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$90+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia 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 12/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — ALB
Oct 16 — Oct 231
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to Albany

Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to Albany flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$234
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$105
(Southwest)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$319

Good round-trip deal

$264 or less

Good one-way deal

$149 or less
From District of Columbia to Albany Intl
One-way flight from District of Columbia to Albany Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from District of Columbia to Albany Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from District of Columbia to Albany Intl.

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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Albany
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to Albany. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sat 9/275:00 amDCA - ALB
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/306:00 amALB - DCA
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$234
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/16:19 amDCA - ALB
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Sun 11/25:45 amALB - DCA
1 stop4h 30mDelta
Deal found 9/16$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/138:40 amIAD - ALB
Nonstop1h 27mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/177:29 pmALB - IAD
Nonstop1h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2110:15 pmIAD - ALB
Nonstop1h 28mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/235:50 amALB - IAD
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$240
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/156:00 amDCA - ALB
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Wed 10/225:30 amALB - DCA
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$243
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 9/227:20 pmDCA - ALB
1 stop3h 41mDelta
Sat 9/276:34 pmALB - DCA
1 stop4h 23mDelta
Deal found 9/14$244
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 9/235:00 pmIAD - ALB
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Tue 9/306:00 amALB - IAD
1 stop5h 28mDelta
Deal found 9/16$244
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/258:55 amIAD - ALB
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/286:00 amALB - IAD
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$245
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/298:50 amDCA - ALB
1 stop4h 16mDelta
Fri 10/316:10 pmALB - DCA
1 stop4h 49mDelta
Deal found 9/14$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/296:05 amIAD - ALB
1 stop6h 19mDelta
Fri 10/316:10 pmALB - IAD
1 stop4h 51mDelta
Deal found 9/14$247
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Fri 10/1710:20 pmIAD - ALB
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/199:35 amALB - IAD
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1112:54 pmDCA - ALB
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/146:00 amALB - DCA
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$250

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from District of Columbia to Albany that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Albany

DCA - ALB

DCAALB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/1

6:19 am-12:24 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Albany Intl

Sun 11/2

5:45 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 30m

$239

Washington, D.C.Albany

DCA - ALB

DCAALB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 11/7

7:25 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop3h 37m

Albany Intl

Sun 11/9

5:45 am-9:27 am

1 stop3h 42m

$244

Washington, D.C.Albany

IAD - ALB

IADALB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/24

6:00 am-11:15 am

1 stop5h 15m

Albany Intl

Mon 9/29

7:03 pm-12:13 am

1 stop5h 10m

$244

Washington, D.C.Albany

IAD - ALB

IADALB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/21

6:00 am-11:15 am

1 stop5h 15m

Albany Intl

Mon 9/29

7:03 pm-12:13 am

1 stop5h 10m

$244

Washington, D.C.Albany

DCA - ALB

DCAALB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/29

8:50 am-1:06 pm

1 stop4h 16m

Albany Intl

Fri 10/31

6:10 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$247

Washington, D.C.Albany

DCA - ALB

DCAALB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Albany Intl

Wed 10/22

5:30 am-12:50 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$248

Washington, D.C.Albany

DCA - ALB

DCAALB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/22

3:05 pm-11:01 pm

2 stops7h 56m

Albany Intl

Sat 9/27

6:34 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop4h 23m

$249

Washington, D.C.Albany

DCA - ALB

DCAALB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/11

12:54 pm-6:34 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Albany Intl

Tue 10/14

6:00 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$250

Washington, D.C.Albany

IAD - ALB

IADALB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/30

10:15 pm-11:43 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Albany Intl

Sun 11/2

5:50 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$251

Washington, D.C.Albany

IAD - ALB

IADALB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/1

12:40 pm-2:11 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Albany Intl

Sat 10/4

7:35 pm-9:14 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$259

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Best time to book a flight from District of Columbia to Albany

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Everything you need to know about your flight from District of Columbia to Albany

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Albany, New York (average of $365). Flying from District of Columbia to Albany, New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $431). 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 DC to ALB?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia 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 September 16, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from District of Columbia to Albany, New York as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from District of Columbia to Albany, New York

Explore weekly flight availability from District of Columbia 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 September 16, 2025.

The most flights from USDC to ALB are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia?

    If you book a flight to Albany from District of Columbia, you will be flying to Albany Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Albany Intl (ALB) is located 7.4 mi from the center of Albany.

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

    Airlines like Delta, Southwest, and United Airlines fly from District of Columbia to Albany, New York in about 1h 28m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 47m. Airlines will cover a distance of 324 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from District of Columbia to Albany, New York?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from District of Columbia to Albany, New York on time: CommutAir (79%), United Airlines (79%), Lufthansa (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Albany, New York?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from District of Columbia to Albany, New York? While on average our users pay $290, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $149. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Albany Intl), is priced around $204.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Albany, New York (average of $365). Flying from District of Columbia to Albany, New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $431). 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 3 airlines flying from District of Columbia to Albany

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from District of 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$214Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$222Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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