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$144+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY to San Diego (ALB - SAN)

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 7/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — SAN
jul. 8 — jul. 151
mar. 7/8
mar. 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Albany Intl to San Diego are usually found in September or August, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Albany to San Diego

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 julio 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$287
(Southwest)

One-way from

$144
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$426
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 julio 3, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
mié. 10/1511:37 amALB - SAN
1 stop10h 00mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 10/1811:35 amSAN - ALB
1 stop8h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
mar. 7/296:10 amALB - SAN
1 stop6h 53mDelta
mié. 8/1310:40 pmSAN - ALB
1 stop7h 20mDelta
Deal found 7/2$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
mié. 9/312:30 pmALB - SAN
2 stops9h 15mSouthwest
mié. 9/108:40 amSAN - ALB
2 stops9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/3$325
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
lun. 8/410:43 amALB - SAN
2 stops26h 12mMultiple Airlines
jue. 8/75:13 pmSAN - ALB
2 stops23h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$366
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/139:45 amALB - SAN
1 stop8h 29mUnited Airlines
dom. 1/410:30 pmSAN - ALB
1 stop8h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$388

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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 julio 3, 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

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San Diego

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Return

Price

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

mié. 10/15

11:37 am-6:37 pm

1 stop10h 00m

San Diego

sáb. 10/18

1:12 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$287

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

mar. 7/29

6:10 am-10:03 am

1 stop6h 53m

San Diego

mié. 8/13

10:40 pm-9:00 am

1 stop7h 20m

$297

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

mié. 9/3

12:30 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops9h 15m

San Diego

mié. 9/10

8:40 am-9:00 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$325

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

lun. 8/4

10:43 am-9:55 am

2 stops26h 12m

San Diego

jue. 8/7

5:13 pm-7:32 pm

2 stops23h 19m

$366

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

sáb. 12/13

9:45 am-3:14 pm

1 stop8h 29m

San Diego

dom. 1/4

10:30 pm-10:27 am

1 stop8h 57m

$388

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

mié. 11/5

1:35 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$144

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

mié. 11/5

6:00 am-3:00 pm

2 stops12h 00m

$149

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

mié. 7/30

6:30 am-1:10 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$224

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

dom. 8/10

9:31 am-9:55 am

2 stops27h 24m

$249

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

vie. 8/8

6:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$260

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Best time to book a flight from Albany to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Albany with our price prediction graph.
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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 June 27, 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 65 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 julio 3, 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 julio 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Albany to San Diego. 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 San Diego round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Albany, New York to San Diego is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $287 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $292 and $297 round-trip. Users have found that Southwest is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $144 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 Delta and Southwest, with prices starting from $149 and $224, respectively.

  • 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 julio 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$336Average$565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$362Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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