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$163+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY to Sacramento (ALB - SMF)

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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — SMF
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Albany to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albany (ALB) to Sacramento (SMF). 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 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$325
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$163
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$416
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Cheapest flights from Albany to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/212:57 pmALB - SMF
1 stop9h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/1611:15 amSMF - ALB
1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$325
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/511:00 amALB - SMF
2 stops24h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/79:33 amSMF - ALB
2 stops21h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$337
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/61:22 pmALB - SMF
1 stop8h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/89:20 amSMF - ALB
1 stop9h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$371
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/239:30 amALB - SMF
2 stops9h 30mSouthwest
Tue 9/238:00 amSMF - ALB
2 stops10h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$399
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 7/3012:14 pmALB - SMF
2 stops13h 29mDelta
Mon 8/1810:30 pmSMF - ALB
1 stop9h 44mDelta
Deal found 7/28$607

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AlbanySacramento

ALB - SMF

ALBSMF

Albany Intl

Tue 9/2

12:57 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop9h 54m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/16

11:15 am-10:27 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$325

AlbanySacramento

ALB - SMF

ALBSMF

Albany Intl

Fri 9/5

11:00 am-8:38 am

2 stops24h 38m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/7

9:33 am-10:10 am

2 stops21h 37m

$337

AlbanySacramento

ALB - SMF

ALBSMF

Albany Intl

Sat 9/6

1:22 pm-6:31 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/8

9:20 am-9:48 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$371

AlbanySacramento

ALB - SMF

ALBSMF

Albany Intl

Sat 8/23

9:30 am-4:00 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/23

8:00 am-9:00 pm

2 stops10h 00m

$399

AlbanySacramento

ALB - SMF

ALBSMF

Albany Intl

Wed 8/27

12:57 pm-6:07 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$163

AlbanySacramento

ALB - SMF

ALBSMF

Albany Intl

Wed 8/27

6:00 am-10:30 pm

3 stops19h 30m

$359

AlbanySacramento

ALB - SMF

ALBSMF

Albany Intl

Sat 8/9

6:00 am-4:37 pm

2 stops13h 37m

$369

AlbanySacramento

ALB - SMF

ALBSMF

Albany Intl

Sun 8/3

6:45 am-4:00 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$460

AlbanySacramento

ALB - SMF

ALBSMF

Albany Intl

Sun 8/3

2:02 pm-11:06 am

3 stops24h 04m

$635

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Deals found on 7/28

Best time to book a flight from Albany to Sacramento

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Albany, New York to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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’s the top layover airport for flights from Albany, New York to Sacramento?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Albany, New York to Sacramento chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Albany, New York to Sacramento on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Albany, New York to Sacramento?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Albany, New York to Sacramento, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Chicago (MDW) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $536.

What’s the fastest layover option from Albany, New York to Sacramento?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Albany, New York to Sacramento, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 3h 08m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Albany, New York to Sacramento?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Albany, New York to Sacramento, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 34m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Albany to Sacramento have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Currently priced at $325, American Airlines will fly you from Albany, New York to Sacramento and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $371 and $399, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $163 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $359 and $369, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albany to Sacramento 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 Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Albany, New York to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 Albany to Sacramento

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Albany to Sacramento. 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 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$292Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$326Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$350Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$366Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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