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$92+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to California

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 12/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — LAX
oct. 17 — oct. 241
ven. 10/17
ven. 10/24
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Round-trip from

$274
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$92
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$457
From Albany Intl to California
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Cheapest flights from Albany to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septembre 17, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
jeu. 10/237:35 pmALB - SFO
1 stop8h 20mUnited Airlines
mar. 10/2810:40 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop10h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
sam. 10/256:08 amALB - SFO
1 stop7h 25mDelta
mar. 10/289:50 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop10h 21mDelta
Deal found 9/14$277
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/175:10 amALB - SFO
1 stop8h 50mSouthwest
mer. 11/199:25 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/17$278
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
jeu. 10/237:09 amALB - SFO
1 stop10h 39mAmerican Airlines
mer. 10/2910:16 amSFO - ALB
2 stops10h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
sam. 11/811:39 amALB - SFO
2 stops10h 23mAmerican Airlines
lun. 11/1711:18 pmSFO - ALB
2 stops10h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/174:58 pmALB - SFO
1 stop8h 14mDelta
mer. 12/36:00 amSFO - ALB
1 stop7h 06mDelta
Deal found 9/15$287
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 12/212:09 pmALB - LAX
1 stop10h 40mJetBlue
sam. 12/2710:40 pmLAX - ALB
1 stop11h 34mJetBlue
Deal found 9/15$293
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
ven. 10/244:50 pmALB - SFO
1 stop10h 09mUnited Airlines
dim. 10/2611:44 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop9h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
sam. 12/611:31 amALB - SFO
1 stop11h 17mAmerican Airlines
mer. 12/1012:25 amSFO - ALB
1 stop7h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$301
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
mer. 10/2212:50 pmALB - SFO
1 stop8h 38mUnited Airlines
dim. 10/2610:45 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop8h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$303
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/216:08 amALB - SAN
1 stop7h 26mDelta
mer. 10/2211:00 amSAN - ALB
1 stop9h 57mDelta
Deal found 9/15$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
sam. 11/112:13 pmALB - SFO
2 stops11h 29mAmerican Airlines
lun. 11/1011:18 pmSFO - ALB
2 stops10h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$311

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany to California 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 septembre 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Albany

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

jeu. 11/13

5:20 am-11:05 am

1 stop8h 45m

San Francisco

mar. 11/18

6:10 am-4:15 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$274

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

jeu. 10/23

7:35 pm-12:55 am

1 stop8h 20m

San Francisco

mar. 10/28

10:40 pm-12:06 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$274

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

sam. 10/25

6:08 am-10:33 am

1 stop7h 25m

San Francisco

mar. 10/28

9:50 pm-11:11 am

1 stop10h 21m

$277

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

sam. 11/1

11:34 am-7:18 pm

2 stops10h 44m

San Francisco

lun. 11/10

11:14 pm-11:11 am

1 stop8h 57m

$279

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

ven. 10/24

4:50 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 09m

San Francisco

dim. 10/26

11:44 pm-12:06 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$297

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

jeu. 1/15

4:00 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

San Francisco

lun. 1/19

9:30 pm-8:10 am

1 stop7h 40m

$297

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

mer. 10/22

12:50 pm-6:28 pm

1 stop8h 38m

San Francisco

dim. 10/26

10:45 pm-10:07 am

1 stop8h 22m

$303

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

mer. 2/18

5:07 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop9h 04m

San Francisco

dim. 2/22

10:50 pm-10:34 am

1 stop8h 44m

$304

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

sam. 11/15

6:00 am-10:25 am

1 stop7h 25m

San Diego

mar. 12/2

10:00 pm-8:57 am

1 stop7h 57m

$307

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

mar. 10/14

6:08 am-10:34 am

1 stop7h 26m

San Diego

mar. 10/21

12:00 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$307

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to California (average of $246). Flying from Albany, New York to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 ALB to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated septembre 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Albany, New York to California as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated septembre 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Albany to California, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,914 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Albany to California?

    Albany Intl (ALB) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Albany to California. It is only a 7.4 mi journey to Albany Intl (ALB) from Albany’s city center.

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

    For as low as $277, Southwest can have you in California from Albany, New York in 7h 25m. There are 2551 mi between Albany, New York and California. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Albany, New York to California are United Airlines ($93), American Airlines ($126), and JetBlue ($147).

  • What are the most popular routes from Albany, New York to California?

    When deciding which route to take from Albany, New York to California consider Albany Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Albany Intl - Los Angeles or Albany Intl - San Francisco as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to California (average of $246). Flying from Albany, New York to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 5 airlines flying from Albany to California

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Albany to California. 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 septembre 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$225Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$248Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$263Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$287Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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