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$149+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Albany, NY (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 11/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — ALB
Nov 19 — Nov 261
Wed 11/19
Wed 11/26
1 adult, Economy
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 12/97:00 amCMH - ALB
1 stop4h 52mDelta
Mon 1/51:59 pmALB - CMH
1 stop5h 26mDelta
Deal found 10/18$308
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
Tue 12/93:45 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Mon 1/59:20 amALB - CMH
2 stops8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 10/18$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 12/246:30 amCMH - ALB
1 stop10h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/296:00 amALB - CMH
1 stop4h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/18$318
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 12/115:49 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop5h 47mDelta
Mon 12/155:40 amALB - CMH
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Deal found 10/19$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 11/138:05 amCMH - ALB
1 stop3h 53mDelta
Mon 11/176:00 amALB - CMH
1 stop3h 49mDelta
Deal found 10/19$387
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 11/259:00 amCMH - ALB
1 stop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/296:00 amALB - CMH
1 stop7h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/19$392
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Mon 11/312:17 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Fri 11/75:45 amALB - CMH
1 stop3h 32mDelta
Deal found 10/19$427
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Wed 11/263:55 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Sat 11/295:40 amALB - CMH
2 stops6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 10/19$429
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Mon 11/35:29 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop18h 56mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/76:11 pmALB - CMH
2 stops19h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/19$434

Cheap 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 October 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$255
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$149
(Delta)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$364
From Columbus to Albany Intl
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 October 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Albany that are best for you.

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Albany

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Tue 12/9

7:00 am-11:52 am

1 stop4h 52m

Albany Intl

Mon 1/5

1:59 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$308

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Wed 12/24

6:30 am-4:38 pm

1 stop10h 08m

Albany Intl

Mon 12/29

6:00 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 00m

$318

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Tue 12/9

7:00 am-3:30 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Albany Intl

Mon 1/5

9:20 am-5:25 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$318

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Thu 12/11

5:49 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Albany Intl

Mon 12/15

12:47 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$319

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Thu 11/13

8:05 am-11:58 am

1 stop3h 53m

Albany Intl

Mon 11/17

6:00 am-9:49 am

1 stop3h 49m

$387

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Wed 11/26

4:35 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Albany Intl

Sat 11/29

6:00 am-1:21 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$392

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Tue 11/25

9:00 am-2:10 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Albany Intl

Sat 11/29

6:00 am-1:21 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$392

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Sat 11/15

11:00 am-4:07 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$149

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Tue 12/9

7:00 am-11:52 am

1 stop4h 52m

$149

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

Wed 11/12

5:59 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$149

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Albany

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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 October 20, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus to Albany, New York in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 20% 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 October 20, 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
4,239 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,239 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,239 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,239 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,991 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,239 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,024 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,239 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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 $308, Delta can have you in Albany, New York from Columbus in 4h 52m. 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 $236, 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 43% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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 October 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$236Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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