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$139+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to San Francisco Bay Area

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ALB — SFO
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Round-trip from

$277
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One-way from

$139
(United Airlines)

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September

Average price

$463
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Cheapest flights from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on février 20, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
sam. 3/155:14 pmALB - SFO
1 stop10h 08mDelta
lun. 3/1710:45 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop7h 15mDelta
Deal found 2/20$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
mer. 4/94:30 pmALB - SFO
1 stop10h 45mUnited Airlines
dim. 4/1311:20 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop8h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$278
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
lun. 3/103:57 pmALB - SFO
1 stop9h 55mAmerican Airlines
jeu. 3/131:36 pmSFO - ALB
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$310
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
ven. 3/76:06 amALB - SJC
1 stop9h 02mDelta
mar. 3/116:15 amSJC - ALB
1 stop8h 48mDelta
Deal found 2/20$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
dim. 3/235:20 amALB - SJC
1 stop9h 15mAmerican Airlines
sam. 3/297:20 pmSJC - ALB
2 stops12h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$385
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
mer. 4/92:40 pmALB - SFO
1 stop9h 15mSouthwest
dim. 4/137:15 pmSFO - ALB
2 stops12h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$393
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
jeu. 6/126:50 amALB - SJC
2 stops10h 50mSouthwest
lun. 6/167:10 pmSJC - ALB
2 stops9h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$427
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
jeu. 3/204:15 pmALB - SJC
1 stop9h 35mUnited Airlines
lun. 3/246:35 pmSJC - ALB
2 stops12h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$474
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
dim. 4/66:58 pmALB - SFO
2 stops31h 59mMultiple Airlines
dim. 4/136:09 pmSFO - ALB
2 stops21h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$510
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
lun. 3/312:40 pmALB - OAK
2 stops14h 16mDelta
mar. 3/46:00 amOAK - ALB
2 stops13h 40mDelta
Deal found 2/20$867
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
mer. 4/912:27 pmALB - STS
2 stops23h 58mAlaska Airlines
dim. 4/137:32 pmSTS - ALB
2 stops23h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,059
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
jeu. 5/2912:33 pmALB - SJC
2 stops26h 57mAlaska Airlines
ven. 6/62:53 pmSJC - ALB
3 stops18h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,082

Find flights from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area 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 février 20, 2025.

Fly from

Albany

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

sam. 3/15

5:14 pm-12:22 am

1 stop10h 08m

San Francisco

lun. 3/17

10:45 pm-9:00 am

1 stop7h 15m

$277

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

mer. 4/9

4:30 pm-12:15 am

1 stop10h 45m

San Francisco

dim. 4/13

11:20 pm-10:36 am

1 stop8h 16m

$278

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

lun. 3/10

3:57 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop9h 55m

San Francisco

jeu. 3/13

1:36 pm-12:41 am

1 stop8h 05m

$310

AlbanySan Jose

ALB - SJC

ALBSJC

Albany Intl

ven. 3/7

6:06 am-12:08 pm

1 stop9h 02m

San Jose

mar. 3/11

6:15 am-6:03 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$368

AlbanySan Jose

ALB - SJC

ALBSJC

Albany Intl

dim. 3/23

5:20 am-11:35 am

1 stop9h 15m

San Jose

sam. 3/29

7:20 pm-10:49 am

2 stops12h 29m

$385

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

mer. 4/9

2:40 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop9h 15m

San Francisco

dim. 4/13

7:15 pm-10:40 am

2 stops12h 25m

$393

AlbanySan Jose

ALB - SJC

ALBSJC

Albany Intl

jeu. 6/12

6:50 am-2:40 pm

2 stops10h 50m

San Jose

lun. 6/16

7:10 pm-7:55 am

2 stops9h 45m

$427

AlbanySan Jose

ALB - SJC

ALBSJC

Albany Intl

jeu. 3/20

4:15 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop9h 35m

San Jose

lun. 3/24

6:35 pm-10:19 am

2 stops12h 44m

$474

AlbanySan Francisco

ALB - SFO

ALBSFO

Albany Intl

dim. 4/6

6:58 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops31h 59m

San Francisco

dim. 4/13

6:09 pm-6:23 pm

2 stops21h 14m

$510

AlbanyOakland

ALB - OAK

ALBOAK

Albany Intl

lun. 3/3

12:40 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops14h 16m

Oakland

mar. 3/4

6:00 am-10:40 pm

2 stops13h 40m

$867

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Travel insights for flights from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Albany, New York to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated février 20, 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 San Francisco Bay Area as you normally would.

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated février 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Albany Intl (ALB) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $139. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Albany, New York to San Francisco Bay Area for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Albany, New York to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The most popular route from Albany, New York to San Francisco Bay Area is Albany Intl - San Francisco. You may also consider Albany Intl - San Jose or Albany Intl - Oakland.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Albany, New York to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Albany to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 février 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$265Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$269Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$281Average$620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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