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$128+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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.
CMH — ALB
ene. 11 — ene. 181
dom. 1/11
dom. 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Albany

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Albany
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Albany. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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. 12/244:00 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop6h 13mDelta
vie. 1/25:40 amALB - CMH
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/9$347
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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. 12/2412:40 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop5h 03mAmerican Airlines
lun. 12/295:00 amALB - CMH
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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. 12/244:00 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop6h 13mDelta
sáb. 1/37:00 amALB - CMH
1 stop14h 56mDelta
Deal found 12/9$371
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
mié. 12/244:15 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop4h 50mUnited Airlines
jue. 1/14:34 pmALB - CMH
1 stop7h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$391
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
mar. 12/239:18 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop11h 53mBreeze Airways
jue. 1/11:20 pmALB - CMH
1 stop7h 18mBreeze Airways
Deal found 12/9$404
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
mar. 12/233:55 pmCMH - ALB
2 stops8h 20mSouthwest
vie. 1/28:15 pmALB - CMH
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$432
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
mar. 12/2310:35 amCMH - ALB
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
mar. 12/305:35 pmALB - CMH
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$447
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mié. 12/244:15 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop4h 50mUnited Airlines
lun. 12/295:45 amALB - CMH
1 stop4h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$451
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
mar. 12/239:18 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop11h 53mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/11:20 pmALB - CMH
2 stops20h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$465

Find flight deals from Columbus to Albany

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$297
(Delta)

One-way from

$128
(Delta)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$488
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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 diciembre 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Albany that are best for you.

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Columbus

Fly to

Albany

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

mar. 2/24

8:05 am-1:48 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Albany Intl

mar. 3/3

12:51 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$297

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

mié. 12/24

4:00 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Albany Intl

vie. 1/2

5:40 am-11:20 am

1 stop5h 40m

$347

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

mié. 12/24

12:40 pm-5:43 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Albany Intl

lun. 12/29

5:00 am-10:32 am

1 stop5h 32m

$351

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

mar. 1/13

9:00 am-2:31 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Albany Intl

mié. 1/14

4:20 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$367

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

vie. 5/15

3:50 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Albany Intl

lun. 5/18

5:30 am-9:20 am

1 stop3h 50m

$367

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

vie. 2/6

8:08 am-2:04 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Albany Intl

dom. 2/8

2:30 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$367

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

jue. 12/25

6:30 am-11:56 am

1 stop5h 26m

Albany Intl

sáb. 1/3

7:00 am-9:56 pm

1 stop14h 56m

$371

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

jue. 12/25

2:16 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Albany Intl

jue. 1/1

4:34 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$391

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

mar. 12/23

6:30 am-5:35 pm

2 stops11h 05m

Albany Intl

jue. 1/1

6:15 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$432

ColumbusAlbany

CMH - ALB

CMHALB

Columbus

mié. 12/31

5:51 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$128

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Compare providers for flights from Columbus 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 Columbus to Albany in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 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 Columbus Airport-Albany, New York flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Albany, New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Albany, New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Albany, New York flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Columbus 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 Columbus to Albany

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Albany from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Albany

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Albany, New York (average of $229). Flying from Columbus Airport to Albany, New York in February is currently the most expensive (average of $488). 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus Airport to Albany, New York at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus Airport to Albany to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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?

    Located just 7.4 mi from the city center, Albany Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Albany from Columbus. Booking flights from Columbus to Albany Intl (ALB) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Columbus from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Albany, New York?

    Departing from Columbus Airport to Albany, New York will take you 5h 03m. Airlines will cover a distance of 507 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus Airport to Albany, New York round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus Airport to Albany, New York is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $226 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $253 and $276 round-trip. Delta is priced at 46% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $138. Southwest flights start at $143 while deals on Delta start at $148 one-way.

  • 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 Airport to Albany, New York?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Albany, New York (average of $229). Flying from Columbus Airport to Albany, New York in February is currently the most expensive (average of $488). 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$226Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$253Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$276Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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