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$126+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 11/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — SFO
Nov 13 — Nov 201
Thu 11/13
Thu 11/20
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$293
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$126
(American Airlines)

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February

Average price

$482
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Cheapest flights from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 14, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/811:20 amALB - SFO
1 stop9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/1711:59 pmSFO - ALB
2 stops9h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/14$296
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Sun 11/96:08 amALB - SFO
1 stop9h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/1611:18 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop9h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/12$305
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Mon 11/1711:49 amALB - SFO
2 stops11h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/196:00 amSFO - ALB
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/13$306
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/116:08 amALB - SFO
2 stops11h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/188:00 amSFO - ALB
2 stops10h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/14$311
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Fri 11/1411:39 amALB - SFO
2 stops11h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/1711:59 pmSFO - ALB
2 stops9h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/13$315
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 12/163:28 pmALB - SFO
1 stop10h 00mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/26:00 amSFO - ALB
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/13$325
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/76:01 amALB - SFO
1 stop12h 02mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/127:10 amSFO - ALB
2 stops11h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/14$330
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 12/227:20 pmALB - SFO
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Sat 1/317:55 amSFO - ALB
2 stops11h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 10/13$333
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 11/185:19 amALB - SFO
2 stops11h 18mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/287:12 amSFO - ALB
2 stops10h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/12$335
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/811:20 amALB - SFO
2 stops10h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/1512:27 amSFO - ALB
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/14$336
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 12/165:55 amALB - SFO
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Tue 12/3010:51 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop10h 05mDelta
Deal found 10/12$338
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Tue 11/44:15 pmALB - SJC
1 stop8h 10mSouthwest
Wed 11/57:00 amSJC - ALB
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 10/13$351

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area 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 October 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

Fly from

Albany

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

Sat 11/8

6:01 am-12:30 pm

1 stop9h 29m

San Francisco

Mon 11/17

11:59 pm-12:46 pm

2 stops9h 47m

$296

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

Tue 12/16

5:55 am-10:46 am

1 stop7h 51m

San Francisco

Tue 12/30

10:51 pm-11:56 am

1 stop10h 05m

$338

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

Tue 10/28

3:36 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop10h 59m

San Francisco

Tue 11/4

11:59 pm-12:46 pm

1 stop9h 47m

$374

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

Wed 11/19

7:29 pm-1:28 am

1 stop8h 59m

San Francisco

Wed 11/26

9:20 pm-10:07 am

1 stop9h 47m

$378

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

Wed 11/26

12:59 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop10h 09m

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

6:00 am-5:27 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$378

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

Sat 11/22

7:29 pm-1:15 am

1 stop8h 46m

San Francisco

Thu 11/27

11:44 pm-12:06 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$392

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

Sat 12/20

7:05 pm-12:15 am

1 stop8h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 1/11

12:10 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$399

AlbanySan Jose

ALB - SJC

ALBSJC

Albany Intl

Tue 12/16

12:47 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop10h 54m

San Jose

Sun 12/28

7:15 am-11:53 pm

2 stops13h 38m

$399

AlbanySan Jose

ALB - SJC

ALBSJC

Albany Intl

Wed 11/12

6:10 am-6:19 pm

2 stops15h 09m

San Jose

Sun 11/16

12:50 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$399

AlbanyOakland

ALB - OAK

ALBOAK

Albany Intl

Thu 10/30

5:10 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Oakland

Thu 11/6

5:35 am-6:00 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$401

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $183). Flying from Albany, New York to San Francisco Bay Area in December is currently the most expensive (average of $280). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 14, 2025.

When flying from Albany, New York to San Francisco Bay Area, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 28% versus a flight at noon.

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

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated October 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area by reading reviews from past customers. 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
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
7,975 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
8,976 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
11,042 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    Albany Intl (ALB) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from Albany, New York to San Francisco Bay Area in just under 7h 51m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 38m. The distance between Albany, New York and San Francisco Bay Area is about 2551 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $126. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Albany, New York to San Francisco Bay Area for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $183). Flying from Albany, New York to San Francisco Bay Area in December is currently the most expensive (average of $280). 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 Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 October 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$220Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$263Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$287Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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