Albany

$126+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Albany, NY (ALB)

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CHI — ALB
Aug 19 — Aug 261
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Albany Intl are usually found in September or March, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$218
(Southwest)

One-way from

$126
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$353

Good round-trip deal

$234 or less

Good one-way deal

$154 or less
From Chicago (CHI) to Albany Intl
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Albany Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to Albany Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Albany Intl.

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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 August 14, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 10/185:45 pmMDW - ALB
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Tue 10/216:00 pmALB - MDW
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 8/13$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Wed 11/56:20 pmORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 14mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/96:00 amALB - ORD
Nonstop2h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12$220
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 11/51:25 pmMDW - ALB
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Sun 11/95:20 amALB - MDW
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 8/12$220
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/175:30 amORD - ALB
1 stop4h 45mDelta
Sat 9/206:34 pmALB - ORD
1 stop4h 00mDelta
Deal found 8/11$223
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Mon 9/86:17 pmMDW - ALB
1 stop3h 59mDelta
Wed 9/2412:20 pmALB - MDW
1 stop6h 15mDelta
Deal found 8/11$223
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Sat 9/135:17 pmORD - ALB
2 stops18h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/2211:00 amALB - ORD
1 stop7h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$224
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 10/161:26 pmORD - ALB
1 stop19h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/2012:59 pmALB - ORD
1 stop5h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/105:17 pmORD - ALB
2 stops18h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/2211:00 amALB - ORD
1 stop7h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$226
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Wed 9/108:50 amORD - ALB
1 stop4h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/156:00 amALB - ORD
Nonstop2h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12$227
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 10/165:20 pmMDW - ALB
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Mon 10/207:20 pmALB - MDW
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 8/13$227
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Wed 9/178:10 amORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/204:00 pmALB - ORD
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/11$229
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 10/175:20 pmMDW - ALB
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Tue 10/215:30 amALB - MDW
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 8/14$230

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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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Albany that are best for you.

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Chicago

Fly to

Albany

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Thu 10/30

7:45 am-4:35 pm

2 stops7h 50m

Albany Intl

Tue 11/4

6:15 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$218

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Sat 10/18

5:45 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Albany Intl

Tue 10/21

6:00 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$219

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/1

7:40 am-10:46 am

Nonstop2h 06m

Albany Intl

Sun 10/5

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$220

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/11

5:17 pm-10:10 am

2 stops15h 53m

Albany Intl

Mon 9/22

11:00 am-5:26 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$220

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/16

1:26 pm-9:39 am

1 stop19h 13m

Albany Intl

Mon 10/20

12:59 pm-5:21 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$220

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/5

6:20 pm-9:34 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

Albany Intl

Sun 11/9

6:00 am-7:42 am

Nonstop2h 42m

$220

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Wed 9/17

10:05 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Albany Intl

Sun 9/21

6:00 am-7:10 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$220

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/5

1:25 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Albany Intl

Sun 11/9

5:20 am-6:45 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$220

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Fri 10/17

8:30 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Albany Intl

Tue 10/21

5:30 am-6:40 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$220

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/13

7:10 am-11:57 am

1 stop3h 47m

Albany Intl

Tue 9/23

1:54 pm-7:17 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$223

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Albany

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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 August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Albany, New York is 86 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Albany, New York (average of $366). Flying from Chicago 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 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 August 14, 2025.

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 at noon.

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 August 14, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to ALB are scheduled on a Thursday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 August 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, United Airlines, and American 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.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 16 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.

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

    Currently priced at $236, American Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Albany, New York and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $241 and $258, respectively. These flights start at 36% 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?

    $126 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and United Airlines, with prices starting from $126 and $127, 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: SkyWest Airlines (84%), Air Canada (73%), Air New Zealand (73%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Albany, New York is $108. On average you can expect to pay $323. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Albany Intl), can usually be booked for $189.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Albany, New York (average of $366). Flying from Chicago 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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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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$241Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$258Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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