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$85+ Cheap flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco (ABQ - SFO)

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ABQ — SFO
Jan 11 — Jan 181
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/241:40 pmABQ - SFO
1 stop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/212:42 pmSFO - ABQ
1 stop5h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/297:10 amABQ - SFO
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/11:09 pmSFO - ABQ
1 stop10h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/242:10 pmABQ - SFO
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Wed 1/215:05 amSFO - ABQ
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$367
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/247:10 amABQ - SFO
1 stop8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/49:15 amSFO - ABQ
1 stop11h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/316:10 pmABQ - SFO
1 stop5h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/66:25 amSFO - ABQ
1 stop5h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$372
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/316:31 amABQ - SFO
Nonstop3h 09mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/75:00 amSFO - ABQ
1 stop7h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$383
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Fri 12/266:31 amABQ - SFO
Nonstop3h 09mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/106:27 pmSFO - ABQ
Nonstop2h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$392
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Fri 12/266:31 amABQ - SFO
Nonstop3h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/305:00 amSFO - ABQ
1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$398
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/247:10 amABQ - SFO
1 stop8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/293:51 pmSFO - ABQ
1 stop5h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$399

Find flight deals from Albuquerque to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albuquerque (ABQ) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$217
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$85
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$470

Good round-trip deal

$523 or less

Good one-way deal

$340 or less
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From Albuquerque to San Francisco
One-way flight from Albuquerque to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($35 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Albuquerque to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Albuquerque to San Francisco.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Albuquerque

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AlbuquerqueSan Francisco

ABQ - SFO

ABQSFO

Albuquerque

Thu 1/15

11:05 am-3:27 pm

1 stop5h 22m

San Francisco

Sun 1/18

5:00 am-1:13 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$217

AlbuquerqueSan Francisco

ABQ - SFO

ABQSFO

Albuquerque

Thu 1/15

7:00 am-1:29 pm

1 stop7h 29m

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

5:00 am-1:13 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$287

AlbuquerqueSan Francisco

ABQ - SFO

ABQSFO

Albuquerque

Sat 1/17

11:05 am-5:50 pm

1 stop7h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

2:42 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$287

AlbuquerqueSan Francisco

ABQ - SFO

ABQSFO

Albuquerque

Sat 1/17

7:00 am-1:29 pm

1 stop7h 29m

San Francisco

Tue 1/27

8:35 am-5:15 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$287

AlbuquerqueSan Francisco

ABQ - SFO

ABQSFO

Albuquerque

Thu 1/15

7:00 am-1:29 pm

1 stop7h 29m

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

2:42 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$287

AlbuquerqueSan Francisco

ABQ - SFO

ABQSFO

Albuquerque

Thu 1/15

11:05 am-5:50 pm

1 stop7h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

6:25 am-1:13 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$287

AlbuquerqueSan Francisco

ABQ - SFO

ABQSFO

Albuquerque

Thu 1/15

6:00 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop5h 58m

San Francisco

Wed 1/28

6:25 am-1:13 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$287

AlbuquerqueSan Francisco

ABQ - SFO

ABQSFO

Albuquerque

Thu 1/15

6:20 am-5:49 pm

2 stops12h 29m

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

10:30 am-10:24 pm

2 stops10h 54m

$294

AlbuquerqueSan Francisco

ABQ - SFO

ABQSFO

Albuquerque

Sun 1/18

6:20 am-11:30 pm

2 stops18h 10m

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

10:30 am-10:24 pm

2 stops10h 54m

$294

AlbuquerqueSan Francisco

ABQ - SFO

ABQSFO

Albuquerque

Tue 1/20

6:55 pm-12:23 pm

1 stop18h 28m

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

7:00 am-6:15 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$308

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Albuquerque to San Francisco in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Albuquerque-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Albuquerque-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Albuquerque-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Albuquerque-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Albuquerque-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Albuquerque to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Albuquerque with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Albuquerque to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Albuquerque to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Albuquerque to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Albuquerque to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 84 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Albuquerque to San Francisco?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to San Francisco (average of $48). Flying from Albuquerque to San Francisco in November is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 ABQ to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Albuquerque to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

When flying from Albuquerque to San Francisco, 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 62% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Albuquerque to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Albuquerque to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Albuquerque to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Albuquerque to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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 airports do I use to fly from Albuquerque to San Francisco?

    San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from Albuquerque. Booking flights from Albuquerque (ABQ) to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily flights to San Francisco from 4 different airlines. 2h 32m is how long a flight from Albuquerque to San Francisco will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Albuquerque to San Francisco flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Albuquerque to San Francisco?

    United Airlines can get you from Albuquerque to San Francisco in just under 5h 22m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 894 mi between Albuquerque and San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Albuquerque to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at $176, Delta will fly you from Albuquerque to San Francisco and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $198 and $210, respectively. Delta is 54% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Albuquerque to San Francisco one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $107. Users have also found prices from $108 and $138 on Delta and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Albuquerque to San Francisco?

    Consider ANA (82%), Air Canada (78%) or Air New Zealand (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Albuquerque to San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $203. While the most popular route (Albuquerque - San Francisco) can be booked for $217 on average, our data indicates $627 when flying from Albuquerque to San Francisco.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albuquerque to San Francisco 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 Albuquerque to San Francisco?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to San Francisco (average of $48). Flying from Albuquerque to San Francisco in November is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 Albuquerque to San Francisco

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$210Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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