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$85+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 4/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — WAS
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Sun 3/30
Sun 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Albany Intl to Washington, D.C. are usually found in September or December, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Albany to Washington, D.C.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$169
(Southwest)

One-way from

$85
(Southwest)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$278

Good round-trip deal

$292 or less

Good one-way deal

$145 or less
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Cheapest flights from Albany to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/166:30 amALB - BWI
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Mon 4/219:45 pmBWI - ALB
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$169
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/206:00 amALB - DCA
Nonstop1h 31mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/2310:13 amDCA - ALB
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Fri 4/47:30 pmALB - IAD
Nonstop1h 34mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/68:35 amIAD - ALB
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$219
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/185:45 amALB - DCA
1 stop3h 19mDelta
Mon 4/215:55 pmDCA - ALB
1 stop5h 09mDelta
Deal found 3/24$229
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/15:30 amALB - DCA
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Wed 4/29:05 amDCA - ALB
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$239
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Sat 5/245:12 pmALB - BWI
1 stop5h 14mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/285:27 pmBWI - ALB
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/23$254
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Mon 4/75:58 pmALB - BWI
2 stops16h 41mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/105:45 amBWI - ALB
2 stops35h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/22$283
This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 JetBlue Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/73:28 pmALB - DCA
1 stop7h 18mJetBlue
Tue 4/82:00 pmDCA - ALB
1 stop8h 41mJetBlue
Deal found 3/24$302
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Fri 4/255:21 pmALB - IAD
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/285:00 amIAD - ALB
1 stop5h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$304
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/151:40 pmALB - IAD
2 stops9h 27mDelta
Thu 4/176:00 amIAD - ALB
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Deal found 3/24$346
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/46:00 amALB - DCA
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/67:25 amDCA - ALB
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$379
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/65:41 pmALB - IAD
1 stop15h 36mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/108:25 amIAD - ALB
3 stops25h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$433

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany to Washington, D.C. 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 March 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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AlbanyBaltimore

ALB - BWI

ALBBWI

Albany Intl

Wed 4/16

6:30 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 4/21

9:45 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$169

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - DCA

ALBDCA

Albany Intl

Sun 4/20

6:00 am-7:31 am

Nonstop1h 31m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/24

9:59 am-11:28 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$219

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - IAD

ALBIAD

Albany Intl

Fri 4/4

7:30 pm-9:04 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/6

8:35 am-10:05 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$219

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - DCA

ALBDCA

Albany Intl

Fri 4/18

5:45 am-9:04 am

1 stop3h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/21

5:55 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$229

AlbanyBaltimore

ALB - BWI

ALBBWI

Albany Intl

Sat 5/24

5:12 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop5h 14m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 5/28

5:27 pm-12:58 am

1 stop7h 31m

$254

AlbanyBaltimore

ALB - BWI

ALBBWI

Albany Intl

Mon 4/7

5:58 pm-10:39 am

2 stops16h 41m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 4/10

5:45 am-5:08 pm

2 stops35h 23m

$283

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - DCA

ALBDCA

Albany Intl

Mon 4/7

3:28 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/8

2:00 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$302

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - IAD

ALBIAD

Albany Intl

Fri 4/25

5:21 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/28

5:00 am-10:47 am

1 stop5h 47m

$304

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - DCA

ALBDCA

Albany Intl

Fri 4/4

11:25 am-7:01 pm

1 stop7h 36m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 4/6

7:25 am-2:53 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$339

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - IAD

ALBIAD

Albany Intl

Tue 4/15

1:40 pm-11:07 pm

2 stops9h 27m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/17

6:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 50m

$346

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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 Washington, D.C. in March.
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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-Washington, D.C. 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-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Albany, New York-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Albany, New York-Washington, D.C. 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-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Albany with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Albany to Washington, D.C.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Albany to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 25 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $387). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 45% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Albany to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Albany to Washington, D.C.. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,272 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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
7,890 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,605 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,924 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,272 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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 Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Most people fly from Albany Intl (ALB) if they book a flight from Albany to Washington, D.C.. On average, Albany Intl has 6 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day from 3 airlines. Albany Intl is conveniently located just 7.4 mi from Albany’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Southwest, at $169, was found to be the cheapest airline from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. You may be able to fly from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. for 43% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    $85 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $85 and $85, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C.?

    The most popular route from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. is Albany Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You may also consider Albany Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Albany Intl - Baltimore/Washington.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C.?

    Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. from Albany, New York, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: CommutAir (55%), United Airlines (55%), Brussels Airlines( 54%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C.?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C.? While on average our users pay $1,867, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $129. The most popular route (Albany Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), is priced around $169.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Albany to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Albany to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Albany to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albany to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $387). 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 Albany to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Albany to Washington, D.C.. 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 March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$245Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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