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$279+ 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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — ALB
May 17 — May 241
Sun 5/17
Sun 5/24
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 April 17, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/206:00 am
CAE
-
ALB
1 stop5h 34m
American Airlines
Wed 5/275:38 am
ALB
-
CAE
1 stop5h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/13$311
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/295:40 am
CAE
-
ALB
1 stop6h 20m
Delta
Sun 9/66:00 am
ALB
-
CAE
1 stop5h 17m
Delta
Deal found 4/16$320
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/87:01 am
CAE
-
ALB
1 stop6h 31m
Delta
Sun 5/106:10 am
ALB
-
CAE
1 stop7h 04m
Delta
Deal found 4/14$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/306:30 am
CAE
-
ALB
1 stop7h 33m
United Airlines
Sun 5/36:00 am
ALB
-
CAE
1 stop3h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/14$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 6/197:39 pm
CAE
-
ALB
1 stop4h 20m
Delta
Sun 6/216:00 am
ALB
-
CAE
1 stop7h 02m
Delta
Deal found 4/15$341
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 6/165:51 am
CAE
-
ALB
1 stop5h 46m
American Airlines
Tue 6/235:15 am
ALB
-
CAE
1 stop4h 13m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/15$348
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/295:00 am
CAE
-
ALB
2 stops6h 34m
American Airlines
Sun 5/35:30 am
ALB
-
CAE
1 stop4h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/14$358
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 7/244:05 pm
CAE
-
ALB
1 stop7h 08m
Delta
Sun 7/266:00 am
ALB
-
CAE
1 stop6h 59m
Delta
Deal found 4/15$374
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/44:35 pm
CAE
-
ALB
1 stop6h 28m
Delta
Thu 6/116:00 am
ALB
-
CAE
1 stop7h 02m
Delta
Deal found 4/13$382

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 April 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$311
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$279
(United Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$422
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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 April 17, 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 8/12

6:46 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Albany Intl

Sat 8/15

7:10 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop4h 46m

$311

ColumbiaAlbany

CAE - ALB

CAEALB

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/29

1:20 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Albany Intl

Sun 9/6

6:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$320
Quickest round-trip

ColumbiaAlbany

CAE - ALB

CAEALB

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 6/25

7:39 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Albany Intl

Sat 7/4

6:26 am-11:13 am

1 stop4h 47m

$320

ColumbiaAlbany

CAE - ALB

CAEALB

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 6/29

6:01 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Albany Intl

Sat 7/4

6:26 am-11:13 am

1 stop4h 47m

$320

ColumbiaAlbany

CAE - ALB

CAEALB

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 5/8

7:01 am-1:32 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Albany Intl

Sun 5/10

6:10 am-1:14 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$329

ColumbiaAlbany

CAE - ALB

CAEALB

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 6/29

6:01 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Albany Intl

Fri 7/3

6:29 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$329

ColumbiaAlbany

CAE - ALB

CAEALB

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 4/30

6:30 am-2:03 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Albany Intl

Sun 5/3

6:00 am-9:59 am

1 stop3h 59m

$339

ColumbiaAlbany

CAE - ALB

CAEALB

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 6/4

4:35 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Albany Intl

Thu 6/11

6:00 am-1:02 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$382

ColumbiaAlbany

CAE - ALB

CAEALB

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 6/23

5:35 am-11:31 am

1 stop5h 56m

Albany Intl

Thu 7/2

6:29 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$405
Cheapest one-way

ColumbiaAlbany

CAE - ALB

CAEALB

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 5/8

7:01 am-1:32 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$279

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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 April.
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.
Estimated round-trip price
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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 October is currently the most expensive (average of $487). 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 April 17, 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
8,406 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
8,406 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,406 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
11,593 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,406 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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 can get you from Columbia to Albany, New York in just under 5h 56m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Columbia and Albany, New York is about 725 mi.

  • 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 Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $220 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $248. Delta is 43% 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 October is currently the most expensive (average of $487). 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 April 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$220Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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