HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Albany

$105+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany, NY (DTW - 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 6/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — ALB
May 19 — May 261
Mon 5/19
Mon 5/26
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Detroit to Albany with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Albany Intl are usually found in January or February, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Albany

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$217
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$105
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$416

Good round-trip deal

$359 or less

Good one-way deal

$238 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-Albany Intl flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-Albany Intl flights.
Search Deals
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Albany Intl
Search Deals
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Albany Intl
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($6 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Albany Intl.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Albany Intl.
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Detroit to Albany

Cheapest flights from Detroit to Albany
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Albany. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 14, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Thu 6/124:03 pmDTW - ALB
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/175:18 amALB - DTW
1 stop3h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$217
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/107:58 amDTW - ALB
1 stop26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/146:46 pmALB - DTW
1 stop28h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$223
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 6/35:55 amDTW - ALB
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Sat 6/75:10 pmALB - DTW
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 5/12$298
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Thu 7/107:25 amDTW - ALB
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Mon 7/146:00 amALB - DTW
Nonstop1h 42mDelta
Deal found 5/14$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 6/266:00 amDTW - ALB
1 stop6h 11mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/14:47 pmALB - DTW
1 stop7h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12$439

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Albany

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitAlbany

DTW - ALB

DTWALB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/12

4:03 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Albany Intl

Tue 6/17

5:18 am-9:11 am

1 stop3h 53m

$217

DetroitAlbany

DTW - ALB

DTWALB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/10

7:58 am-10:38 am

1 stop26h 40m

Albany Intl

Mon 7/14

6:46 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop28h 12m

$223

DetroitAlbany

DTW - ALB

DTWALB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/3

5:55 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 30m

Albany Intl

Sat 6/7

5:10 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$298

DetroitAlbany

DTW - ALB

DTWALB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/10

7:25 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Albany Intl

Mon 7/14

6:00 am-7:42 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$359

DetroitAlbany

DTW - ALB

DTWALB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/26

6:00 am-12:11 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Albany Intl

Tue 7/1

4:47 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$439

DetroitAlbany

DTW - ALB

DTWALB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/7

8:48 pm-8:50 am

1 stop12h 02m

$105

DetroitAlbany

DTW - ALB

DTWALB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/1

3:12 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$109

DetroitAlbany

DTW - ALB

DTWALB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/29

6:05 am-2:10 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$232

DetroitAlbany

DTW - ALB

DTWALB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/28

2:30 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$239

DetroitAlbany

DTW - ALB

DTWALB

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/3

2:45 pm-4:22 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$244

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 5/13

Compare providers for flights from Detroit 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 Detroit to Albany in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Albany, New York flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Albany, New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Albany, New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Albany, New York flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Detroit to Albany

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Albany from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany, New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Albany. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany, New York may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 37 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany, New York?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany, New York (average of $366). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany, New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $456). 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 DTW to ALB?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 May 14, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany, New York in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany, New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Albany. Price data was last updated on May 11, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany, New York flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany, New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Albany. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 14, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to ALB are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in Albany by month

Plan your trip to Albany by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Albany, New York ranges from 2.2 - 3.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.7 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Albany, New York when rainfall is around 2.2 in.

Temperature in Albany by month

Plan your trip to Albany by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Albany, New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

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 14, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Albany, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,730 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Albany?

    You will need to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Albany Intl if you want to fly from Detroit to Albany. At least 1 airline has flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Albany Intl (ALB) on a regular basis. There are 9 flights to Albany from the Detroit airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from DTW to ALB to be around 1h 29m.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany, New York round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany, New York is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $217 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and Delta, starting at $298 and $359 round-trip. These flights start at 49% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany, New York one-way?

    $109 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 United Airlines, with prices starting from $232 and $239, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany, New York?

    Consider Kenya Airways (100%), WestJet (98%) or Korean Air (97%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany, New York.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany, New York?

    On average you can expect to pay $349 for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany, New York. The cheapest flight overall is $238 while the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Albany Intl) is currently priced at $313.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany, New York?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany, New York (average of $366). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Albany, New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $456). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Book flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport if you plan to visit one of these locations
Saratoga Springs
Latham
Pittsfield
Windham
Queensbury
Schenectady
Bennington

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Other flights to Albany

Explore flights to Albany departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on May 14, 2025.
Raleigh to Albany flights
Orlando Sanford Intl to Albany flights
Nashville to Albany flights
Myrtle Beach to Albany flights
Punta Gorda to Albany flights
St Petersburg to Albany flights
Albany, New York to Orlando Sanford Intl Airport flights
Albany, New York to Raleigh flights
Albany, New York to Orlando Sanford Intl Airport flights
Albany, New York to Raleigh flights
Albany, New York to Tampa flights
Albany, New York to Sarasota flights
Albany, New York to Myrtle Beach flights
Albany, New York to Punta Gorda flights
Albany, New York to Nashville flights
Albany, New York to Orlando Airport flights
Albany, New York to Tampa flights
Albany, New York to Fort Lauderdale flights
Albany, New York to Charleston flights
Albany, New York to New York LaGuardia Airport flights
Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights
Albany, New York to Myrtle Beach flights
Albany, New York to Baltimore flights
Albany, New York to Nashville flights

Top airline flying from Detroit to Albany

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Detroit 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 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$359Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.