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$91+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — ALB
oct. 17 — oct. 241
vie. 10/17
vie. 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Albany

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Albany flight deals. Data was last updated septiembre 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$219
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$91
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$285

Good round-trip deal

$260 or less

Good one-way deal

$194 or less
From Illinois to Albany Intl
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Albany
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Albany. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 17, 2025.

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/64:01 pmORD - ALB
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
dom. 11/91:25 pmALB - ORD
1 stop11h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$219
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/226:58 pmORD - ALB
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/2711:29 amALB - ORD
1 stop5h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$221
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/231:26 pmORD - ALB
1 stop19h 13mMultiple Airlines
mié. 10/299:51 amALB - ORD
2 stops27h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$231
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/251:14 pmORD - ALB
2 stops22h 31mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/2711:29 amALB - ORD
1 stop5h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$235
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/52:07 pmORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 22mAmerican Airlines
mié. 11/127:01 amALB - ORD
Nonstop2h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$237
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.
mié. 10/1510:25 amMDW - ALB
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
mié. 10/225:30 amALB - MDW
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$237
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/231:26 pmORD - ALB
1 stop19h 13mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/281:05 pmALB - ORD
2 stops23h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$240
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/296:00 amORD - ALB
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
dom. 11/21:25 pmALB - ORD
1 stop11h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$243
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 10/264:50 pmORD - ALB
2 stops15h 18mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/2711:29 amALB - ORD
1 stop5h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$245
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/272:41 pmORD - ALB
1 stop20h 44mMultiple Airlines
jue. 10/301:25 pmALB - ORD
1 stop11h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$246
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/255:45 pmMDW - ALB
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
mar. 10/285:30 amALB - MDW
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/16$250
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/510:40 amMDW - ALB
1 stop6h 30mDelta
mié. 11/126:00 amALB - MDW
1 stop3h 52mDelta
Deal found 9/15$257

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

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Illinois

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ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 11/5

7:10 am-12:24 pm

1 stop4h 14m

Albany Intl

mié. 11/12

5:45 am-9:12 am

1 stop4h 27m

$257

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/22

7:10 am-12:24 pm

1 stop4h 14m

Albany Intl

mar. 10/28

1:56 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$257

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 11/19

6:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Albany Intl

mar. 12/2

5:40 am-9:13 am

1 stop4h 33m

$257

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

mié. 10/15

5:04 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Albany Intl

mié. 10/22

6:08 am-8:40 am

1 stop3h 32m

$257

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

mié. 11/5

10:40 am-6:10 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Albany Intl

mié. 11/12

6:56 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$257

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/15

8:50 am-2:11 pm

1 stop4h 21m

Albany Intl

jue. 10/16

12:50 pm-2:18 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

$260

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 10/16

7:40 am-10:46 am

Nonstop2h 06m

Albany Intl

jue. 10/23

12:50 pm-2:18 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

$263

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 10/23

11:10 am-2:16 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

Albany Intl

lun. 10/27

6:29 pm-8:17 pm

Nonstop2h 48m

$263

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

vie. 10/24

8:30 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Albany Intl

mar. 10/28

5:30 am-6:40 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$268

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 12/4

7:00 am-1:09 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Albany Intl

mar. 12/9

6:00 am-9:55 am

1 stop4h 55m

$270

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Albany

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Albany

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Albany, New York (average of $365). Flying from Illinois 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 IL to ALB?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 septiembre 17, 2025.

When flying from Illinois to Albany, New York, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Albany, New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 septiembre 17, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to ALB are scheduled on a Monday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Illinois to Albany, New York?

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Albany from Illinois, 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 Illinois to Albany, New York?

    A quick flight from Illinois to Albany, New York can take about 1h 50m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $268. Airlines will cover a distance of 715 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Illinois to Albany, New York are United Airlines ($119), Southwest ($119), and American Airlines ($139).

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Albany, New York?

    The most popular route from Illinois to Albany, New York is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Albany Intl. You may also consider Lambert-St Louis - Albany Intl or Chicago Midway - Albany Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to Albany, New York?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Illinois to Albany, New York consider choosing SkyWest Airlines (93%), American Airlines (84%) or Envoy Air (84%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Albany, New York?

    While on average a flight from Illinois to Albany, New York is generally $376, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $129. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Albany Intl), you can expect to pay $174 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Albany, New York (average of $365). Flying from Illinois 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 Illinois to Albany

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 septiembre 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$231Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$260Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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