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$67+ 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 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — ALB
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
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 September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$225
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$67
(American Airlines)

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 September 15, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 10/237:40 amORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 06mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/266:00 amALB - ORD
Nonstop2h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12$225
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/246:40 amORD - ALB
2 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/2711:29 amALB - ORD
1 stop5h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$230
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/266:21 pmORD - ALB
2 stops41h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/2911:00 amALB - ORD
1 stop7h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$232
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2310:27 amORD - ALB
2 stops22h 12mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/2711:29 amALB - ORD
1 stop5h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$234
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/58:40 pmORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 18mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/127:01 amALB - ORD
Nonstop2h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$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.
Wed 10/1510:25 amMDW - ALB
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Wed 10/225:30 amALB - MDW
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 10/25:00 amSTL - ALB
1 stop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/46:00 amALB - STL
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12$240
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/76:00 amORD - ALB
1 stop6h 16mDelta
Sun 11/96:00 amALB - ORD
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 9/13$244
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/126:40 pmMDW - ALB
1 stop3h 55mDelta
Tue 12/305:45 amALB - MDW
1 stop4h 04mDelta
Deal found 9/12$244
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.
Tue 10/147:40 amORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 06mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/219:35 amALB - ORD
1 stop5h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$247
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.
Wed 10/156:10 pmORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 13mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/1612:50 pmALB - ORD
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$250
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:45 pmMDW - ALB
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Thu 12/256:15 pmALB - MDW
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 9/13$250

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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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ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/15

10:25 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Albany Intl

Wed 10/22

5:30 am-6:40 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$237

St. LouisAlbany

STL - ALB

STLALB

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 10/2

5:00 am-10:46 am

1 stop4h 46m

Albany Intl

Sat 10/4

2:52 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops8h 43m

$245

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/14

6:29 pm-9:43 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

Albany Intl

Mon 12/29

6:00 am-7:46 am

Nonstop2h 46m

$247

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/5

5:20 am-11:11 am

1 stop4h 51m

Albany Intl

Wed 11/12

6:00 am-10:01 am

1 stop5h 01m

$257

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/15

5:04 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Albany Intl

Wed 10/22

6:08 am-8:40 am

1 stop3h 32m

$257

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/11

6:10 pm-9:23 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

Albany Intl

Wed 10/15

7:35 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$260

St. LouisAlbany

STL - ALB

STLALB

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 10/3

4:55 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 20m

Albany Intl

Sat 10/4

3:50 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$263

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Thu 12/4

1:25 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Albany Intl

Thu 12/11

6:15 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$263

ChicagoAlbany

ORD - ALB

ORDALB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/23

7:40 am-10:46 am

Nonstop2h 06m

Albany Intl

Sat 10/25

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$263

ChicagoAlbany

MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Thu 10/23

9:40 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Albany Intl

Sat 10/25

6:15 am-7:30 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$263

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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 September 15, 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 September 15, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to ALB are scheduled on a Monday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

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. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $237. 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 ($67), Southwest ($75), and Delta ($99).

  • 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 Chicago Midway - Albany Intl or Lambert-St Louis - 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 (100%), United Airlines (81%) or Republic Airways (77%) 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 $108. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Albany Intl), you can expect to pay $186 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 September 15, 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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