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$109+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to California

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 5/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — LAX
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$264
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$109
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$458

Good one-way deal

$190 or less
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Cheapest flights from Albany to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 6/44:45 pmALB - SFO
1 stop8h 52mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/911:59 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop9h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2412:16 pmALB - SFO
2 stops10h 21mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/301:35 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop8h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 10/281:00 pmALB - SFO
1 stop11h 02mDelta
Tue 11/46:00 amSFO - ALB
1 stop7h 09mDelta
Deal found 4/22$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/205:00 amALB - ONT
1 stop9h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/2810:51 amONT - ALB
1 stop9h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$287
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/175:36 amALB - SAN
1 stop8h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/281:48 pmSAN - ALB
1 stop8h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$287
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/16:35 amALB - SNA
1 stop10h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/712:48 pmSNA - ALB
1 stop6h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Tue 5/204:41 pmALB - RNO
1 stop8h 27mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/276:32 pmRNO - ALB
2 stops12h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$292
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/201:30 pmALB - RNO
2 stops11h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/306:19 amRNO - ALB
2 stops9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/176:18 pmALB - SAN
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Sun 5/2510:00 pmSAN - ALB
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Deal found 4/22$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/286:00 amALB - BUR
1 stop8h 45mDelta
Thu 5/2912:40 pmBUR - ALB
1 stop8h 21mDelta
Deal found 4/22$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 6/1012:43 pmALB - ONT
1 stop10h 11mDelta
Sat 6/145:13 pmONT - ALB
2 stops12h 50mDelta
Deal found 4/22$302
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/196:01 amALB - BUR
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/267:00 amBUR - ALB
2 stops14h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$302

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany to California 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 April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Albany

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

Wed 6/4

4:45 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop8h 52m

San Francisco

Mon 6/9

11:59 pm-12:24 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$264

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

Sat 5/24

12:16 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops10h 21m

San Francisco

Fri 5/30

1:35 pm-12:58 am

1 stop8h 23m

$276

AlbanyOntario

ALB - ONT

ALBONT

Albany Intl

Sat 5/17

5:00 am-9:50 am

1 stop7h 50m

Ontario

Sat 5/24

12:41 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$286

AlbanySanta Ana

ALB - SNA

ALBSNA

Albany Intl

Sat 5/17

5:00 am-10:41 am

1 stop8h 41m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 5/24

10:25 am-11:18 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$286

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

Sat 5/17

5:36 am-10:59 am

1 stop8h 23m

San Diego

Wed 5/28

1:48 pm-12:58 am

1 stop8h 10m

$287

AlbanyReno

ALB - RNO

ALBRNO

Albany Intl

Sat 8/16

4:45 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Reno

Sat 8/23

8:25 pm-12:16 pm

2 stops12h 51m

$292

AlbanyBurbank

ALB - BUR

ALBBUR

Albany Intl

Sat 5/17

5:00 am-11:41 am

1 stop9h 41m

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 5/24

12:34 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$296

AlbanySan Diego

ALB - SAN

ALBSAN

Albany Intl

Sat 5/17

6:00 am-12:33 pm

1 stop9h 33m

San Diego

Sun 5/25

10:00 pm-9:01 am

1 stop8h 01m

$297

AlbanyBurbank

ALB - BUR

ALBBUR

Albany Intl

Wed 5/28

6:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop8h 45m

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 5/29

12:40 pm-12:01 am

1 stop8h 21m

$297

AlbanySanta Ana

ALB - SNA

ALBSNA

Albany Intl

Wed 5/28

6:00 am-10:36 am

1 stop7h 36m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 5/31

6:45 am-6:00 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$297

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Best time to book a flight from Albany to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Albany to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to California (average of $246). Flying from Albany, New York to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 ALB to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Albany, New York to California as you normally would.

Rainfall in California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, 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 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated April 24, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Albany to California to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
159 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
159 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
159 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
159 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
159 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
159 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
159 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Albany to California?

    Albany Intl (ALB) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Albany to California. It is only a 7.4 mi journey to Albany Intl (ALB) from Albany’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Albany, New York to California are American Airlines ($109), Southwest ($126), and Allegiant Air ($130).

  • What are the most popular routes from Albany, New York to California?

    When deciding which route to take from Albany, New York to California consider Albany Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Albany Intl - Los Angeles or Albany Intl - San Francisco as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to California (average of $246). Flying from Albany, New York to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 Albany to California

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Albany to California. 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 April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$276Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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