Albany to San Francisco: what the flight costs
In the last 60 days we checked this route 6 times. The typical round trip was $455 per person and the lowest $377, taxes and fees included.
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| Lowest seen | $377 |
| Typical (median) | $455 |
| Price checks, 60 days | 6 |
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Trips we picked on this route
Just found · from AlbanyWorth it, if
San Francisco
Nov 5–10, 2026 · 5 nights
- $70 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
$1,363 for two · 5 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
Flights $754 + hotel $609, taxes in · a checked bag each adds about $160
United · with a stop · 8h 50m
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.
Every fare we found in the last 30 days
| Checked | Trip dates | Per person | Airline | Stops | Duration | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2026 | Nov 13–18, 2026 | $457 | G4 + F9 + B6 | with a stop | 29h 32m | Kiwi.com |
| Oct 15, 2026 | Nov 14–21, 2026 | $660 | B6 + F9 + G4 | with a stop | 19h 35m | Kiwi.com |
| Oct 13, 2026 | Nov 5–10, 2026 | $445 | B6 + F9 | with a stop | 40h 25m | Kiwi.com |
| Oct 13, 2026 | Nov 5–10, 2026 | $377 | United | with a stop | 8h 50m | Google Flights |
| Oct 13, 2026 | Nov 5–10, 2026 | $453 | B6 + F9 | with a stop | 30h 41m | Kiwi.com |
| Oct 13, 2026 | Nov 14–21, 2026 | $752 | B6 + F9 | with a stop | 18h 59m | Kiwi.com |
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Questions about Albany to San Francisco
What does a round trip from Albany to San Francisco usually cost?
Over the last 60 days the typical price we found was $455 per person, taxes and fees included, across 6 checks; the lowest was $377.
When is the best time to fly from Albany to San Francisco?
San Francisco is at its best in April, May, September, October and November. Avoid July, August: Foggy, chilly summer with the heaviest crowds
Do I need a passport to fly from Albany to San Francisco?
No passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for San Francisco.