SFO - ALB

$126 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Albany

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Albany departing on 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Albany, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Albany, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$251
Overall average: $375
United Airlines
Tue 2/24Tue 3/3
SFO - ALB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$144
Typical prices: $170-$238
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/10
SFO - ALB • 3 stops
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United Airlines
Cheapest • from $251 (round-trip)
Southwest
Best reviews • 8.0 score
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When to book
3 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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April
Cheapest • 31% price drop
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Albany (SFO-ALB)

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

Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 3
United Airlines Logo
9:20 pm - 10:01 am
SFO
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ALB
9h 41m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:30 pm - 1:28 am
ALB
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SFO
8h 58m
1 stop
$251United Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 3
American Airlines Logo
11:30 pm - 1:02 pm
SFO
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ALB
10h 32m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:20 pm - 10:20 pm
ALB
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SFO
11h 00m
1 stop
$256American Airlines
Wed, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 4
American Airlines Logo
11:30 pm - 1:02 pm
SFO
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ALB
10h 32m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 4:54 pm
ALB
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SFO
11h 54m
2 stops
$271American Airlines
Sun, Feb 15 - Tue, Feb 24
American Airlines Logo
12:25 am - 1:02 pm
SFO
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ALB
9h 37m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:20 pm - 8:14 pm
ALB
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SFO
8h 54m
1 stop
$278American Airlines
Wed, Feb 25 - Thu, Feb 26
American Airlines Logo
11:30 pm - 1:02 pm
SFO
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ALB
10h 32m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:16 pm - 11:47 pm
ALB
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SFO
8h 31m
1 stop
$283American Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 3
American Airlines Logo
11:30 pm - 1:02 pm
SFO
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ALB
10h 32m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 4:54 pm
ALB
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SFO
11h 54m
2 stops
$284American Airlines
Sun, Feb 15 - Tue, Feb 24
American Airlines Logo
12:25 am - 1:02 pm
SFO
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ALB
9h 37m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:07 am - 3:45 pm
ALB
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SFO
12h 38m
2 stops
$294American Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Thu, Mar 5
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:32 pm
SFO
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ALB
8h 32m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:16 pm - 11:47 pm
ALB
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SFO
8h 31m
1 stop
$305American Airlines
Thu, Mar 5 - Sun, Mar 8
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:32 pm
SFO
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ALB
8h 32m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:47 pm - 8:56 pm
ALB
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SFO
10h 09m
1 stop
$332American Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Sun, Feb 22
United Airlines Logo
10:40 pm - 10:01 am
SFO
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ALB
8h 21m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:30 pm - 1:28 am
ALB
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SFO
8h 58m
1 stop
$335United Airlines
Booking Insights

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

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Albany, 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 San Francisco to Albany is April, where tickets cost $313 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $587 and $556 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Albany, 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 San Francisco to Albany, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 44% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$144
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 21% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Albany

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Albany 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 San Francisco to Albany

  • Which airlines have their hub at San Francisco Airport?

    Consider booking flights from San Francisco to Albany with United Airlines or Alaska Airlines. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a hub for the two airlines, and flying with them assures you more flight options to Albany. United Airlines operates from the International Terminal and Terminal 3, while Alaska Airlines operates out of Terminal 2.

  • Which airlines from San Francisco to Albany have the Unaccompanied Minor Service?

    Delta Air Lines has an Unaccompanied Minor Service that is compulsory for young flyers aged five to 14 going to Albany from San Francisco alone. Parents whose kids are aged 15 to 17 may also request the service. The accompanying guardian must provide a photo ID like a passport or driver’s license, address, contact phone number, and the pick-up adult’s address, name, and phone number at check-in.

  • What is the carry-on policy for flights from San Francisco to Albany?

    You can carry one personal item, such as a laptop or purse, and a carry-on bag on United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Albany for free. The personal bag must be stored under the airplane seat at your front, so it should be 17 x 10 x 9 inches. The carry-on should measure 22 x 14 x 7 inches, including handles and wheels to fit in the overhead cabin. United has no maximum weight allowance on its carry-on policy.

  • Which Airlines allow pets onboard from San Francisco to Albany?

    American Airlines welcomes travelers with pets on flights from San Francisco to Albany. However, note that they have some pet policies. The total weight of the pet and carrier should be at most 20 lb, with the kennel dimensions being 18 x 11 x 11 inches. The kennel should be non-collapsible and roomy enough for the pet to turn around.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Albany was $144 for a one-way ticket and $251 for a round-trip.

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

    No

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Albany are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $478 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 $590 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

    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 San Francisco to Albany.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Albany from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Albany?

    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 Albany with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and ALB 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 San Francisco to Albany?

    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 Albany from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Albany

  • Alaska Airlines is dedicated to providing a worry-free aviation experience for limited-mobility passengers on flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Albany (ALB). Alaska Airlines offers large-print and Braille reading materials for low-vision travelers. Additionally, it provides free headsets to those who are hard of hearing. They also give wheelchair and pre-boarding assistance.
  • Alaska Airlines is a good option for families going to Albany from San Francisco with their kids. The airline has the Family Boarding Program that allows priority boarding, so you can settle in early. Those with infants get complimentary car seats, free checked baggage, and strollers.
  • Some flights from San Francisco to Albany have stopovers. Carriers that operate on this route include Delta, Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines, and they tend to stop at their operating bases or hubs. Common layovers include Detroit, New Jersey, and Charlotte.
  • You can fly First Class with American Airlines from San Francisco to Albany. First Class passengers are treated to in-flight entertainment, priority check-in, lie-flat seats, extra baggage allowance, and complimentary drinks.
  • United Airlines and American Airlines are some eco-friendly airlines that provide flights from San Francisco to Albany. United Airlines has invested in sustainable aviation fuels and has upgraded its fleet. American Airlines has a carbon offsets program for its passengers.

