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$287+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Albany, NY (ALB)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — ALB
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$287
(Delta)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$437
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Albany
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Albany. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 4/227:25 amCMH - ALB
1 stop5h 28mDelta
Tue 4/296:05 amALB - CMH
1 stop3h 36mDelta
Deal found 2/20$287
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/610:38 amCMH - ALB
2 stops31h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/105:56 pmALB - CMH
2 stops23h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$315
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sun 3/98:22 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop4h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/115:11 pmALB - CMH
1 stop6h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Tue 3/186:20 amCMH - ALB
2 stops9h 20mSouthwest
Tue 4/16:15 amALB - CMH
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 2/18$362
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 4/222:20 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop6h 57mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/296:00 amALB - CMH
2 stops17h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$432

Find flights from Columbus to Albany within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 February 20, 2025.

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Price

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Tue 4/22

7:25 am-12:53 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Albany Intl

Tue 4/29

6:05 am-9:41 am

1 stop3h 36m

$287

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Thu 3/6

10:38 am-6:26 pm

2 stops31h 48m

Albany Intl

Mon 3/10

5:56 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops23h 29m

$315

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Sun 3/9

8:22 pm-12:41 am

1 stop4h 19m

Albany Intl

Tue 3/11

5:11 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$347

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Tue 3/18

6:20 am-3:40 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Albany Intl

Tue 4/1

6:15 am-11:10 am

1 stop4h 55m

$362

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Tue 4/22

2:20 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Albany Intl

Tue 4/29

6:00 am-11:38 pm

2 stops17h 38m

$432

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Deals found on 2/20

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Columbus Airport-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 Columbus Airport-Albany, New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Albany, New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-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 Columbus Airport-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 Columbus to Albany

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to Albany

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Albany, New York (average of $366). Flying from Columbus Airport 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 CMH to ALB?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 February 20, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus Airport to Albany, New York in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 February 20, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,227 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,768 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Located just 7.4 mi from the city center, Albany Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Albany from Columbus. Booking flights from Columbus to Albany Intl (ALB) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Columbus from 4 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus Airport to Albany, New York is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $287 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Southwest, starting at $347 and $362 round-trip. Delta is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Albany, New York?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Albany, New York (average of $366). Flying from Columbus Airport 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 Columbus to Albany

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$234Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$267Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$315Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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