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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Albuquerque to San Francisco:

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:49 am
• Latest: departs at 7:19 pm and lands at 10:08 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 49m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Albuquerque to San Francisco takes 2h 49m, covering 894 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco range from $347 to $496, with an average of $409 over the past 12 months. Anything below $347 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 50% above the $409 route average. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $294 round-trip via Salt Lake City (SLC), compared to $414 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Albuquerque to San Francisco flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $267 to $1,728. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Albuquerque to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $150, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

Flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco usually depart from Albuquerque (ABQ) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

One-stop flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 47% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 37% of one-stop connections
• San Diego (SAN) - 5% of one-stop connections
• Salt Lake City (SLC) - 5% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $376 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $502, a difference of $126.

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

Only United Airlines operates flights between Albuquerque and San Francisco.

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 30m, compared with 4h 37m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 4h 41m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

San Francisco is 1 hour behind Albuquerque (Pacific Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Albuquerque to San Francisco flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

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.

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.

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.

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.