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$80 Find Cheap Flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco

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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$169
Overall average: $407
Delta
Thu 3/19Tue 3/24
ABQ - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$324
Typical prices: $400-$489
United Airlines
Tue 4/7Thu 4/9
ABQ - SFO • Non-stop
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Delta
Cheapest • from $169 (round-trip)
Southwest
Best reviews • 8.0 score
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Every day
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 2h 55m
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Salt Lake City (SLC)
Cheapest • Avg $297 (round-trip)
Las Vegas (LAS)
Shortest trip • 3h 51m (one-way)
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When to book
4 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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September
Cheapest • 20% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco (ABQ-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Albuquerque 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Albuquerque to San Francisco

Thu, Mar 19 - Tue, Mar 24
Delta Logo
5:52 pm - 11:00 pm
ABQ
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SFO
6h 08m
1 stop
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5:01 pm - 10:27 pm
SFO
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ABQ
4h 26m
1 stop
$169Delta
Mon, May 4 - Fri, May 8
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1:30 pm - 5:50 pm
ABQ
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SFO
5h 20m
1 stop
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2:00 pm - 9:45 pm
SFO
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ABQ
6h 45m
2 stops
$174Southwest
Mon, May 4 - Fri, May 8
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5:25 pm - 10:10 pm
ABQ
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SFO
5h 45m
2 stops
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2:00 pm - 9:45 pm
SFO
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ABQ
6h 45m
2 stops
$179Southwest
Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 14
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6:45 am - 12:35 pm
ABQ
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SFO
6h 50m
1 stop
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2:50 pm - 8:15 pm
SFO
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ABQ
4h 25m
1 stop
$218Southwest
Tue, Apr 7 - Sat, Apr 11
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7:35 am - 1:05 pm
ABQ
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SFO
6h 30m
1 stop
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1:50 pm - 8:05 pm
SFO
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ABQ
5h 15m
1 stop
$223Southwest
Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 2
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8:40 pm - 12:10 am
ABQ
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SFO
4h 30m
1 stop
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5:40 am - 11:55 am
SFO
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ABQ
5h 15m
1 stop
$228Southwest
Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 2
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5:25 pm - 10:10 pm
ABQ
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SFO
5h 45m
2 stops
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6:00 am - 11:30 am
SFO
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ABQ
4h 30m
1 stop
$233Southwest
Sat, Apr 4 - Wed, Apr 8
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10:35 am - 5:45 pm
ABQ
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SFO
8h 10m
1 stop
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8:20 am - 6:30 pm
SFO
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ABQ
9h 10m
1 stop
$239Southwest
Tue, Apr 7 - Fri, Apr 10
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4:05 pm - 7:05 pm
ABQ
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SFO
4h 00m
1 stop
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3:15 pm - 11:15 pm
SFO
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ABQ
7h 00m
1 stop
$248Southwest
Tue, Apr 7 - Thu, Apr 9
Southwest Logo
4:05 pm - 10:05 pm
ABQ
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SFO
7h 00m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
3:15 pm - 11:15 pm
SFO
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ABQ
7h 00m
1 stop
$258Southwest
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Albuquerque to San Francisco flights

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

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

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

For Albuquerque to San Francisco, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Monday is the most expensive. Flying from San Francisco back to Albuquerque, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Friday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque to San Francisco is September, where tickets cost $308 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $438 and $431 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Albuquerque to San Francisco?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $319 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque to San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 51% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$80
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Albuquerque to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco

  • What accessible facilities are available at ABQ?

    ABQ is committed to making its services and facilities more accessible. You can request a wheelchair that is available throughout the airport. However, you are advised to contact your airline in advance for special assistance.

  • What facilities at San Francisco Airport are children-friendly?

    SFO has an interactive play area where kids can play after your flight and as you grab something to eat or wait for your transportation from the airport. We recommend accompanying your child. The play area is located post-security.

