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$269+ Cheap flights from Columbia to Albany, NY (CAE - 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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — ALB
Jun 30 — Jul 71
Tue 6/30
Tue 7/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbia to Albany

Cheapest flights from Columbia to Albany
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to Albany. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 31, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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 7/224:05 pm
CAE
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ALB
1 stop7h 12m
Delta
Sat 7/256:26 am
ALB
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CAE
1 stop6h 33m
Delta
Deal found 5/30$315
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 8/297:49 am
CAE
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ALB
1 stop5h 37m
Delta
Sun 9/66:08 am
ALB
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CAE
1 stop5h 01m
Delta
Deal found 5/29$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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.
Thu 6/184:05 pm
CAE
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ALB
1 stop7h 02m
Delta
Thu 6/256:00 am
ALB
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CAE
1 stop7h 02m
Delta
Deal found 5/27$323
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 6/137:45 pm
CAE
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ALB
1 stop4h 02m
United Airlines
Wed 6/176:00 am
ALB
-
CAE
1 stop3h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/29$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 8/296:36 pm
CAE
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ALB
1 stop4h 55m
American Airlines
Mon 8/315:00 am
ALB
-
CAE
1 stop5h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/27$344
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 7/86:00 am
CAE
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ALB
1 stop5h 33m
American Airlines
Sat 7/115:01 am
ALB
-
CAE
1 stop5h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/27$370
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
Thu 10/111:07 am
CAE
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ALB
1 stop7h 10m
American Airlines
Sat 10/1012:20 pm
ALB
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CAE
1 stop6h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/31$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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 8/291:51 pm
CAE
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ALB
2 stops8h 05m
American Airlines
Sun 9/65:42 am
ALB
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CAE
1 stop6h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/30$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 6/134:09 pm
CAE
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ALB
2 stops5h 52m
American Airlines
Wed 6/175:39 am
ALB
-
CAE
1 stop6h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/29$387
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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.
Thu 8/66:36 pm
CAE
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ALB
1 stop4h 55m
American Airlines
Mon 8/106:00 am
ALB
-
CAE
1 stop6h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/29$390
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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.
Fri 6/54:35 pm
CAE
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ALB
1 stop6h 28m
Delta
Sun 6/712:36 pm
ALB
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CAE
1 stop6h 15m
Delta
Deal found 5/29$399

Find flight deals from Columbia to Albany

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbia (CAE) 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 May 31, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$315
(Delta)

One-way from

$269
(United Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$372
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($71 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbia 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 May 31, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to Albany that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbiaAlbany

CAE - ALB

CAEALB

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 7/22

4:05 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Albany Intl

Sat 7/25

6:26 am-12:59 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$315

ColumbiaAlbany

CAE - ALB

CAEALB

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/29

6:36 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Albany Intl

Sun 9/6

8:03 am-12:18 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$319

ColumbiaAlbany

CAE - ALB

CAEALB

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/29

7:49 am-1:26 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Albany Intl

Sun 9/6

6:08 am-11:09 am

1 stop5h 01m

$319

ColumbiaAlbany

CAE - ALB

CAEALB

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 10/8

5:10 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Albany Intl

Mon 10/12

6:00 am-11:18 am

1 stop5h 18m

$323
Quickest round-trip

ColumbiaAlbany

CAE - ALB

CAEALB

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 6/13

7:45 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop4h 02m

Albany Intl

Wed 6/17

6:00 am-9:56 am

1 stop3h 56m

$339

ColumbiaAlbany

CAE - ALB

CAEALB

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 10/1

11:07 am-6:17 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Albany Intl

Sat 10/10

12:20 pm-6:58 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$374

ColumbiaAlbany

CAE - ALB

CAEALB

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 7/17

7:39 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Albany Intl

Fri 7/24

6:00 am-12:59 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$481

ColumbiaAlbany

CAE - ALB

CAEALB

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 10/1

7:05 am-11:51 am

1 stop4h 46m

Albany Intl

Sat 10/10

6:00 am-2:10 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$524
Cheapest one-way

ColumbiaAlbany

CAE - ALB

CAEALB

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/5

7:54 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 04m

$269

ColumbiaAlbany

CAE - ALB

CAEALB

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 9/5

2:34 pm-9:56 pm

2 stops7h 22m

$315

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 5/28

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Compare providers for flights from Columbia 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 Columbia to Albany in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Columbia-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 Columbia-Albany, New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbia-Albany, New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbia-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 Columbia-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 Columbia to Albany

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Albany, New York (average of $268). Flying from Columbia to Albany, New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $552). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbia 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 May 31, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and American Airlines from Columbia 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,412 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

CAE - ATL

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Delta
7.9
Good
8,412 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,412 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

CAE - ATL

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,642 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,412 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

CAE - ATL

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbia to Albany. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Delta and American Airlines can get you from Columbia to Albany, New York in just under 4h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 17m. The distance between Columbia and Albany, New York is about 725 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbia to Albany, New York is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $248 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $248. American Airlines is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Albany, New York (average of $268). Flying from Columbia to Albany, New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $552). 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 Columbia to Albany

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbia 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 May 31, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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