Cheap Flights from Albany (ALB) to San Diego (SANA)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Albany to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in June.

Alternative Albany to San Diego routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Albany to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Albany to San Diego: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$446
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Albany to San Diego: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from Albany to San Diego is $446. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Albany to San Diego. But we found flights with one or more stops from $446.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Albany to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Albany to San Diego is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Albany Airport, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from $446.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Albany Airport to San Diego on Tuesday, 17 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Albany Airport and San Diego. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

Flying from Albany International Airport (ALB) to San Diego: what you need to know

  • Albany International Airport is located in Albany. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, San Diego is 3 hours behind Albany.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from ALB to San Diego, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Travelling during a peak month like August? Popular periods (like summer, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • After booking your cheap tickets from Albany International Airport to San Diego, get your documents in order. A visa or passport isn't needed since you're flying within United States. As long as you have some other valid form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence, you're all set.

  • The journey from central Albany to ALB takes about 44 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • In search of a convenient hotel near ALB? If you're catching an early flight from Albany International Airport to San Diego, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:

How to find the cheapest flights from Albany International Airport (ALB) to San Diego

  • $221 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Albany International Airport to San Diego. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $446. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ALB to San Diego if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your ticket from Albany International Airport to San Diego.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll let you know straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for flight tickets from ALB to San Diego every day.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Albany International Airport to San Diego, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) to the centre of San Diego is around 9 minutes by car. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 20 minutes if you're using public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Albany International Airport to San Diego. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • As soon as your flight from Albany International Airport to San Diego has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 39 minutes by car. Central San Diego is approximately 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD).

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 2 hours and 14 minutes on public transport.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to CLD. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from ALB to San Diego:

Best time to go to San Diego

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Albany International Airport to San Diego. To avoid the crowds, visit San Diego in May when it's quieter.

  • Before booking a flight from Albany International Airport to San Diego, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 28ºC.

  • February has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flights from ALB to San Diego sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

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