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$115+ 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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — SFO
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:15 pmALB - SFO
1 stop9h 02mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/612:55 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop7h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$306
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:15 pmALB - SFO
1 stop9h 02mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/305:00 amSFO - ALB
1 stop9h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$382
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/165:10 amALB - SFO
1 stop8h 50mSouthwest
Fri 12/269:25 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:50 amALB - SFO
1 stop12h 16mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/711:13 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$439
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/228:35 amALB - SFO
1 stop10h 25mSouthwest
Thu 1/16:10 amSFO - ALB
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$468
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:00 amALB - SFO
1 stop9h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/305:00 amSFO - ALB
1 stop9h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$489
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:13 pmALB - SFO
1 stop8h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/712:55 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop7h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$495
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/227:20 pmALB - OAK
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Thu 1/17:00 amOAK - ALB
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$498
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/174:15 pmALB - SJC
1 stop8h 10mSouthwest
Fri 12/267:50 pmSJC - ALB
2 stops9h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$523
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Wed 12/175:55 amALB - SJC
2 stops12h 08mDelta
Sun 12/2112:31 pmSJC - ALB
1 stop8h 12mDelta
Deal found 12/2$804
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/286:55 amALB - SJC
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Sun 1/47:10 pmSJC - ALB
2 stops10h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$814
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 12/1012:47 pmALB - SJC
1 stop10h 54mDelta
Sun 12/1410:25 pmSJC - ALB
1 stop10h 27mDelta
Deal found 12/4$821

Find flight deals from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Albany to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated December 4, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$159
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$115
(Southwest)

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February

Average price

$481
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

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Albany

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

Tue 2/24

4:27 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 32m

San Francisco

Sat 2/28

6:00 am-4:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$196

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

Tue 2/17

4:55 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop9h 02m

San Francisco

Fri 2/27

10:54 pm-11:52 am

1 stop9h 58m

$257

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

Wed 2/18

4:55 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop9h 02m

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

10:54 pm-11:52 am

1 stop9h 58m

$257

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

Wed 2/18

4:55 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop9h 02m

San Francisco

Tue 2/24

10:54 pm-11:52 am

1 stop9h 58m

$257

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

Wed 1/7

5:30 am-10:56 am

1 stop8h 26m

San Francisco

Wed 1/21

12:10 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$257

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

Tue 2/17

4:55 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop9h 02m

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

10:54 pm-11:52 am

1 stop9h 58m

$257

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

Wed 2/18

4:55 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop9h 02m

San Francisco

Wed 2/25

6:00 am-4:13 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$257

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

Wed 2/18

4:55 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop9h 02m

San Francisco

Fri 2/27

10:54 pm-11:52 am

1 stop9h 58m

$257

AlbanySan Jose

ALB - SJC

ALBSJC

Albany Intl

Tue 1/13

5:30 am-2:52 pm

2 stops12h 22m

San Jose

Wed 1/14

10:45 pm-11:55 am

1 stop10h 10m

$262

AlbanySan Jose

ALB - SJC

ALBSJC

Albany Intl

Wed 2/11

6:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop9h 56m

San Jose

Wed 2/25

10:30 pm-1:48 pm

2 stops12h 18m

$262

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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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $276). 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 December 4, 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 December 4, 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
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
4,250 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
9,066 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
11,047 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

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

  • 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 Southwest can get you from Albany, New York to San Francisco Bay Area in just under 9h 02m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 18m. 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 Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $104. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines 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 - Oakland or Albany Intl - San Jose.

  • 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $276). 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$251Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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