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$89+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to Illinois

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Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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Round-trip from

$273
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$89
(United Airlines)

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February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$431

Good round-trip deal

$414 or less

Good one-way deal

$188 or less
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This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/202:30 pmALB - MDW
2 stops6h 20mSouthwest
Thu 3/277:15 amMDW - ALB
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$272
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/235:30 amALB - ORD
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/296:29 pmORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$273
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.
Thu 4/176:00 amALB - ORD
Nonstop2h 31mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/2011:47 amORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$275
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.
Sun 3/239:44 amALB - ORD
1 stop3h 57mDelta
Sat 3/296:45 amORD - ALB
1 stop4h 09mDelta
Deal found 2/20$283
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.
Sun 3/236:00 amALB - MDW
1 stop3h 45mDelta
Sat 3/299:25 amMDW - ALB
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Deal found 2/20$283
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.
Thu 3/612:36 pmALB - STL
1 stop10h 38mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/106:00 amSTL - ALB
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$290
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Fri 4/255:56 pmALB - ORD
2 stops14h 07mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/305:10 amORD - ALB
2 stops35h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$300
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.
Tue 8/267:25 amALB - ORD
2 stops11h 30mSouthwest
Fri 8/291:50 pmORD - ALB
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$344
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Thu 4/101:50 pmALB - STL
1 stop4h 59mDelta
Thu 4/176:08 amSTL - ALB
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Deal found 2/19$358
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.
Fri 5/161:45 pmALB - STL
2 stops9h 10mSouthwest
Tue 5/205:20 amSTL - ALB
2 stops7h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 2/18$387
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.
Sun 3/95:37 amALB - STL
2 stops7h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/117:30 amSTL - ALB
1 stop5h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$432
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.
Sun 3/96:56 pmALB - STL
3 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/119:50 amSTL - ALB
3 stops31h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$540

Find flights from Albany to Illinois within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany to Illinois 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.

Fly from

Albany

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AlbanyChicago

ALB - MDW

ALBMDW

Albany Intl

Thu 3/20

2:30 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops6h 20m

Chicago Midway

Thu 3/27

7:15 am-1:40 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$272

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Sun 3/23

5:30 am-10:39 am

1 stop6h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/29

6:29 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

$273

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Thu 4/17

6:00 am-7:31 am

Nonstop2h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/20

11:47 am-2:53 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

$275

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Sun 3/23

9:44 am-12:41 pm

1 stop3h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/29

6:45 am-11:54 am

1 stop4h 09m

$283

AlbanyChicago

ALB - MDW

ALBMDW

Albany Intl

Sun 3/23

6:00 am-8:45 am

1 stop3h 45m

Chicago Midway

Sat 3/29

9:25 am-4:15 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$283

AlbanySt. Louis

ALB - STL

ALBSTL

Albany Intl

Thu 3/6

12:36 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop10h 38m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 3/10

6:00 am-12:04 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$290

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Fri 4/25

5:56 pm-7:03 am

2 stops14h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/30

5:10 am-5:33 pm

2 stops35h 23m

$300

AlbanySt. Louis

ALB - STL

ALBSTL

Albany Intl

Thu 4/10

1:50 pm-5:49 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 4/17

6:08 am-12:53 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$358

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Mon 5/5

6:00 am-5:55 pm

2 stops12h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/9

11:25 am-10:05 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$360

AlbanySt. Louis

ALB - STL

ALBSTL

Albany Intl

Fri 5/16

1:45 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 5/20

5:20 am-1:45 pm

2 stops7h 25m

$387

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Best time to book a flight from Albany to Illinois

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Travel insights for flights from Albany to Illinois

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Albany, New York to Illinois 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 IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany to Illinois. 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.

When flying from Albany, New York to Illinois, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Albany, New York to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Albany to Illinois. 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from ALB to USIL are scheduled on a Thursday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in Illinois by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois 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 Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, 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 Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Albany to Illinois to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

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
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

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
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

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
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

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
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

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
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

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 airport do you fly from for flights from Albany to Illinois?

    Albany Intl (ALB), located 7.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Albany to Illinois.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $89. Users have also found prices from $89 and $119 on Southwest and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Albany, New York to Illinois?

    The most popular flight routes from Albany, New York to Illinois are Albany Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Albany Intl - Chicago Midway and Albany Intl - Lambert-St Louis.

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

    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 Albany, New York to Illinois on time: Republic Airways (100%), Air Canada (74%), Air New Zealand (74%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $148. While the most popular route (Albany Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $236 on average our data indicates $1,161 when flying from Albany, New York to Illinois.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albany to Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Albany, New York to Illinois 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 4 airlines flying from Albany to Illinois

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Albany to Illinois. 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
DeltaCheapest$176Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$214Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$230Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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