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$139+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Albany, NY (SFO - ALB)

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Jan 22 — Jan 291
Wed 1/22
Wed 1/29
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The best prices from San Francisco to Albany Intl are usually found in January or September, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Albany

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 17, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$277
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$139
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$326
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Albany
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Albany. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 2/1510:40 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop10h 31mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/196:19 amALB - SFO
1 stop9h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/14$277
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.
Tue 12/26:00 amSFO - ALB
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Wed 12/106:30 pmALB - SFO
1 stop8h 36mDelta
Deal found 1/15$287
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.
Sat 2/110:45 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop8h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/55:45 amALB - SFO
1 stop8h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/15$353
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/15:35 amSFO - ALB
2 stops11h 20mSouthwest
Wed 2/51:15 pmALB - SFO
2 stops11h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 1/16$439
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/68:10 amSFO - ALB
2 stops12h 19mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/1012:42 pmALB - SFO
1 stop10h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/15$484
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/2711:59 pmSFO - ALB
2 stops16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/58:02 pmALB - SFO
3 stops39h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$899

Find flights from San Francisco to Albany within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 17, 2025.

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San Francisco

Sat 2/15

10:40 pm-12:11 pm

1 stop10h 31m

Albany Intl

Fri 2/21

5:14 am-12:42 pm

1 stop10h 28m

$277

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SFO - ALB

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San Francisco

Mon 3/24

10:45 pm-11:43 am

1 stop9h 58m

Albany Intl

Thu 3/27

9:44 am-2:43 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$287

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Sat 2/1

10:45 pm-10:15 am

1 stop8h 30m

Albany Intl

Wed 2/5

5:45 am-11:29 am

1 stop8h 44m

$353

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Sat 2/1

5:35 am-7:55 pm

2 stops11h 20m

Albany Intl

Wed 2/5

1:15 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops11h 10m

$439

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Thu 5/22

9:30 am-11:28 pm

2 stops10h 58m

Albany Intl

Mon 5/26

6:05 pm-9:46 am

1 stop18h 41m

$623

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Fri 6/27

11:59 pm-7:29 pm

2 stops16h 30m

Albany Intl

Sat 7/5

8:02 pm-8:08 am

3 stops39h 06m

$899

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Mon 4/7

10:21 pm-10:47 am

1 stop9h 26m

$139

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

11:20 pm-2:22 pm

1 stop12h 02m

$190

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Tue 3/18

7:20 pm-10:25 am

2 stops12h 05m

$194

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Sat 3/15

6:00 am-4:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$205

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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 Francisco 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
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 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 Francisco-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 Francisco-Albany, New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Albany, New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 Francisco-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 Francisco to Albany

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Albany

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

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

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

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Albany, New York?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Albany, New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 45% on airfare.

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 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines, Delta and Southwest from San Francisco to Albany to help guide your decision. 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
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

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

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

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

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

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

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,199 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

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

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Albany, New York round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $277, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Albany, New York.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. American Airlines is priced at 49% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $139. Users have also found prices from $190 and $194 on JetBlue and Southwest, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Albany, New York?

    San Francisco to Albany, New York flights have a layover in Chicago most often. Detroit sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from San Francisco to Albany, New York.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Chicago?

    Chicago travelers tend to visit Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, and River North more than anywhere else. Those on a layover in Chicago interested in visiting Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, or River North can do so by traveling 15.5 mi, 16.2 mi, and 15.0 mi, respectively from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Those landing in Chicago looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $60 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Detroit?

    Most Detroit visitors opt to spend their time at Fox Theatre, Fillmore Detroit, and Masonic Temple. Fox Theatre, Fillmore Detroit and Masonic Temple are located about 17.3 mi, 17.3 mi, and 17.0 mi, respectively from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers can book a car rental at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County for about $62 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Albany, New York flights?

    San Francisco to Albany, New York flights have a layover in Charlotte the least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Albany, New York (average of $366). Flying from San Francisco 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 5 airlines flying from San Francisco to Albany

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$279Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$325Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$391Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$616Average$703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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