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$133+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Albany, NY (SFO - ALB)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ALB
Mar 21 — Mar 281
Sat 3/21
Sat 3/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Albany

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Albany
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Albany. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 19, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/119:30 pm
SFO
-
ALB
1 stop9h 40m
United Airlines
Tue 3/177:24 pm
ALB
-
SFO
1 stop9h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/18$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1012:25 am
SFO
-
ALB
1 stop9h 37m
American Airlines
Wed 3/116:16 pm
ALB
-
SFO
1 stop8h 28m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/19$262
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1710:45 pm
SFO
-
ALB
1 stop8h 25m
United Airlines
Tue 3/247:24 pm
ALB
-
SFO
1 stop9h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/15$265
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1711:35 pm
SFO
-
ALB
2 stops10h 27m
American Airlines
Tue 3/242:20 pm
ALB
-
SFO
1 stop8h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/15$270
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1712:25 am
SFO
-
ALB
1 stop9h 37m
American Airlines
Tue 3/241:05 pm
ALB
-
SFO
1 stop11h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/17$286
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1712:10 pm
SFO
-
ALB
1 stop9h 23m
United Airlines
Tue 4/214:50 pm
ALB
-
SFO
1 stop8h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/17$295
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1611:28 pm
SFO
-
ALB
1 stop8h 59m
American Airlines
Mon 4/205:25 pm
ALB
-
SFO
1 stop8h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/19$321
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/810:35 pm
SFO
-
ALB
1 stop8h 36m
United Airlines
Fri 6/126:46 pm
ALB
-
SFO
1 stop9h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/17$325
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/611:35 pm
SFO
-
ALB
2 stops10h 07m
American Airlines
Fri 4/105:25 pm
ALB
-
SFO
1 stop8h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/15$330

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Albany

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Albany (ALB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 19, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$257
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$133
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$354
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Albany that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Albany that are best for you.

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San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Wed 3/11

9:30 pm-10:10 am

1 stop9h 40m

Albany Intl

Tue 3/17

7:24 pm-1:28 am

1 stop9h 04m

$257

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Tue 3/17

12:25 am-1:02 pm

1 stop9h 37m

Albany Intl

Tue 3/24

2:20 pm-11:14 pm

2 stops11h 54m

$315

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

11:28 pm-11:27 am

1 stop8h 59m

Albany Intl

Mon 4/20

5:25 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$321

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Wed 7/8

5:22 am-6:45 pm

1 stop10h 23m

Albany Intl

Wed 7/15

11:47 am-8:18 pm

1 stop11h 31m

$357

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Mon 6/8

10:45 pm-9:01 am

1 stop7h 16m

Albany Intl

Sat 6/13

12:55 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$362

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Wed 6/17

5:05 am-3:26 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Albany Intl

Wed 7/8

4:43 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$371

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Thu 5/7

9:15 pm-8:00 am

1 stop7h 45m

Albany Intl

Mon 5/11

7:25 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 55m

$385

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Wed 3/11

7:20 pm-7:55 am

2 stops9h 35m

Albany Intl

Tue 3/17

12:40 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops13h 05m

$398

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Thu 8/6

10:30 pm-12:01 pm

1 stop10h 31m

Albany Intl

Thu 8/13

12:55 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop11h 26m

$399

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

12:25 am-12:19 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$133

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Albany

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Albany in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Albany, New York flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Albany, New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Albany, New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Albany, New York flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Albany, New York flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Albany

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Albany

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Albany, New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Albany. Price data was last updated on February 18, 2026.

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Albany, New York. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Albany, New York?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Albany, New York (average of $206). Flying from San Francisco to Albany, New York in November is currently the most expensive (average of $346). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Albany

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Albany. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Albany. Reviews last updated February 19, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Albany, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,212 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,321 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,313 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Albany. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Albany, New York?

    A quick flight from San Francisco to Albany, New York can take about 7h 16m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $362. San Francisco and Albany, New York are separated by a distance of 2551 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Albany, New York round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $250, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Albany, New York.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Southwest. American Airlines is priced at 44% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Albany, New York one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $125. Users have also found prices from $138 and $138 on Southwest and Delta, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Albany, New York?

    San Francisco to Albany, New York flights have a layover in Charlotte most often.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Charlotte?

    Charlotte travelers tend to visit Carowind, NASCAR Hall of Fame, and North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center more than anywhere else. Those on a layover in Charlotte interested in visiting Carowind, NASCAR Hall of Fame, or North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center can do so by traveling 8.2 mi, 5.7 mi, and 5.8 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas. Those landing in Charlotte looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $43 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Albany, New York flights?

    San Francisco to Albany, New York flights have a layover in Chicago the least frequently.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Albany that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Albany flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Albany?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Albany.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Albany?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Albany by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Albany, New York?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Albany, New York (average of $206). Flying from San Francisco to Albany, New York in November is currently the most expensive (average of $346). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from San Francisco to Albany

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Albany. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$263Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$276Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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