  • How can I fly from Albuquerque to San Francisco?

    There are several airlines operating direct flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco. However, if you are traveling on a budget, consider finding a connecting flight with at least one stopover. These flights are much cheaper but generally add a few minutes to your flight. The most common layover occurs at Salt Lake City International Airport.

  • Can I travel with a pet from Albuquerque to San Francisco?

    San Francisco International Airport provides animal relief areas where your animal companion can take a potty break or play. The pet relief areas are located in Terminals 1 and 3. They are both equipped with water bowls and mutt mitt dispensers. However, it's important to alert your preferred Airline company so that they can make the necessary arrangements to make your flight with your pet as comfortable as possible. Plus, they can advice you on what type of pet you can tag along.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Albuquerque to San Francisco was $80 for a one-way ticket and $169 for a round-trip.

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

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Albuquerque to San Francisco. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Albuquerque to San Francisco?

    When flying out of Albuquerque you will be using Albuquerque. You will be landing at San Francisco, also known as San Francisco.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Albuquerque to San Francisco?

    Alaska Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Albuquerque to San Francisco flight route.

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

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Albuquerque to San Francisco flight route.

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

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Albuquerque to San Francisco?

    There are nonstop flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $344 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $307 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque to San Francisco.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque with another airline. Booking your flights between Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $186 or less one-way and $401 or less round-trip.
  • It is simple to get to Albuquerque International Airport (ABQ), which is only 3 miles southeast of the city's center—using the train, a bus, a taxi, or a rental car. Consider taking a taxi as it will get you to the airport in about 15 minutes.
  • If you have an early flight or, in the case of a delayed flight, consider staying at a hotel near ABQ. Approximately 0.4 miles from the airport is the Best Western Airport Albuquerque Inn Suites Hotel & Suites. The hotel provides a complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Albuquerque Airport and Baymont by Wyndham Albuquerque Airport are two additional choices.
  • The closest airport in San Francisco is San Francisco International Airport (SFO). You are roughly 13 miles from downtown San Francisco when you arrive at this airport. The BART train runs between the airport, city, and other Bay Area locations. You can also use ground and public transit to get about the city and neighboring areas.
  • If you are traveling with an infant to San Francisco, you can access nursing facilities where you can comfortably care for your child. They provide nursing mothers with large, secluded, lovely nurseries before and after security. Just head to either one of them if you need privacy when breastfeeding. If you have difficulties finding a nursing room, you can ask any airport staff for assistance.
  • ABQ offers parking options for passengers who drive to the airport. The parking rates are affordable, and you are assured of your vehicle's safety while away. We recommend making a reservation before your trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Albuquerque to San Francisco?

 
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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Albuquerque to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Albuquerque 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Albuquerque to San Francisco? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4300 reviews
8.6Crew
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
7.0Food
8.1Boarding
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The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

2.0 MediocreDarcey, Feb 2026
SAN - SJC
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The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

The flight crew was extremely rude and especially not helpful when our flight was delayed.

The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

Still a fan of open seating. Flight was on schedule and arrived on time. The 737 MAX is very comfortable.

San Diego airport is brand new, spacious, airy and very smooth checkin at SW baggage drop.

Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

Delays delays delays. Late taking off, late landing, wait for a gate, etc.

Connecting flight is on time and boarding was a breeze!

Delta continues to set the benchmark for traveler-friendly service with minimal disruption and clear communication within the mainland US (coast to coast). I am consistently pleased to be a Delta customer, and this experience once again met my expectations. There was a brief delay departing from MIA due to a technical issue that required the aircraft to return to the gate. However, the situation was handled professionally and transparently. Fortunately, my planned layover allowed ample buffer time, so the adjustment caused no stress. Overall, another smooth and reassuring experience.

