Flying from Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Albuquerque Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-8, which makes San Francisco one hour behind Albuquerque.
Flights from ABQ to SFO start at 06:00 — the earliest with United Airlines. The latest departure is at 16:00 with United Airlines. In total, there are 18 weekly Albuquerque Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your ABQ to SFO flight.
Flying during a peak month like October? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into San Francisco (and then seeing more of the United States!) is easy with United. This popular airline offers direct flights from Albuquerque Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is United.
United is the most punctual carrier offering ABQ to SFO flights. A dependable 82.67% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Albuquerque Airport to San Francisco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ABQ and SFO include:
Los Angeles International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Albuquerque Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is $167. A return fare right now is $335. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ABQ to SFO if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Albuquerque Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ABQ to SFO by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Albuquerque Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)
ABQ's address is 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Albuquerque Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart ABQ arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Albuquerque to Albuquerque Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near ABQ? If you've booked an early flight from Albuquerque Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're coming in on a late Albuquerque Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near SFO:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and see more of San Francisco and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to central San Francisco has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Albuquerque Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to San Francisco in March.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your flights from Albuquerque Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from ABQ to SFO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
