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$172+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Albany, NY (SMF - 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 8/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — ALB
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Wed 8/26
Wed 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Albany

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Albany
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Albany. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 27, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Sat 8/2210:50 am
SMF
-
ALB
1 stop9h 45m
United Airlines
Tue 8/254:00 pm
ALB
-
SMF
1 stop9h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/26$323
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/157:50 pm
SMF
-
ALB
2 stops9h 25m
Southwest
Mon 10/197:15 pm
ALB
-
SMF
1 stop8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23$328
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/257:00 am
SMF
-
ALB
2 stops13h 58m
American Airlines
Tue 9/17:07 am
ALB
-
SMF
2 stops11h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26$333
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Wed 10/147:20 pm
SMF
-
ALB
2 stops12h 05m
American Airlines
Tue 10/2010:50 am
ALB
-
SMF
2 stops13h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/25$336
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sat 8/225:31 am
SMF
-
ALB
2 stops12h 56m
American Airlines
Tue 8/257:00 am
ALB
-
SMF
1 stop10h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/27$350
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2911:50 pm
SMF
-
ALB
1 stop8h 45m
Southwest
Mon 10/127:15 pm
ALB
-
SMF
1 stop8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23$351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2612:16 pm
SMF
-
ALB
1 stop8h 41m
Delta
Mon 8/316:00 am
ALB
-
SMF
2 stops9h 18m
Delta
Deal found 7/26$366
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2211:50 pm
SMF
-
ALB
2 stops9h 25m
Southwest
Tue 9/293:05 pm
ALB
-
SMF
2 stops10h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 7/24$369

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Albany

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 July 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$323
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$172
(Delta)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$587
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 July 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Albany that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/22

12:57 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Albany Intl

Tue 9/29

8:00 am-3:11 pm

1 stop10h 11m

$323

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/15

7:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops9h 25m

Albany Intl

Mon 10/19

7:15 pm-1:00 am

1 stop8h 45m

$328

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/29

11:50 pm-11:35 am

1 stop8h 45m

Albany Intl

Mon 10/12

7:15 pm-1:00 am

1 stop8h 45m

$351

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/22

5:31 am-9:27 pm

2 stops12h 56m

Albany Intl

Tue 8/25

7:00 am-3:39 pm

2 stops11h 39m

$356
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/10

10:40 pm-9:30 am

1 stop7h 50m

Albany Intl

Thu 10/15

7:15 pm-1:00 am

1 stop8h 45m

$376

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/21

11:50 pm-11:35 am

1 stop8h 45m

Albany Intl

Fri 9/25

6:05 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$395

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/26

12:16 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Albany Intl

Mon 8/31

6:00 am-12:18 pm

2 stops9h 18m

$405

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/26

9:20 am-9:36 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Albany Intl

Mon 8/31

6:00 am-11:51 am

1 stop8h 51m

$433
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/21

11:50 pm-10:45 am

1 stop7h 55m

$204

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/31

10:50 am-11:35 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$217

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Deals found on 7/26

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Albany in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Sacramento-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 Sacramento-Albany, New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Albany, New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-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 Sacramento-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 Sacramento to Albany

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Albany

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Albany, New York (average of $427). Flying from Sacramento to Albany, New York in February is currently the most expensive (average of $772). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Albany, New York?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Sacramento to Albany, New York flights typically cost between $525 and $596 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $323 on United Airlines (Aug 22-Aug 25).

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 July 27, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Sacramento to Albany. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,483 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,042 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Albany, New York?

    For as low as $323, United Airlines can have you in Albany, New York from Sacramento in 7h 33m. Sacramento and Albany, New York are separated by a distance of 2483 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 Sacramento to Albany, New York round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Albany, New York, with prices starting at $249. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $422 and $446, respectively. Delta is currently priced 58% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $158. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Sacramento to Albany, New York for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Albany?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Albany, New York?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Albany, New York (average of $427). Flying from Sacramento to Albany, New York in February is currently the most expensive (average of $772). 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 3 airlines flying from Sacramento to Albany

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 July 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$249Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$422Average$626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$446Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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