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$93+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — ORD
abr. 9 — abr. 161
mié. 4/9
mié. 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Albany Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in October or August, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Albany to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albany (ALB) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). 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 abril 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$259
(Delta)

One-way from

$93
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$363

Good round-trip deal

$399 or less

Good one-way deal

$226 or less
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Cheapest flights from Albany to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 4, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
lun. 4/286:28 pmALB - ORD
1 stop6h 31mDelta
mar. 4/296:45 amORD - ALB
1 stop4h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/4$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
sáb. 5/107:30 pmALB - ORD
1 stop13h 10mUnited Airlines
dom. 5/1111:15 amORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$260
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
jue. 9/185:27 amALB - ORD
1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
lun. 9/227:00 pmORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/3$263
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
mar. 5/62:40 pmALB - ORD
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
sáb. 5/1012:40 pmORD - ALB
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/3$278
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vie. 5/96:23 pmALB - ORD
1 stop19h 19mMultiple Airlines
dom. 5/119:55 amORD - ALB
2 stops30h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$282

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany to O'Hare Intl 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 abril 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Albany

Fly to

O'Hare Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

lun. 4/28

6:28 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 4/29

6:45 am-11:50 am

1 stop4h 05m

$259

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

sáb. 5/10

7:30 pm-7:40 am

1 stop13h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 5/11

11:15 am-2:16 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$260

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

jue. 9/18

5:27 am-10:22 am

1 stop5h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/22

7:00 pm-10:16 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$263

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

mar. 5/6

2:40 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop9h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 5/10

12:40 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$278

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

vie. 5/9

6:23 pm-12:42 pm

1 stop19h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 5/11

9:55 am-5:33 pm

2 stops30h 38m

$282

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

lun. 6/2

11:31 am-4:25 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$93

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

mar. 5/6

6:00 am-7:27 am

Nonstop2h 27m

$113

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

mar. 5/6

12:57 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$123

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

jue. 4/17

6:00 am-10:37 am

1 stop5h 37m

$139

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

jue. 8/28

8:40 am-5:55 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$142

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Deals found on 4/3

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Albany to O'Hare Intl in April.
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 Albany, New York-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Albany, New York-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Albany, New York-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Albany, New York-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Albany, New York-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Albany to O'Hare Intl

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Albany to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Albany to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 46 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 Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 ALB to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated abril 4, 2025.

When flying from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 31% versus a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Albany to O'Hare Intl. 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 abril 4, 2025.

The most flights from ALB to ORD are scheduled on a Thursday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Rainfall in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, 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 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated abril 4, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Albany to Chicago, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,900 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,618 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Albany to O'Hare Intl. 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 from for flights from Albany to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    For a flight from Albany to Chicago O'Hare Intl, you will be flying from Albany Intl. Albany Intl (ALB) is just 7.4 mi from the center of the city. Albany Intl is the only Albany airport and it handles 18 outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. 2 airlines have flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl from Albany Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    Delta, at $259, was found to be the cheapest airline from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and American Airlines. Delta is 27% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $113. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Emirates (92%), Republic Airways (86%) and United Airlines (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    While on average a flight from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is generally $963, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $158. When looking at the most popular route, (Albany Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $225 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Albany to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Albany to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Albany to O'Hare Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Albany to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albany to O'Hare Intl 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 Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 2 airlines flying from Albany to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Albany to O'Hare Intl. 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 abril 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$213Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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