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Cheapest round-trip
$197
Typical prices: $301-$493
United Airlines
Tue 8/11Tue 8/18
ABQ - SFO • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$99
Typical prices: $204-$441
United Airlines
Sat 11/14
ABQ - SFO • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 2h 36m
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Cheapest • Avg $294 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 35m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 42% compared to booking last minute.
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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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Albuquerque to San Francisco

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 18
United Airlines Logo
4:20 pm - 5:50 pm
ABQ
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SFO
2h 30mnonstop
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11:55 am - 3:24 pm
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2h 29mnonstop
$197United Airlines
Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 18
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7:00 am - 11:23 am
ABQ
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SFO
5h 23m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:55 am - 3:24 pm
SFO
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ABQ
2h 29mnonstop
$207United Airlines
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 19
Southwest Logo
10:50 am - 5:20 pm
ABQ
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SFO
7h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:40 am - 3:40 pm
SFO
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ABQ
4h 00m
1 stop
$212Southwest
Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 18
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:12 pm
ABQ
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SFO
7h 12m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
8:08 am - 2:32 pm
SFO
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ABQ
5h 24m
1 stop
$217American Airlines
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 19
Southwest Logo
4:15 pm - 9:10 pm
ABQ
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SFO
5h 55m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
10:40 am - 3:40 pm
SFO
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4h 00m
1 stop
$218Southwest
Sat, Aug 8 - Tue, Aug 18
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:36 am
ABQ
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SFO
2h 36mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
11:55 am - 3:24 pm
SFO
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ABQ
2h 29mnonstop
$222United Airlines
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 19
Southwest Logo
4:35 pm - 9:20 pm
ABQ
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SFO
5h 45m
2 stops
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2:35 pm - 10:25 pm
SFO
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ABQ
6h 50m
2 stops
$227Southwest
Sat, Aug 8 - Tue, Aug 18
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:36 am
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SFO
2h 36mnonstop
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5:00 am - 12:37 pm
SFO
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ABQ
6h 37m
1 stop
$232United Airlines
Thu, Aug 13 - Tue, Aug 18
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:12 pm
ABQ
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SFO
7h 12m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
8:08 am - 2:32 pm
SFO
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ABQ
5h 24m
1 stop
$242American Airlines
Sat, Aug 8 - Tue, Aug 18
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:36 am
ABQ
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SFO
2h 36mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
11:55 am - 3:24 pm
SFO
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ABQ
2h 29mnonstop
$246United Airlines
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.

How much is a round-trip flight from Albuquerque to San Francisco?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Albuquerque to San Francisco departing in August.

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 Sunday 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 $366 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $449 and $433 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.

No, with an average price for the route of $379, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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 42% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$99
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% 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.
Estimated round-trip price
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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 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Albuquerque to San Francisco was $99 for a one-way ticket and $197 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?

    JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines 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 $382 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 $269 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • 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 $214 or less one-way and $464 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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Albuquerque to San Francisco

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Thursday

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Saturday

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San Francisco to Albuquerque

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