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$139+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY to San Diego (ALB - SAN)

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ALB — SAN
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Albany Intl to San Diego are usually found in July or September, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albany (ALB) to San Diego (SAN). 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 August 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$277
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$139
(American Airlines)

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July

Average price

$419
From Albany Intl to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from Albany to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 20, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Tue 9/96:00 amALB - SAN
1 stop8h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/239:45 pmSAN - ALB
1 stop9h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 11/511:39 amALB - SAN
1 stop10h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/1010:41 pmSAN - ALB
1 stop9h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$287
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Thu 9/183:48 pmALB - SAN
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/209:19 pmSAN - ALB
1 stop10h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$292
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Tue 10/76:08 amALB - SAN
1 stop7h 26mDelta
Mon 10/209:48 pmSAN - ALB
1 stop10h 19mDelta
Deal found 8/19$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/1812:20 pmALB - SAN
2 stops10h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/2110:46 amSAN - ALB
1 stop9h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$301
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Thu 9/184:50 pmALB - SAN
1 stop8h 12mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/218:37 pmSAN - ALB
2 stops10h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$302
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/2112:57 pmALB - SAN
2 stops10h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/288:18 amSAN - ALB
2 stops10h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$306
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/1312:00 pmALB - SAN
2 stops10h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/209:19 pmSAN - ALB
1 stop10h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 11/1212:20 pmALB - SAN
2 stops11h 28mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/1710:41 pmSAN - ALB
1 stop9h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$311
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/276:00 amALB - SAN
1 stop8h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/1210:30 pmSAN - ALB
1 stop9h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/19$313

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany to San Diego 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 August 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to San Diego that are best for you.

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Albany

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

Tue 10/21

7:10 am-12:29 pm

1 stop8h 19m

San Diego

Tue 10/28

8:18 am-9:15 pm

1 stop9h 57m

$277

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

Tue 9/9

6:00 am-11:22 am

1 stop8h 22m

San Diego

Tue 9/23

9:45 pm-10:20 am

1 stop9h 35m

$277

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

Tue 9/9

7:24 am-2:11 pm

1 stop9h 47m

San Diego

Tue 9/16

6:22 am-6:39 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$277

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

Wed 10/8

4:15 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop9h 55m

San Diego

Wed 10/22

6:35 am-7:30 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$282

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

Sat 10/18

7:09 am-1:39 pm

1 stop9h 30m

San Diego

Tue 10/21

10:46 am-10:50 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$282

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

Tue 9/30

6:01 am-12:03 pm

1 stop9h 02m

San Diego

Mon 10/6

10:45 pm-11:09 am

1 stop9h 24m

$287

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

Wed 11/12

11:39 am-6:53 pm

1 stop10h 14m

San Diego

Mon 11/17

10:41 pm-11:12 am

1 stop9h 31m

$287

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

Tue 9/30

7:00 am-2:03 pm

1 stop10h 03m

$139

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

Wed 10/1

4:05 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$139

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

Tue 10/21

11:35 am-6:37 pm

1 stop10h 02m

$139

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Best time to book a flight from Albany to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Albany to San Diego

How far ahead should I book a flight from Albany, New York to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Albany to San Diego. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Albany, New York to San Diego, you should look to book at least 66 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Albany, New York to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 20, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Albany, New York to San Diego in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 34% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated August 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Albany to San Diego by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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
8,928 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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
4,246 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Albany, New York to San Diego in 8h 19m. Fly via American Airlines, United Airlines, or Southwest to get the fastest option. Albany, New York and San Diego are separated by a distance of 2439 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 Albany, New York to San Diego round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Albany, New York to San Diego is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $286 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $296 and $346 round-trip. Users have found that American Airlines is 39% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Albany to San Diego?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albany to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Albany, New York to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 San Diego

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Albany to San Diego. 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$346Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$362Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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