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$85+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Albany, NY (ALB)

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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — ALB
May 10 — May 171
Sun 5/10
Sun 5/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Albany Intl are usually found in September or January, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Albany
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Albany. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 10, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/202:10 pm
ORD
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ALB
1 stop20h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/2410:52 am
ALB
-
ORD
1 stop14h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/161:27 pm
ORD
-
ALB
1 stop19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/2010:52 am
ALB
-
ORD
1 stop23h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6$228
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/203:55 pm
ORD
-
ALB
1 stop26h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/17:53 pm
ALB
-
ORD
1 stop28h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8$231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/143:44 pm
ORD
-
ALB
1 stop17h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/1810:52 am
ALB
-
ORD
2 stops22h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/37:52 am
ORD
-
ALB
1 stop10h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/67:53 pm
ALB
-
ORD
1 stop20h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8$248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/203:55 pm
ORD
-
ALB
1 stop26h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/257:53 pm
ALB
-
ORD
1 stop17h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/296:08 pm
ORD
-
ALB
2 stops16h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/110:52 am
ALB
-
ORD
1 stop14h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6$259
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 6/167:45 am
MDW
-
ALB
Nonstop2h 00m
Southwest
Tue 6/236:55 pm
ALB
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 4/6$285
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Sat 5/167:45 am
MDW
-
ALB
1 stop5h 45m
Southwest
Tue 5/196:40 pm
ALB
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 4/8$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 5/1312:45 pm
MDW
-
ALB
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Mon 5/187:25 pm
ALB
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 4/7$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 5/126:36 pm
MDW
-
ALB
1 stop3h 42m
Delta
Tue 5/196:00 am
ALB
-
MDW
1 stop3h 43m
Delta
Deal found 4/5$305
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Wed 5/66:38 pm
MDW
-
ALB
1 stop3h 43m
Delta
Sat 5/96:00 am
ALB
-
MDW
1 stop3h 43m
Delta
Deal found 4/6$307

Find flight deals from Chicago to Albany

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 April 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$226
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$85
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$339

Good round-trip deal

$334 or less

Good one-way deal

$184 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($52 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 April 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Albany that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/10

8:20 am-5:10 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Albany Intl

Tue 5/12

6:40 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$327

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/7

6:50 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Albany Intl

Thu 5/14

5:30 pm-12:15 am

1 stop7h 45m

$329

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Sun 8/9

9:25 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Albany Intl

Tue 8/25

12:15 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$332

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/14

6:00 am-1:32 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Albany Intl

Mon 5/18

1:00 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$339

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/23

6:36 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop3h 42m

Albany Intl

Mon 5/25

6:00 am-8:43 am

1 stop3h 43m

$339

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/16

12:45 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Albany Intl

Mon 5/18

5:30 pm-12:15 am

1 stop7h 45m

$339
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Fri 10/2

7:35 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Albany Intl

Sun 10/4

7:35 am-8:45 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$349

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/7

12:55 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops6h 55m

Albany Intl

Sun 5/10

7:50 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$349

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/23

5:10 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Albany Intl

Fri 5/29

6:00 am-8:43 am

1 stop3h 43m

$354

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/5

12:00 pm-3:04 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Albany Intl

Wed 5/6

4:55 pm-6:31 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

$365

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Albany

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Albany in April.
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 Chicago-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 Chicago-Albany, New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Albany, New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-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 Chicago-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 Chicago to Albany

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Albany. Price data was last updated on April 9, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Albany, New York is 60 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 Chicago to Albany, New York?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Albany, New York (average of $151). Flying from Chicago to Albany, New York in April is currently the most expensive (average of $304). 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 CHI to ALB?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 April 10, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Albany, New York in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 6% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Albany, New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Albany. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Albany, New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Albany. 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 April 10, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Albany, New York?

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 April 10, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Chicago to Albany. 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
8.0
Very good
4,334 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,334 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,334 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,562 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,334 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,564 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,334 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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

    Albany Intl (ALB) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to Albany. You should not have trouble finding flights to Albany Intl from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 19 inbound flights from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Albany airport from Chicago. It is only a 7.4 mi journey from Albany Intl (ALB) to Albany’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Albany, New York?

    Departing from Chicago to Albany, New York will take you 2h. The distance from Chicago to Albany, New York is about 715 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $205, United Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Albany, New York and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $222 and $253, respectively. These flights start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $56 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 $110 and $111, respectively.

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

    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 Chicago to Albany, New York on time: United Airlines (78%), Alaska Airlines (77%), Republic Airways (77%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Albany, New York is $149. On average you can expect to pay $457. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Albany Intl), can usually be booked for $248.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Albany, New York (average of $151). Flying from Chicago to Albany, New York in April is currently the most expensive (average of $304). 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 Chicago to Albany

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 April 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$205Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$222Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$253Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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