crowed planes. Too many carryons delaying takeoff. But the ride only took an hour and saved me a lot of time SFO is a not a great airport.

Was as expected. Crowed planes. Too many carryons delaying takeoff. But the ride only took an hour and saved me a lot of time SFO is a hell hole of an airport. It is the new LaGuardia. Everything Cobbled together. Security gates closed. Terri directional signage

I will be flying again Southwest Airlines. Friendly crew, comfortable and affordable.

The plane arrived 25 minutes late, and the Wi-Fi was slower than it usually is.

This had nothing to do with Delta… The flights were on time and flawless. The service was excellent. We purchased seats in (aisle/middle) comfort plus since this was a cross country flight. Unfortunately, the woman seated at the window was 300+ pounds and, as might be expected, covered up about a third of the middle seat also. there was absolutely nothing that Delta could have done about that… I just don’t know what the answer should be. If you purchase a seat, you should should be able to use the entire seat and not just the portion that someone else is not sitting/oozing in. Disappointing…there should be something that could be done….I'm just not sure what solution could be.

Seats are much much more comfortable than United, which is what I usually fly

If I pay extra for "comfort+" I expect leg room where I can stretch my legs. I was seated with an attendant's seat blocking my feet. Knee space was fine but my feet had less room than the non-"comfort+" seats. Also, don't go cheap on food when you have flights of 3+ hours. It's insulting.

Crew was nice. Flight was timely. Seats could be better as well as the food considering it’s first class.

Only one side of the heafphone jack work. Crew was friendly and helpful.

Great. Flight departed early and arrived early. Deplaning and baggage claim ww were quick.

They separated our seats and moved us to the back of the plane. Hundreds of dollars and thousands of miles used and this was my platinum member experience.

Don't need the male flight attended lecturing. The whole plane on how to act when there was no problems.Other than that everything was great

AC barely worked on a 50 minute flight. It was very warm the whole flight. Flight was very bumpy and hard landing.

Got on the plane and then needed to deboard the plane because they didn’t have any pilots?

A bit rush for transit. Food and entertainment are not available

The gate was too far away for the connecting flight

Generally good. The aisles have gotten narrower which can slow down boarding. Flight crew was great! Healthier complimentary snacks would be appreciated. Due to earthquake in San Francisco we had to circle in air space for a bit but then had a smooth landing. I laud the flight crew for their patience ;)

headphone jack didnt work for the first flight and not much variety

The agents was very rude and they charged me $50 for a carry-on bag saying that it was too big and then I saw someone going on a plane with the same size bag as me

For the most part united was a good experience, how ever when they came by with the snacks and water, they completely passed by my wife and I. As we were in separate rows. On a 5 hr flight we were not offered water

Fantastic crew. Flight was delayed at last minute but we were given updates every 20 minutes and the crew was so friendly and considerate. I miss the touch screens on the back of the seats, wish they would bring that back though.

Beijing PEK to SFO. I had an economy seat on this flight. The seat comfort was acceptable. My main complaint is with the FA’s lack of personality and absence from servicing the plane, specifically restroom care (I wish I could share a pic of the restroom that I captured) and care of travelers—drink cart/availability of drinks. I'm amazed at the level of service on other International travel where a passenger is most often appreciated.

Awful. Worst airline I have ever been on. Crew were among the rudest people I have ever dealt with. United staff members were rude and disrespectful. My flight was delayed, causing me to miss a connecting flight. I understand things happen, but when staff start lying about what actually happened, that is when I have an issue. Just be honest, really it isn’t that hard. I’m being very honest with this review and I don’t find this difficult what so ever. In fact, because of United Airlines, my Christmas holiday was off to a really rocky start. As someone who has traveled across the world, it has only been United that I have had a truly awful experience.

Good flight. On time. Boarding and seating was easy. Crew were really friendly, yet professional. Bathroom (by cockpit) was small but serviceable. Some the seats were showing some notable wear & tear, but were comfy. Very happy UA customer. TY! 🤛🏽💗

One bottle of water and a package of cookies for comfort plus. We had to literally beg a flight attendant for an extra bottle of water later in the flight due to feeling dehydrated.

Flight boarded from Gate 39 at OGG, the farthest gate in the terminal. There were no Hawaiian themed amenities for the flight. The first class service was mediocre at best; I received not special welcome or recognition as an executive platinum member of American Advantage program. The flight attendants were more concerned with their cell phones than saying "thank you" to the passengers as we disembarked. Fortunately, the flight arrived at LAX a few minutes early.

Bigger seats. Board back to front! Disembark front to back!

Extraordinary service in business class, and very good breakfast and snacks. A really lovely flight.

This flight didn’t happen because AA agents didn’t let us board the flight

Plane was pretty clean, staff was friendly and helpful, flight left about on time arrived early. Took a long time to board and get off the plane - carry on items didn't have enough room so people had to move all around to find places.

It was good. It’s been a long time since my wife and I fly any where and things have changed. Our trip was to see our new grandson. We fly economy and that was not good for my bad back. It was a quick flight but uncomfortable.

The service and food needs to improve to catch up with other international flights

Would have been good to have a meal since it was a 5.5 hour flight

We boarded after several delays due to mechanical failure and a gate change. The seat cushion in the exit row was very compressed and offered no cushion, making the four-hour journey reasonably uncomfortable. The WiFi worked for a few people, but for most, it did not, and you cannot get entertainment unless you can connect—American Airlines flights do not have seatback screens, and you must use your mobile phone.

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