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$169+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Albany, NY (SMF - ALB)

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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — ALB
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Sun 3/30
Sun 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Albany

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Albany (ALB). 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 March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$343
(Southwest)

One-way from

$169
(Mytrip)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$734
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Albany
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Albany. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/235:35 amSMF - ALB
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Wed 4/302:40 pmALB - SMF
1 stop9h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$343
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sat 5/1011:12 pmSMF - ALB
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Sat 6/76:18 pmALB - SMF
1 stop7h 31mDelta
Deal found 3/25$347
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/237:26 pmSMF - ALB
2 stops12h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/305:25 amALB - SMF
1 stop11h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$348
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 8/1511:45 pmSMF - ALB
1 stop9h 34mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/184:45 pmALB - SMF
1 stop8h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$417
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Fri 4/111:17 pmSMF - ALB
2 stops26h 59mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/215:58 pmALB - SMF
3 stops26h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$569

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Albany 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 March 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Albany that are best for you.

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SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/23

5:35 am-4:05 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Albany Intl

Wed 4/30

2:40 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$343

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/10

11:12 pm-9:01 am

1 stop6h 49m

Albany Intl

Sat 6/7

6:18 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$347

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/23

7:26 pm-10:47 am

2 stops12h 21m

Albany Intl

Wed 4/30

5:25 am-1:29 pm

1 stop11h 04m

$348

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/15

11:45 pm-12:19 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Albany Intl

Mon 8/18

4:45 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$417

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Fri 4/11

1:17 pm-7:16 pm

2 stops26h 59m

Albany Intl

Mon 4/21

5:58 pm-5:36 pm

3 stops26h 38m

$569

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/15

1:17 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops27h 38m

$169

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/15

11:12 am-11:19 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$172

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/17

11:12 pm-9:01 am

1 stop6h 49m

$174

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/16

6:32 pm-10:05 am

2 stops12h 33m

$202

SacramentoAlbany

SMF - ALB

SMFALB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/11

7:55 pm-8:10 am

2 stops9h 15m

$205

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 3/23

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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 Sacramento to Albany in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Sacramento-Albany, New York flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Albany, New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Albany, New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Albany, New York flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Sacramento-Albany, New York 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 Sacramento to Albany

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Albany from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Albany

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Albany, New York (average of $366). Flying from Sacramento to Albany, New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $456). 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 SMF to ALB?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Albany. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sacramento to Albany, New York in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Albany by month

Plan your trip to Albany by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Albany, New York ranges from 2.2 - 3.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.7 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Albany, New York when rainfall is around 2.2 in.

Temperature in Albany by month

Plan your trip to Albany by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Albany, New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Albany

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Albany. 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 Albany. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sacramento to Albany, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,890 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Albany. 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 Sacramento to Albany, New York round-trip?

    Flying on Southwest is currently your cheapest option to Albany, New York, with prices starting at $343. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $347 and $348, respectively. Southwest is currently priced 44% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $172. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Sacramento to Albany, New York for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Albany?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Albany 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 Sacramento to Albany, New York?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Albany, New York (average of $366). Flying from Sacramento to Albany, New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $456). 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 Sacramento to Albany

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Albany. 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 March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$326Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$336Average$669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$338Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$356Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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