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$156+ 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 12/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — ALB
Jan 7 — Jan 141
Wed 1/7
Wed 1/14
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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 December 8, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/247:00 amSMF - ALB
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:00 amALB - SMF
1 stop8h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/8$500
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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.
Fri 12/197:15 amSMF - ALB
1 stop9h 20mSouthwest
Sat 1/35:40 amALB - SMF
2 stops11h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/6$797
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 12/1911:35 pmSMF - ALB
1 stop21h 06mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/36:00 amALB - SMF
1 stop8h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/6$812
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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.
Sun 12/216:53 pmSMF - ALB
2 stops12h 22mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/254:34 pmALB - SMF
1 stop9h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/5$823
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 12/2211:08 amSMF - ALB
2 stops9h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/285:50 amALB - SMF
1 stop20h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,142

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 December 8, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$388
(Delta)

One-way from

$156
(United Airlines)

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December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$609
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SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/21

10:40 pm-11:55 am

1 stop10h 15m

Albany Intl

Mon 1/26

4:59 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops9h 46m

$388

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/10

7:15 am-6:57 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Albany Intl

Fri 1/16

6:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop8h 55m

$402

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/1

10:40 pm-11:55 am

1 stop10h 15m

Albany Intl

Sat 2/28

2:31 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop11h 00m

$402

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/14

4:41 pm-10:01 am

2 stops14h 20m

Albany Intl

Wed 2/18

10:10 am-6:24 pm

1 stop11h 14m

$406

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/25

5:00 am-9:05 pm

2 stops13h 05m

$156

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/31

7:15 am-6:57 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$184

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/24

7:00 am-5:16 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$191

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Thu 6/4

11:55 am-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$249

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/23

11:40 am-12:15 am

2 stops9h 35m

$314

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Thu 6/4

7:28 pm-11:01 am

2 stops12h 33m

$340

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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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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 Sacramento-Albany, New York flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Albany, New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Albany, New York (average of $221). Flying from Sacramento to Albany, New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $350). 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 December 8, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United 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
4,254 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
4,254 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
8,011 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
9,089 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
11,045 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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 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 $388, Delta can have you in Albany, New York from Sacramento in 10h 15m. Sacramento and Albany, New York are separated by a distance of 2483 mi.

  • 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 $296. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $350 and $351, respectively. Delta is currently priced 39% 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 Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $148. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Albany, New York (average of $221). Flying from Sacramento to Albany, New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $350). 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 Sacramento to Albany

Discover the top 4 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 December 8, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$297Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$350Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$351Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$361Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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