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-8 timezone, San Diego is three hours behind Albany.
Give yourself enough time to make your ALB to San Diego flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
ALB is about 11 kilometres from central Albany. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near ALB? If you're catching an early flight from Albany International Airport to San Diego, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to Albany International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
ALB's address is 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Albany International Airport (ALB) to San Diego
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Albany International Airport to San Diego flight is 136 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 231 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from ALB to San Diego, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for a Albany International Airport to San Diego ticket.
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Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Albany International Airport to San Diego. Book one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from San Diego International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from ALB to San Diego.
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Central San Diego is roughly 48 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Step off your flight from Albany International Airport to San Diego and then keep your eyes peeled for any airport signs that'll help you reach the centre.
After stepping off your ALB to San Diego flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near CLD. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from CLD ahead of time. You'll also avoid paying extra, especially when the airport is busy.
Best time to go to San Diego
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Albany International Airport to San Diego. July is the most popular month to visit San Diego. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Albany International Airport to San Diego plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALB to San Diego in February when temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about San Diego
After booking your flight from Albany International Airport to San Diego, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Diego:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. San Diego Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are major attractions which should feature on every San Diego itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced San Diego. Around 177 kilometres away to the northwest, well-known attractions include Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.
Phoenix is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 483 kilometres east of San Diego. No journey is complete without visiting Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum.