Albany

$109+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Albany, NY (SFO - 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.
SFO — ALB
Mar 30 — Apr 61
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from San Francisco to Albany with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”
2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.
3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Albany Intl are usually found in January or February, booked 72 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 March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$277
(Delta)

One-way from

$109
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$606
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Albany Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-Albany Intl flights.
From San Francisco to Albany Intl
One-way flight from San Francisco to Albany Intl
High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Albany

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 March 25, 2025.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/310:30 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop7h 31mDelta
Fri 6/2012:41 pmALB - SFO
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Deal found 3/24$277
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.
Mon 6/212:21 amSFO - ALB
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/207:19 amALB - SFO
1 stop10h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/2110:44 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop8h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/287:30 pmALB - SFO
1 stop8h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/23$299
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.
Thu 8/285:00 amSFO - ALB
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Thu 9/412:45 pmALB - SFO
1 stop10h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$347
This JetBlue Airways 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 JetBlue Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/28:00 amSFO - ALB
1 stop11h 39mJetBlue
Sun 4/63:28 pmALB - SFO
1 stop11h 14mJetBlue
Deal found 3/24$436
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/249:09 amSFO - ALB
2 stops11h 33mAlaska Airlines
Mon 7/285:13 amALB - SFO
2 stops13h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$726

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 March 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Albany that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Albany

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Tue 6/3

10:30 pm-9:01 am

1 stop7h 31m

Albany Intl

Fri 6/20

12:41 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$277

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Mon 6/2

12:21 am-11:10 am

1 stop7h 49m

Albany Intl

Fri 6/20

7:19 am-3:14 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$278

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Mon 4/21

10:44 pm-10:05 am

1 stop8h 21m

Albany Intl

Mon 4/28

7:30 pm-1:22 am

1 stop8h 52m

$299

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Thu 8/28

5:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Albany Intl

Thu 9/4

12:45 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$347

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Thu 7/24

9:09 am-11:42 pm

2 stops11h 33m

Albany Intl

Mon 7/28

5:13 am-4:08 pm

2 stops13h 55m

$726

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

9:05 pm-7:55 am

1 stop7h 50m

$109

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Mon 4/14

12:47 am-2:14 pm

2 stops10h 27m

$114

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Wed 4/9

11:35 pm-2:17 pm

1 stop11h 42m

$157

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Sun 6/8

10:25 pm-9:03 am

1 stop7h 38m

$170

San FranciscoAlbany

SFO - ALB

SFOALB

San Francisco

Fri 4/25

12:08 am-10:36 am

1 stop7h 28m

$189

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 3/23

Showing 1-10 of 11 results
1
2

Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Albany

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 San Francisco 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

*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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Albany from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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 March 21, 2025.

Booking 72 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 March 25, 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 March 25, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta 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.

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

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?

    Delta, at $277, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Albany, New York.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. Delta is priced at 47% 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 $109. Users have also found prices from $139 and $157 on United Airlines and JetBlue, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when 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 $51 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, Masonic Temple, and Fillmore Detroit. Fox Theatre, Masonic Temple and Fillmore Detroit are located about 17.3 mi, 17.0 mi, and 17.3 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 $58 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

  • 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near San Francisco?

Book flights to San Francisco if you plan to visit one of these locations
Latham
Saratoga Springs
Pittsfield
Windham
Queensbury
Schenectady
Bennington
Hunter

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 4 airlines flying from San Francisco to Albany

Discover the top 4 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 March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$276Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$306Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$313Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$391Average$592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.