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$125+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Albany, NY (ALB)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — ALB
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Albany Intl are usually found in September or February, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Albany

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Albany (ALB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$258
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$125
(United Airlines)

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September

Average price

$357
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Albany
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Albany. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/1011:10 amORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 16mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/124:30 pmALB - ORD
Nonstop2h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$258
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/209:20 amORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/223:00 pmALB - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$260
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/127:30 amORD - ALB
1 stop5h 33mDelta
Sat 2/225:50 amALB - ORD
1 stop4h 26mDelta
Deal found 1/16$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/176:28 pmMDW - ALB
1 stop3h 57mDelta
Sat 2/225:04 pmALB - MDW
1 stop6h 16mDelta
Deal found 1/14$278
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/282:10 pmMDW - ALB
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Tue 3/45:45 amALB - MDW
Nonstop2h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 1/15$288
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/11:30 pmORD - ALB
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
Sun 3/25:40 pmALB - ORD
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 1/16$313
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/233:56 pmORD - ALB
2 stops22h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/268:23 pmALB - ORD
2 stops17h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$318

Find flights from Chicago to Albany within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Albany that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

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ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/10

11:10 am-2:26 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

Albany Intl

Wed 2/12

4:30 pm-6:22 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

$258

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/11

1:45 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Albany Intl

Sat 2/22

6:55 am-8:25 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$258

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/20

9:20 am-12:23 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Albany Intl

Sat 2/22

3:00 pm-4:36 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

$260

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/12

7:30 am-2:03 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Albany Intl

Sat 2/22

5:50 am-9:16 am

1 stop4h 26m

$269

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/12

10:57 am-5:40 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Albany Intl

Sat 2/22

5:04 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$269

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/1

1:30 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Albany Intl

Sun 3/2

5:40 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$313

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/30

3:56 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops22h 39m

Albany Intl

Mon 2/3

10:41 am-11:32 pm

2 stops13h 51m

$379

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/15

11:59 am-3:01 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$125

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/15

12:30 pm-3:20 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$125

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/16

6:00 am-6:53 pm

1 stop11h 53m

$126

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Albany in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Albany, New York flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Albany, New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Albany, New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Albany, New York flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Albany, New York flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Albany

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Albany

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Albany including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Albany, New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Albany. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Albany, New York is 77 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Albany, New York?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Albany, New York (average of $366). Flying from Chicago to Albany, New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $456). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to ALB?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Albany. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Albany, New York in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 6% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Albany, New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Albany. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to ALB are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in Albany by month

Plan your trip to Albany by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Albany, New York ranges from 2.2 - 3.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.7 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Albany, New York when rainfall is around 2.2 in.

Temperature in Albany by month

Plan your trip to Albany by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Albany, New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Albany

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Albany. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Albany. Reviews last updated January 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Chicago to Albany by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Albany. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Albany from Chicago?

    Albany Intl (ALB) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to Albany. You should not have trouble finding flights to Albany Intl from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 12 inbound flights from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Albany airport from Chicago. It is only a 7.4 mi journey from Albany Intl (ALB) to Albany’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Albany, New York round-trip?

    Currently priced at $258, United Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Albany, New York and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $260 and $269, respectively. These flights start at 31% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Albany, New York one-way?

    $125 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and Delta, with prices starting from $125 and $135, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Albany, New York?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Chicago to Albany, New York on time: Alaska Airlines (71%), American Airlines (70%), Piedmont Airlines (70%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Albany, New York?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Albany, New York is $124. On average you can expect to pay $384. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Albany Intl), can usually be booked for $258.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Albany that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Albany flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Albany?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Albany.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Albany?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Albany by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Albany, New York?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Albany, New York (average of $366). Flying from Chicago to Albany, New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $456). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Chicago to Albany

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Albany. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$177Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$198Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$221Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$258Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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