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$123+ Cheap flights from Richmond to Albany, NY (RIC - ALB)

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RIC — ALB
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to Albany Intl are usually found in September or January, booked 17 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Albany

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) 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

$307
(Delta)

One-way from

$123
(Mytrip)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$437
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Albany
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond 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 2/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/215:46 pmRIC - ALB
1 stop5h 14mDelta
Sun 3/236:00 amALB - RIC
1 stop5h 41mDelta
Deal found 2/19$307
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 3/98:13 pmRIC - ALB
1 stop4h 28mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/125:30 amALB - RIC
1 stop4h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$317
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/207:30 amRIC - ALB
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Sun 8/248:40 amALB - RIC
1 stop3h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$392
This United 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/78:35 amRIC - ALB
1 stop5h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/107:25 pmALB - RIC
1 stop3h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$453
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 4/175:15 amRIC - ALB
2 stops37h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/201:38 pmALB - RIC
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$518

Find flights from Richmond to Albany within your budget

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RichmondAlbany

RIC - ALB

RICALB

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 3/21

5:46 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop5h 14m

Albany Intl

Sun 3/23

6:00 am-11:41 am

1 stop5h 41m

$307

RichmondAlbany

RIC - ALB

RICALB

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 3/9

8:13 pm-12:41 am

1 stop4h 28m

Albany Intl

Wed 3/12

5:30 am-10:08 am

1 stop4h 38m

$317

RichmondAlbany

RIC - ALB

RICALB

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 8/12

7:30 am-5:35 pm

2 stops10h 05m

Albany Intl

Fri 8/15

8:15 am-11:45 am

1 stop3h 30m

$402

RichmondAlbany

RIC - ALB

RICALB

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 3/7

8:35 am-2:25 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Albany Intl

Mon 3/10

7:25 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$453

RichmondAlbany

RIC - ALB

RICALB

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 4/17

5:15 am-6:37 pm

2 stops37h 22m

Albany Intl

Sun 4/20

1:38 pm-8:23 pm

2 stops30h 45m

$518

RichmondAlbany

RIC - ALB

RICALB

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 4/3

9:11 am-4:51 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$123

RichmondAlbany

RIC - ALB

RICALB

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 4/3

12:16 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops30h 21m

$125

RichmondAlbany

RIC - ALB

RICALB

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 3/21

7:30 am-11:54 am

1 stop4h 24m

$154

RichmondAlbany

RIC - ALB

RICALB

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 8/6

7:30 am-5:35 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$179

RichmondAlbany

RIC - ALB

RICALB

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 8/6

2:35 pm-3:06 pm

3 stops24h 31m

$442

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Deals found on 2/19

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Richmond to Albany in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Richmond-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 Richmond-Albany, New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-Albany, New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-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 Richmond-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 Richmond to Albany

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Travel insights for flights from Richmond to Albany

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Richmond to Albany. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Richmond to Albany, New York may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 17 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond 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 Richmond to Albany, New York in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, 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

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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.

Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Richmond to Albany, New York round-trip from $307. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $317, and Southwest, from $402. You may be able to fly from Richmond to Albany, New York for 28% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Allegiant Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $123. Delta flights start at $154 while deals on Southwest start at $179 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Albany, New York (average of $366). Flying from Richmond 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 3 airlines flying from Richmond to Albany

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Richmond 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$226Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$285Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$286Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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