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$209+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Albany, NY (SAN - ALB)

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SAN — ALB
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Diego to Albany Intl are usually found in January or November, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 January 16, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$382
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$209
(United Airlines)

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January

Average price

$388
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Albany
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Albany. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 2/126:15 amSAN - ALB
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Wed 2/2612:40 pmALB - SAN
1 stop8h 22mDelta
Deal found 1/15$347
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 2/59:30 pmSAN - ALB
2 stops11h 29mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/126:00 amALB - SAN
1 stop9h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/15$352
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/191:46 pmSAN - ALB
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/15:14 amALB - SAN
1 stop8h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$382
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 4/239:20 pmSAN - ALB
1 stop10h 20mSouthwest
Mon 5/54:40 pmALB - SAN
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 1/15$422
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Sat 2/157:41 pmSAN - ALB
2 stops20h 12mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/47:47 pmALB - SAN
3 stops29h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$486

Find flights from San Diego to Albany within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 January 16, 2025.

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San DiegoAlbany

SAN - ALB

SANALB

San Diego

Wed 2/12

6:15 am-5:40 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Albany Intl

Wed 2/26

12:40 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$347

San DiegoAlbany

SAN - ALB

SANALB

San Diego

Wed 2/5

9:30 pm-11:59 am

2 stops11h 29m

Albany Intl

Wed 2/12

6:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$352

San DiegoAlbany

SAN - ALB

SANALB

San Diego

Fri 2/14

12:54 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Albany Intl

Tue 2/18

4:41 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$382

San DiegoAlbany

SAN - ALB

SANALB

San Diego

Wed 2/12

10:00 am-7:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Albany Intl

Thu 2/13

6:45 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$482

San DiegoAlbany

SAN - ALB

SANALB

San Diego

Sat 2/15

7:41 pm-6:53 pm

2 stops20h 12m

Albany Intl

Tue 3/4

7:47 pm-10:13 pm

3 stops29h 26m

$486

San DiegoAlbany

SAN - ALB

SANALB

San Diego

Sun 3/2

9:30 pm-10:14 am

1 stop9h 44m

$209

San DiegoAlbany

SAN - ALB

SANALB

San Diego

Fri 2/28

12:35 pm-12:05 am

2 stops8h 30m

$214

San DiegoAlbany

SAN - ALB

SANALB

San Diego

Sun 3/2

7:41 pm-7:11 pm

3 stops20h 30m

$228

San DiegoAlbany

SAN - ALB

SANALB

San Diego

Sun 2/2

9:55 pm-10:49 am

1 stop9h 54m

$259

San DiegoAlbany

SAN - ALB

SANALB

San Diego

Mon 1/20

12:00 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$509

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Albany in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice 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 San Diego-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 San Diego-Albany, New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Albany, New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-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 San Diego-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 San Diego to Albany

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Albany

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Diego to Albany including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Albany, New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Albany. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

Booking 46 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Albany, New York. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Albany, New York (average of $366). Flying from San Diego 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 SAN to ALB?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 January 16, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Albany, New York, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus a flight in the morning.

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 January 16, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Diego to Albany, New York is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $382 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Southwest, starting at $392 and $422 round-trip. Users have found that American Airlines is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $209. Users have also found prices from $214 and $259 on Southwest and American Airlines, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Albany?

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Albany, New York (average of $366). Flying from San Diego 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 San Diego to Albany

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$345Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$356Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$366Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$366Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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