San Francisco from Albany, 5 – 10 Nov: £1,027 for two, all in
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The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- £53 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates
- Free cancellation at FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
- Typical highs 63–64°F, lows near 52°F this time of year
The catch: Not nonstop: a stop on the way, 8h 50m in all.
Worth it if you want to walk, eat and see things; skip it if you want to switch off.
Round-trip flights from Albany to San Francisco are $377 per person ($754 for two) for Nov 5–10, 2026, 5 nights, on United with one stop. Expect overcast days with highs of 63–64°F, and the best-value hotel, FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill, comes to $609 for the stay.
The total, before you go
£1,027 for two · 5 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £568 |
| FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill, 5 nights, two guests, taxes in | £459 |
| The total, before you go | £1,027 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £121 |
£53 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates.
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £30 each way per bag on United, £121 for two return); a resort fee, if the hotel has one, is collected at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£284 per person, return
£568 for two, taxes and fees included · United · 1 stop · 8h 50m
Out Thu, Nov 5, 6:00 AM – Thu, Nov 5, 11:50 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| United | £284 | 1 stop | 8h 50m |
| American. Operated by Piedmont Airlines as American Eagle | £284 | 1 stop | 9h 37m |
| Southwest | £288 | 2 stops | 12h 40m |
Prices checked 13 Oct 2026, 11:59 GMT-4. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
We found United round trips at $377 per person, or $754 for two, for Nov 5–10, 2026. That's $70 below the highest fare we saw for these dates, a 16% gap across the 12 offers we checked. The 6:00 AM flight out of Albany lands at SFO at 11:50 AM on Thursday, Nov 5, so you still get the first afternoon in the city. Our sample budget for two comes to $3,263: $754 for flights, $609 for the hotel and $1,900 for spending. In early November you can expect highs of 63–64°F, lows near 52°F and mostly overcast skies. That's good weather for walking the hills, riding the ferries and taking long lunches, and it's no beach trip. Prices are all-in as found when we checked, and they can change.
The kind of trip this is
This is a city trip with food and nature close by: cable cars, dim sum, the bay and redwoods just across the bridge. It suits a couple who wants a romantic getaway or a pair of friends who like to walk and eat. Five nights lets you take it slow, with one big outing a day and plenty of time left over for long meals and neighborhood wandering.
Weather in San Francisco, 5 – 10 Nov
Typical highs 63–64°F, lows near 52°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 5 Nov | 63 °F | 54 °F | Overcast |
| Fri 6 Nov | 63 °F | 55 °F | Overcast |
| Sat 7 Nov | 63 °F | 51 °F | Overcast |
| Sun 8 Nov | 63 °F | 50 °F | Overcast |
| Mon 9 Nov | 64 °F | 51 °F | Overcast |
| Tue 10 Nov | 64 °F | 50 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in San Francisco
The best value is FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill, at $609 for 5 nights ($122 a night) for a Queen Room. It's rated 7.8 across 3,181 reviews and sits in the Theater District. The top-rated pick is Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA, a 4-star hotel at $1,551 for the stay ($310 a night). It's rated 8.6 from 2,219 reviews. The budget option is The Pickwick Hotel San Francisco, a 3-star hotel at $788 ($158 a night) with a Superior Two Double room, which works well for friends sharing. It's rated 7.4 from 2,168 reviews. The Hyatt and The Pickwick are both listed in the Union Square area, where central hotels put cable cars and shopping right at the door. All three rates are room only and come with free cancellation.
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
£459 for 5 nights, two guests · £92 a night
See roomsHyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
£1,169 for 5 nights, two guests · £234 a night
See roomsThe Pickwick Hotel San Francisco
£594 for 5 nights, two guests · £119 a night
See roomsAll hotels in San Francisco for these dates
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Where in San Francisco
- Union Square: Central hotels with cable cars and shopping at the door.
- Fisherman's Wharf / North Beach: Waterfront, Alcatraz ferries and Italian cafes.
- Nob Hill: Grand historic hotels with bay views.
- The Mission: Murals, taquerias and the sunniest weather in town.
- Marina / Cow Hollow: Boutique inns near the Golden Gate and Crissy Field.
What to do in San Francisco
- Walk or bike across the Golden Gate Bridge, then keep going to Sausalito
- Take the ferry out to Alcatraz from the Fisherman's Wharf / North Beach waterfront
- Ride a cable car over Nob Hill for the bay views
- Eat dim sum in Chinatown one day and burritos in the Mission the next
- See the redwoods at Muir Woods
- Watch the sea lions at Pier 39
Also worth it
- Take the ferry to Alcatraz
Tours and tickets in San Francisco
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Albany | Albany International (ALB) |
|---|---|
| Airports in San Francisco | San Francisco International (SFO), Oakland International (OAK), San José Mineta International (SJC) |
| Flight time | 8h 50m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 2,554 miles each way |
| Time difference | -3 hours |
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What 5 nights in San Francisco costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £568 |
| Hotel, 5 nights (FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill) | £459 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 5 days for two | £1,432 |
| Total for two | £2,460 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for a luxury destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Albany to San Francisco
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £284 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £284 (13 Oct 2026) |
| Price checks | 4 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travellers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for San Francisco.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- US travelers don't need a passport for this trip, and the currency is the US dollar.
- San Francisco is 3 hours behind Albany.
- The United flight takes 8h 50m with one stop and covers 2,554 miles.
- All three hotel rates are room only, so breakfast isn't included, and each one has free cancellation.
- Expect overcast days with highs of 63–64°F and lows near 52°F, so pack layers.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
When we checked, United had round trips at $377 per person, or $754 for two. That's $70 below the highest fare we saw for these dates. American also had $377 with one stop, and Southwest had $382 with two stops. Prices are all-in and can change.
What are the flight times?
The United flight leaves Albany at 6:00 AM on Thursday, Nov 5, and lands at SFO at 11:50 AM local time. It has one stop and takes 8h 50m in total.
Do I need a passport?
No, US travelers don't need one. This is a domestic trip and you'll be paying in US dollars.
What is the weather like?
Expect typical early-November weather: overcast days with highs of 63–64°F and lows near 52°F. Bring a jacket for the ferries and the bridge.
Is 5 nights enough?
Yes, for a first look. Five nights gives you room for Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, Muir Woods and Chinatown, with time left over for meals. Our sample budget for two is $3,263 including $1,900 for spending.
Which airports serve San Francisco?
These fares fly into San Francisco International (SFO). The area is also served by Oakland International (OAK) and San José Mineta International (SJC).
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