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$197+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Albany, NY (ALB)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — ALB
Jan 5 — Jan 121
Mon 1/5
Mon 1/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Albany

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Albany
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Albany. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 6, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 12/256:36 amCMH - ALB
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/288:01 amALB - CMH
1 stop4h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/4$416
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.
Sun 12/216:30 amCMH - ALB
1 stop5h 26mDelta
Fri 12/265:40 amALB - CMH
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/3$417
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 12/207:45 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop3h 56mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/222:45 pmALB - CMH
1 stop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/5$447
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 12/138:00 amCMH - ALB
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Sat 1/102:30 pmALB - CMH
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Deal found 12/5$451
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 12/206:20 amCMH - ALB
2 stops8h 20mSouthwest
Mon 12/226:10 pmALB - CMH
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/5$452
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 12/131:10 pmCMH - ALB
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
Sat 1/103:35 pmALB - CMH
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/5$456
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 12/276:00 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Tue 12/305:35 pmALB - CMH
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/5$460
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 12/244:00 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Mon 12/295:40 amALB - CMH
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/3$473
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 12/259:00 amCMH - ALB
2 stops7h 15mSouthwest
Sun 12/288:15 pmALB - CMH
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/4$491

Find flight deals from Columbus to Albany

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 6, 2025.

Round-trip from

$197
(Delta)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$488
From Columbus to Albany Intl
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Albany that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Tue 2/24

6:23 am-11:52 am

1 stop5h 29m

Albany Intl

Tue 3/3

2:30 pm-7:24 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$197

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Tue 1/13

9:00 am-2:31 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Albany Intl

Wed 1/14

4:20 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$243

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Tue 2/24

10:27 am-11:44 pm

2 stops13h 17m

Albany Intl

Tue 3/3

4:43 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$326

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Sun 1/4

3:15 pm-12:15 am

2 stops9h 00m

Albany Intl

Sun 1/11

4:00 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$392

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Sun 12/21

6:30 am-11:56 am

1 stop5h 26m

Albany Intl

Fri 12/26

5:40 am-11:20 am

1 stop5h 40m

$417

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Sat 12/20

7:45 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop3h 56m

Albany Intl

Mon 12/22

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$447

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Sat 12/20

4:15 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Albany Intl

Wed 12/24

4:34 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$447

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Mon 12/15

11:14 am-12:25 pm

3 stops25h 11m

$207

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Tue 12/16

10:29 am-4:06 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$289

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Mon 12/15

6:00 am-11:52 am

1 stop5h 52m

$289

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Albany

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Albany, New York (average of $229). Flying from Columbus to Albany, New York in March is currently the most expensive (average of $416). 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 CMH to ALB?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 6, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus to Albany, New York in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 6, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,065 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,043 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus?

    For a flight from Columbus to Albany, you will be flying into Albany Intl. Albany Intl (ALB) is just 7.4 mi from the center of the city. Albany Intl is the only Albany airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. 4 airlines have flights to Albany Intl from Columbus on a regular basis.

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

    For as low as $197, Delta can have you in Albany, New York from Columbus in 5h 29m. The distance between Columbus and Albany, New York is about 507 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Delta, at $226, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus to Albany, New York.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. Users have found that Delta is 46% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus to Albany, New York one-way?

    $138 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 Delta, with prices starting from $143 and $148, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Albany, New York (average of $229). Flying from Columbus to Albany, New York in March is currently the most expensive (average of $416). 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 4 airlines flying from Columbus to Albany

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$226Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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