What is the cheapest airline to fly from Portland, Maine to Albany, New York round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Portland, Maine to Albany, New York round-trip from $306. Users have found that Southwest is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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.

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).

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Portland, Maine to Albany, New York?

Leaving on a Sunday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 44% on the overall cost on flights from Portland, Maine to Albany, New York.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Portland, Maine to Albany, New York?

February is one of the best times of the year to fly to Albany, New York from Portland, Maine. Prices for February average $436 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $306. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of March. Opting for a February flight can save you 62% on your journey compared to booking in March

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Portland to Albany?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland 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.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Albany, New York (average of $365). Flying from Portland, Maine to Albany, New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $431). 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 PWM to ALB?

It’s optimal to fly from Portland, Maine to Albany, New York in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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See what other customers who have flown with Southwest from Portland to Albany have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,242 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,242 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,242 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Portland, Maine to Albany, New York round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Portland, Maine to Albany, New York round-trip from $306. Users have found that Southwest is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
Can I find deals for flights from Portland to Albany that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Portland to Albany flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Portland to Albany?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Portland to Albany.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Portland to Albany?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland 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 Portland, Maine to Albany, New York?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Albany, New York (average of $365). Flying from Portland, Maine to Albany, New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $431). 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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