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$66+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Albany, NY (ALB)

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ORD — ALB
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
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 43 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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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 December 4, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Sat 12/276:00 pmORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/64:20 pmALB - ORD
Nonstop2h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$240
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Tue 12/1611:10 amORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 10mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/256:04 pmALB - ORD
Nonstop2h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/1$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Sun 12/146:00 amORD - ALB
1 stop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1710:55 amALB - ORD
1 stop22h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/136:11 amORD - ALB
2 stops29h 34mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1710:55 amALB - ORD
1 stop22h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Sun 12/146:00 amORD - ALB
1 stop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/206:22 pmALB - ORD
2 stops31h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$267
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Sun 12/146:00 amORD - ALB
1 stop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/159:20 pmALB - ORD
2 stops25h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/316:02 pmORD - ALB
1 stop4h 21mDelta
Tue 1/65:40 amALB - ORD
1 stop6h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/3$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/316:02 pmORD - ALB
1 stop4h 21mDelta
Thu 1/86:30 pmALB - ORD
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Deal found 12/3$280
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/316:02 pmORD - ALB
1 stop4h 21mDelta
Fri 1/95:40 amALB - ORD
1 stop4h 47mDelta
Deal found 12/3$285
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Sun 12/146:00 amORD - ALB
1 stop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/225:22 pmALB - ORD
2 stops50h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$288

Find 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 December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$151
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$66
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$398

Good round-trip deal

$299 or less

Good one-way deal

$137 or less
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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 December 4, 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 1/6

7:05 am-1:24 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Albany Intl

Thu 1/8

5:40 am-10:55 am

1 stop6h 15m

$184

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/6

11:05 am-2:31 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Albany Intl

Tue 1/6

7:25 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$231

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/10

11:05 am-2:31 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Albany Intl

Mon 1/12

5:45 am-9:43 am

1 stop4h 58m

$239

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/19

7:30 am-10:34 am

Nonstop2h 04m

Albany Intl

Mon 2/23

6:00 am-7:33 am

Nonstop2h 33m

$241

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/30

6:21 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Albany Intl

Tue 1/6

4:20 pm-6:09 pm

Nonstop2h 49m

$250

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/28

5:32 pm-8:41 am

2 stops14h 09m

Albany Intl

Mon 2/2

3:12 pm-11:47 am

3 stops21h 35m

$254

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/8

11:05 am-2:31 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Albany Intl

Sun 1/18

7:25 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$256

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/16

8:45 am-2:13 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Albany Intl

Thu 12/25

6:00 am-7:46 am

Nonstop2h 46m

$260

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/5

7:10 am-2:02 pm

1 stop5h 52m

Albany Intl

Tue 1/6

5:40 am-9:27 am

1 stop4h 47m

$263

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/5

6:50 am-11:49 am

1 stop3h 59m

Albany Intl

Wed 1/7

5:40 am-9:27 am

1 stop4h 47m

$263

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Compare providers for flights from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl to Albany in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Albany, New York flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Albany, New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Albany, New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Albany, New York flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 O'Hare Intl Airport-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 O'Hare Intl to Albany

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Albany from O'Hare Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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 November 28, 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 43 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York (average of $161). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York in February is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 December 4, 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 in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 12% 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 December 4, 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
9,066 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from O'Hare Intl 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 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 15 daily inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York?

    Delta and United Airlines can get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York in just under 2h 26m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 53m. Airlines will cover a distance of 720 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $221, 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 $231. American Airlines is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 Envoy Air (85%), American Airlines (78%) and Alaska Airlines (78%).

  • 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 $265, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $111. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Albany Intl), is priced around $151.

  • 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York (average of $161). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Albany, New York in February is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$221Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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