Flying from San Diego to Albany International Airport (ALB): What you need to know
Start your journey at one of San Diego's main airports, San Diego International Airport (SAN) or McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Check out your options for booking a flight from San Diego to Albany International Airport (ALB) leaving from either of these.
Albany is three hours ahead of San Diego. Albany International Airport is located in Albany, which runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from San Diego to ALB.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The journey from central San Diego to SAN takes around 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from San Diego to Albany International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to San Diego International Airport:
Of the departures from San Diego International Airport, 71.38% land on schedule at their destination.
SAN's address is N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
CLD is about 56 kilometres from central San Diego. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport the day before your San Diego to ALB flight:
About Albany International Airport (ALB)
Have a late flight from San Diego to Albany International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near ALB and get cosy, quick:
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Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your San Diego to Albany International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
The address for ALB is 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
Getting from Albany International Airport (ALB) to central Albany
The centre of Albany is about 11 kilometres from Albany International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Albany International Airport (ALB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Albany International Airport is R 2,680. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 5,383. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from San Diego to ALB, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to Albany International Airport (ALB)
April is the quietest month for flights from San Diego to Albany International Airport (ALB), while August is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Albany based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your San Diego to ALB plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Albany, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to Albany International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -13ºC (9ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Albany
After booking your flight from San Diego to Albany International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Albany:
Erie Canal System and Hudson Valley are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Albany itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Albany Institute of History & Art.
Explore more of the United States
Albany has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. Around 225 kilometres south of Albany, a trip to New York will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty.
Around 225 kilometres east of Albany, Boston is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Quincy Market.
