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$80+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany, NY (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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ALB
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany

Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/138:45 amSFO - ALB
1 stop10h 59mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/174:27 pmALB - SFO
1 stop9h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/3$409
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/1711:13 amSJC - ALB
1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/195:50 amALB - SJC
1 stop10h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$462
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Mon 12/299:25 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Tue 1/66:00 amALB - SFO
1 stop10h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/4$479
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 12/1712:22 amSFO - ALB
1 stop9h 30mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/185:19 pmALB - SFO
1 stop8h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/4$579
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Wed 12/245:40 amOAK - ALB
1 stop8h 55mSouthwest
Thu 1/15:10 amALB - OAK
2 stops10h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/4$582
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/136:00 amSFO - ALB
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/195:50 amALB - SFO
1 stop10h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/3$588
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/115:40 amOAK - ALB
1 stop8h 55mSouthwest
Mon 12/152:15 pmALB - OAK
2 stops11h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$593
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Sat 12/1312:55 pmSJC - ALB
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Tue 12/165:55 amALB - SJC
2 stops12h 59mDelta
Deal found 12/2$599
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/138:45 amSJC - ALB
2 stops9h 29mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/165:50 amALB - SJC
2 stops15h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$604
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Sat 12/1311:10 amSJC - ALB
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Tue 12/164:15 pmALB - SJC
1 stop8h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$634
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Sat 12/272:15 pmOAK - ALB
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Wed 12/315:10 amALB - OAK
2 stops10h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/3$637
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/178:45 amSJC - ALB
2 stops11h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/214:34 pmALB - SJC
1 stop9h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$638

Find flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Albany flight deals. Data was last updated December 4, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$159
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$80
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$561
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

Albany

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Tue 1/6

11:13 pm-11:02 am

1 stop8h 49m

Albany Intl

Mon 1/12

1:40 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop11h 48m

$175

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Tue 2/3

11:13 pm-11:02 am

1 stop8h 49m

Albany Intl

Mon 2/9

5:01 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$175

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Tue 1/27

9:10 am-11:38 pm

2 stops11h 28m

Albany Intl

Fri 1/30

1:40 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$200

San JoseAlbany

SJC - ALB

SJCALB

San Jose

Tue 1/20

6:00 am-11:38 pm

2 stops14h 38m

Albany Intl

Tue 1/27

7:02 am-6:34 pm

2 stops14h 32m

$211

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Fri 1/9

11:46 am-11:55 pm

1 stop9h 09m

Albany Intl

Thu 1/15

5:08 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$257

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Thu 1/8

5:45 am-4:28 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Albany Intl

Thu 1/15

5:08 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$257

San JoseAlbany

SJC - ALB

SJCALB

San Jose

Tue 1/20

10:45 pm-11:55 am

1 stop10h 10m

Albany Intl

Tue 1/27

6:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$257

San JoseAlbany

SJC - ALB

SJCALB

San Jose

Tue 2/3

7:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops13h 59m

Albany Intl

Wed 2/4

6:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$262

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Wed 1/7

5:45 am-4:28 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Albany Intl

Sat 1/17

5:08 pm-9:35 am

2 stops19h 27m

$307

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Fri 1/9

10:54 pm-11:49 am

1 stop9h 55m

Albany Intl

Tue 1/13

5:30 am-9:55 pm

2 stops19h 25m

$315

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Albany from San Francisco Bay Area with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany, New York (average of $199). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany, New York in November is currently the most expensive (average of $340). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from XIH to ALB?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany, New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany, New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco Bay Area to Albany, New York flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 4, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
4,250 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
9,066 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
11,047 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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 Bay Area to Albany. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Albany from San Francisco Bay Area?

    Albany Intl (ALB) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany. It is only a 7.4 mi journey from Albany Intl (ALB) to Albany’s city center.

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

    Departing from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany, New York will take you 7h. The distance between San Francisco Bay Area and Albany, New York is about 2540 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $125. Southwest flights start at $138 while deals on Delta start at $138 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany, New York?

    The most popular route from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany, New York is San Francisco - Albany Intl. You may also consider San Jose - Albany Intl or Oakland - Albany Intl.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Albany.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Albany, New York?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany, New York (average of $199). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Albany, New York in November is currently the most expensive (average of $340). 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 Bay Area to Albany

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$263Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$264Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$278Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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