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$131+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Albany, NY (ALB)

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ORD — ALB
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Albany Intl are usually found in April or February, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Albany

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$218
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$131
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$341

Good round-trip deal

$262 or less

Good one-way deal

$154 or less
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Albany
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Albany. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 9/308:10 amORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/75:56 pmALB - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 10/91:26 pmORD - ALB
1 stop19h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1310:29 amALB - ORD
1 stop14h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$221
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Tue 9/168:10 amORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 10mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/186:01 pmALB - ORD
Nonstop2h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 10/288:30 pmORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 21mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/317:00 amALB - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$234
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/307:00 amORD - ALB
1 stop5h 14mDelta
Wed 10/85:45 amALB - ORD
1 stop7h 00mDelta
Deal found 8/17$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Tue 10/145:00 amORD - ALB
1 stop5h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/215:56 pmALB - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/119:10 amORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 06mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/412:50 pmALB - ORD
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/17$241
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Sat 9/207:10 amORD - ALB
1 stop3h 47mDelta
Tue 9/305:45 amALB - ORD
1 stop4h 17mDelta
Deal found 8/17$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 10/112:14 pmORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 12mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/146:00 amALB - ORD
1 stop7h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$251

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Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl 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 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany that are best for you.

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Price

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/30

8:10 am-11:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Albany Intl

Tue 10/7

5:56 pm-7:26 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$218

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

1:26 pm-9:39 am

1 stop19h 13m

Albany Intl

Mon 10/13

10:29 am-11:41 pm

1 stop14h 12m

$221

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/11

7:40 am-10:46 am

Nonstop2h 06m

Albany Intl

Wed 10/15

4:46 pm-6:14 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

$229

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/30

2:14 pm-5:26 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

Albany Intl

Tue 11/4

5:59 pm-7:49 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$229

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/18

8:30 pm-11:51 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

Albany Intl

Tue 10/21

5:56 pm-7:26 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$229

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/17

8:10 am-11:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Albany Intl

Sat 9/20

6:04 pm-7:37 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

$229

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/10

6:30 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Albany Intl

Sat 12/13

6:12 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

$229

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/28

8:30 pm-11:51 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

Albany Intl

Fri 10/31

7:00 am-8:36 am

Nonstop2h 36m

$233

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-6:24 pm

2 stops30h 25m

$234

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/30

7:00 am-1:14 pm

1 stop5h 14m

Albany Intl

Wed 10/8

5:45 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 00m

$237

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Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to Albany

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Albany. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York, you should look to book at least 37 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York (average of $366). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 ORD to ALB?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 5% on airfare.

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 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Albany from Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Located just 7.4 mi from the city center, Albany Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Albany from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Booking flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Albany Intl (ALB) should be relatively easy as there are 11 daily inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl from 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York round-trip?

    Currently priced at $236, American Airlines will fly you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $238. American Airlines is currently priced 33% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York are Delta ($131), United Airlines ($135), and Southwest ($136).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York are American Airlines (76%), Envoy Air (76%) and SkyWest Airlines (76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York? While on average our users pay $323, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $108. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Albany Intl), is priced around $220.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Albany that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Albany flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Albany?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Albany?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York (average of $366). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 2 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Albany

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$241Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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