How many flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 38.8% of flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This means that while direct options are available, a significant portion of the flights on this route will involve at least one connection.

How long does it take to fly from Albuquerque to San Francisco?

The typical direct flight from Albuquerque to San Francisco has a median duration of 2 hours and 41 minutes, covering a distance of 1441 kilometers. Flights with a single stopover generally take longer, with a median duration of 5 hours and 39 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey.

How often do cheap flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco come up frequently. This route is classified as one where good deals are regularly observed. Travelers looking for budget-friendly options can typically find them with some consistency.

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Albuquerque to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco

For flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco, fares typically range from $295–$497, with a median of $364. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and about 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, suggesting frequent opportunities to find cheap flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Albuquerque to San Francisco? The most affordable month to fly is typically April, with a median fare of $237. Following closely, July offers a median fare of $277, and September presents a median of $299, making these months generally more economical for this route.

A typical journey from Albuquerque to San Francisco takes about 2h 41m for direct flights. However, since most itineraries connect at least once, a typical journey including connections is longer, averaging 5h 46m. The median flight time for all itineraries, including those with connections, is 2h 41m.

The route from Albuquerque to San Francisco covers a distance of 1441 km. This classifies it as a short-haul flight, meaning you can expect a relatively quick journey between these two cities.

How much is a round trip from Albuquerque to San Francisco

Regular price: $124 - $321

Prices for flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco is between $124 and $321. The current lowest deal is $216 with United Airlines for travel from Oct 20-Oct 21.

now $216

Low $124

High $321

The cheapest time to fly from Albuquerque to San Francisco

Flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco are generally lower priced from January to December. The cheapest month to fly is July, with a median price of $325. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $532.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $325

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $532

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Albuquerque to San Francisco

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - San Francisco

Albuquerque (ABQ) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$172

$293

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - San Francisco

Albuquerque (ABQ) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$131

$282

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - San Francisco

Albuquerque (ABQ) - San Francisco (SFO)

Southwest Airlines

$236

$276

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - San Francisco

Albuquerque (ABQ) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$156

$297

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - San Francisco

Albuquerque (ABQ) - San Francisco (SFO)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$233

$442

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - San Francisco

Albuquerque (ABQ) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$162

$286

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco

7 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 30

$297 → $287

7 nights

Oct 6 - Oct 13

$276 → $287

7 nights

Jan 9 - Jan 16

$267 → $287

7 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 17

$284 → $305

Popular Airports to fly from Albuquerque to San Francisco

Albuquerque - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares are below the typical level for this route, with 7% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for prices around $237

Historically, April, July, and September offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 41m

Connecting flights typically take 5h 46m, while direct flights average 2h 41m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights make up 61.2% of recent availability, typically with one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines has offered 1 direct deal recently, with prices from $216.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for this route appear frequently, with many options in the last 30 days.

Albuquerque main airports to depart from

Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)

Cheapest

Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) is a convenient departure airport for flights to San Francisco.

📍 ~5 km from Albuquerque city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$196

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$196

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a useful alternative, especially if you are traveling to the East Bay or seeking low-cost carrier options.

📍 ~18 km from San Francisco (reachable by BART rail system)

💸 Flights from ~$216

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Francisco

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

Historically, the best time to book flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco for the cheapest prices is typically between 28 and 59 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight was around $352. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise to an average of $451. Even booking 60+ days out tends to result in higher average fares, around $429.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Albuquerque to San Francisco is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $295. The median price for this route historically stands at $364. Prices can go up significantly, with 75% of deals observed at $497 or less, indicating that fares above this amount are on the higher end of the spectrum.

Historically, April has been the cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque to San Francisco, with a median price of $237. July also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $277. While September is listed among the cheapest months with a median of $299, it is also noted as the most expensive month, suggesting price variability within the month. The annual median price for this route is $364.

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Albuquerque to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco

How much is a round trip from Albuquerque to San Francisco

Regular price: $124 - $321

Prices for flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco is between $124 and $321. The current lowest deal is $216 with United Airlines for travel from Oct 20-Oct 21.

now $216

Low $124

High $321

The cheapest time to fly from Albuquerque to San Francisco

July

Cheapest

Flights from $325

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $532

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Albuquerque to San Francisco

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - San Francisco

Albuquerque (ABQ) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$172

$293

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - San Francisco

Albuquerque (ABQ) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$131

$282

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - San Francisco

Albuquerque (ABQ) - San Francisco (SFO)

Southwest Airlines

$236

$276

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - San Francisco

Albuquerque (ABQ) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$156

$297

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - San Francisco

Albuquerque (ABQ) - San Francisco (SFO)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$233

$442

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - San Francisco

Albuquerque (ABQ) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$162

$286

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Albuquerque to San Francisco

7 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 30

$297 → $287

7 nights

Oct 6 - Oct 13

$276 → $287

7 nights

Jan 9 - Jan 16

$267 → $287

7 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 17

$284 → $305

Popular Airports to fly from Albuquerque to San Francisco