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

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Albany. 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 San Francisco to Albany? 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 4267 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.0Food
8.6Crew
7.5Entertainment
Airline reviews

Great flight but super high price. Glad it was a business trip and not personal

10.0 ExcellentPieter, Jan 2026
LGB - DAL
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Great flight but super high price. Glad it was a business trip and not personal

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

We got exit row seats both flights. Everything was running on time

Pretty seamless, just a tad bit late in taking off and landing.

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.

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

Crew could have been friendlier, maybe I'm spoiled by SW crews. In flight wifi was good. Would be nice to have more food offerings on a 4 plus hour flight

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.

Sacrament staff are always polite and helpful. Airport is easy to maneuver and boarding is straightforward.

Delta’s staff is unmatched. From the gate agents, to the pilots, to the flight attendants… all top of the industry.

Air travel sucks. It continues to be awful for all airlines. No shame on delta alone.

Delta canceled our flight and we had to scramble to find another airline to get home. Phoenix is not a delta hub so they didn’t have another plane. It would have been a red eye though Salt Lake City. Getting in at 5am. No bueno.

Flight delays both to Detroits and return flight . The flight to Detroit was associated with mechanical difficulty

The food is terrible. The staff is wonderful. Comfort is good.

I fly Delta all the time, have Platinum Medallion status. But this route seems to have major problems with delays and seems to never leave on time! Have only taken it twice in the last two weeks, and each time it had delays of more than 1 hour... very disappointed!!!!

Staff was exceptional! Everyone was kind, professional and friendly making the trip very pleasant. Thank you!

Our flight from SFO to MSP was right on time on 11/15/2025. No delays. As we approached MSP at about 8 pm, we circled in the air until 8:40 pm so I don't call that efficient for MSP. I think the captain should announce the delay and why. (as if we all don't know that we are just circling around the area, slowing down, speeding up, slowing down.) Thank you. Marilyn Fischer

The flight used a B767 with a very old interior from before 2014. The entertainment system did not work at all during the flight despite attempts to reset the system. It was like they flew this route just to be competitive.

Delta made it easy, comfortable and timely. The crew was fantastic.

The flight crew where really good. Better then the crew from BNE to SFO

Food should be changed in menu Many muslims travels in this airlime they need to add one Halal meal

left on time, reasonable boarding process arrived early luggage came out quickly

Pushed back only to get deplaned due to a tire damaged by ground crew. They did at least go pretty fast. The bathrooms should be banned under the Geneva convention. No room to even sit straight on the toilet. The under-seat entertainment units block what little leg room there is.

United airlines has the best customer experience from booking to arrival. I always fly United airlines. The mileage program is excellent

Older aircraft, no meal, only food was for purchase. Not impressed United.

Not pleasant trip cross country when the entertainment and WiFi system not working. No entertainment for entirety of route. Staff was rather nonchalant in that they dismissed the problem due to age of plane. It would have been nice to know this up front so I could have come prepared to read or download movies before boarding Coincidentally or not, there was a similar issue with the entertainment system on my previous flight I took on my fist leg of the trip. There are no seat TVs, so you must rely on the app when it works. United can do better. Also, what use it it to pay for boarding group 2 when half of the passengers are in the same line as you?

Premium Plus is a really good idea for longer flights

Stuck on tarmac for two hours plus a 5.5 hour flight. Rude flight attendant. And no meals, not even for purchase!

I learned that seating towards the end of plane that a line forms for the restroom and people use your chair as a hand railing, bumping your seat consistently. I was seated in the aisle. I think that next time if I am towards the back row I would want to sit in the middle or window seat.

Long delays, lack of information about the status of the flight. The flight was delayed 4 times.

It was good. But the gate team made me check my carry on when there was plenty of space for my luggage on the plane. Otherwise our trip was fine.

Bags took over and hour to come out. Delays due to wind caused rebooking.

Gate was overcrowded. Gate agents performed very well. Flight crew was top notch! Efficient & professional & courteous. Both meals not thermalized well. Dinner main dish was actually cold in the center. Almost inedible. Breakfast sandwich was lukewarm.

RIC Staff was not enough. Elderly passengers had to wait 30 minutes to deplane, so we could board and still had to walk as no chairs were provided. And, passenger in front of my seat assignment rammed seat against my legs entire flight time. Was mildly bruised and left thigh still sore.

Mostly good. Flight was crowded but Airline personnel were very friendly & accommodating. It would be good to have savory snacks rather than just sweet Biscoff cookies.

It was a red eye flight, so no meals were provided, but it was fine with snacks. The seats felt cramped and almost too narrow.

Very crowded flight but what can you expect these days?? Crew was accommodating.

The seats in economy were appeared to be quite thin and lack sufficient cushioning to be comfortable. Perhaps it was my seating position but the plane seemed notably load.

Flight was cancelled 3 hrs AFTER etd. Thetefore Missed connection from JFK to New Zealand . No accommodation provided… This cost ne aporox 1000 USD in extra expenses and turned whst should have been a 24 hr trip ftom Boston - New Zealand into a VERY expensive , late 70+ hr nightmare … Complete nonsense!!!

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