Awful - both legs. The check in was awful, getting on the plane required walking down a spiral staircase (dangerous), then taking a bus about 5 miles out from the terminal. The seat was broken (I was in business), there was no internet during the flight (both legs). The aircraft was very old. I saw rust in some place, tape holding things up in the bathroom. This was an unacceptable experience for such a long haul flight.

Awesome! On time flight, early arrival, and a complimentary upgrade!

Was forced to check in my small carry on, even though I informed the crew it has very fragile items inside

They double booked seats, the gate staff changed my ticket as I was boarding she went over to the computer and changed it without telling me. She messed up an entire three row section for me and others. Other travelers were outraged but the gate staff were so rude, so condescending saying it wasn't their problem to solve. I would rate this a zero if I could. Will not fly Delta again I'll stick with United and American.

I usually get upgraded so my experience is usually amazing. I did not get upgraded this time - which was fine - but the wifi had issues, the monitors were going in & out, & (though not Delta's fault) one of the gentlemen next to me desperately needed a shower.

I really liked the legroom. I am 6’4”.a at For some reason our seats were not together and using the app to fix it didn’t work. Passengers were nice enough to move for us but you should absolutely ensure a parent sits with their child.

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

They changed planes and the new plane couldn’t carry enough fuel to fly across the country so we had to stop in Kansas City to refuel. Flight was delayed .

Flight was too crowded and seats are too small, especially since passengrs are getting larger. Having a middle seat is ALWAYS tough! Woman on my left was large & kept creeping in to my space. Flight personnel were great! Have more savory rather than sweet snacks please.

Overall we had a good experience during our flight from San Francisco to Houston.

the whole trip was smooth, and as comfortable as flying is these days. flight crew was friendly and very courteous and helpful.

First class ticket gets you a choice of chips or nuts. . Just like economy Southwest. Also no screen in the seats. This is first class???!

Flight arrived 30 min early and bag was waiting at the baggage pickup. United Club HNL was one of the nicest in the system

Yet another flight in which beverage and snack service was skipped. Other that that, firmly mediocre. Landed early, to gate late due to congestion at the gates. Airline's fault or airports fault: unknown.

Teeny tiny bathrooms, crew was not realistic about when we'd arrive.

Flight was late - I was downgraded from first class to coach

United needs to step up their game. Delayed flight leaving Seattle, San Francisco. Older aircraft, not very comfortable.

7 hours delayed due to operational issues on United’s end. Basically laziness.

The internet service I paid for didn’t work at all and the flight crew was not very friendly.

The flight was significantly delayed for 6.5 hours because of snow. There was no communication once the plane returned to the gate regarding when the flight would resume. Other flights were departing while our flight was being unloaded for reasons unknown. Our flight also seemed out of the queue regarding further deicing, refueling, and waiting to Taxi to the runway.

They are always late and seats was also not having working charger

did not have enough meal for first class passengers so offer us snack

Amazing I love American. I’ll never fly anyone else if I can help it.

Everything about the flight was lovely. My only suggestion would be to offer a few more options of tv series from Apple TV or HBO.

After the door had been closed, the cockpit makes an announcement that catering is running late and it is not the airline's fault. It is their fault in the sense that we had to sit for 2 hours or more when we could have stayed in the terminal. Poor communications between catering and airline. This caused a young man to lose his temper and he went storming out hitting objects. He had complained to the gate agent that he had already waited at the gate 7 hours and when can the airplane leave? Airilnes do a poor job of explaining delays, maintenance issues, etc. whereas being truthful may gain more sympathy or understanding.

We were told the flight was delayed 5 times, then it was moved to the next day.

The experience with American Airlines was good, although the Philippines Airlines flight was much better (better seats, better food, better entertainment options, overall better). Again, the MIA to LAX flight was fine, but nothing in comparison to the comfort and accommodations of the Philippines Airlines flight from LAX to MNL.

Loved the crew . Absolutely no complaints. Except for luggage lost

Wish some foods provided rather than just biscuit/cookie for flight more than 2 hours

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