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$89+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — ALB
Mar 19 — Mar 261
Thu 3/19
Thu 3/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Albany
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Albany. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 17, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 3/1410:05 am
DCA
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ALB
Nonstop1h 33m
American Airlines
Mon 3/165:07 pm
ALB
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DCA
Nonstop1h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/17$189
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1610:24 pm
IAD
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ALB
Nonstop1h 35m
United Airlines
Sun 4/196:00 am
ALB
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/16$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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.
Tue 3/178:00 am
BWI
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ALB
1 stop5h 02m
American Airlines
Tue 3/244:27 pm
ALB
-
BWI
1 stop6h 28m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/16$191
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 4/178:35 am
IAD
-
ALB
Nonstop1h 38m
United Airlines
Sun 4/196:00 am
ALB
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/17$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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.
Tue 3/310:05 am
DCA
-
ALB
Nonstop1h 33m
American Airlines
Tue 3/105:07 pm
ALB
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/14$204
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/58:35 am
IAD
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ALB
Nonstop1h 35m
United Airlines
Mon 3/97:24 pm
ALB
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/16$204
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Thu 4/28:30 am
DCA
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ALB
1 stop5h 02m
Delta
Wed 4/85:50 am
ALB
-
DCA
1 stop4h 11m
Delta
Deal found 2/13$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Sat 3/145:25 pm
IAD
-
ALB
1 stop5h 45m
Delta
Mon 3/166:04 pm
ALB
-
IAD
1 stop6h 23m
Delta
Deal found 2/15$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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.
Wed 8/268:30 am
DCA
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ALB
1 stop4h 49m
Delta
Sat 8/296:00 am
ALB
-
DCA
2 stops8h 23m
Delta
Deal found 2/16$214
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Tue 3/175:32 pm
IAD
-
ALB
1 stop5h 38m
Delta
Tue 3/242:12 pm
ALB
-
IAD
2 stops8h 47m
Delta
Deal found 2/15$214
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/312:38 pm
IAD
-
ALB
Nonstop1h 28m
United Airlines
Sat 3/77:24 pm
ALB
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/16$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 4/910:24 pm
IAD
-
ALB
Nonstop1h 35m
United Airlines
Mon 4/137:33 pm
ALB
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/15$220

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Albany

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 February 17, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$189
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$89
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$354

Good round-trip deal

$258 or less

Good one-way deal

$194 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 February 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Albany that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Albany

IAD - ALB

IADALB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/10

8:35 am-10:13 am

Nonstop1h 38m

Albany Intl

Mon 4/13

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$204

Washington, D.C.Albany

DCA - ALB

DCAALB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/23

2:00 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Albany Intl

Wed 5/27

2:26 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$209

Washington, D.C.Albany

DCA - ALB

DCAALB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 3/14

7:00 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Albany Intl

Mon 3/16

2:12 pm-6:46 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$209

Washington, D.C.Albany

DCA - ALB

DCAALB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/2

8:30 am-1:32 pm

1 stop5h 02m

Albany Intl

Wed 4/8

5:50 am-10:01 am

1 stop4h 11m

$209

Washington, D.C.Albany

DCA - ALB

DCAALB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/2

8:30 am-1:32 pm

1 stop5h 02m

Albany Intl

Tue 4/7

5:50 am-10:01 am

1 stop4h 11m

$209

Washington, D.C.Albany

IAD - ALB

IADALB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/17

6:00 am-11:41 am

1 stop5h 41m

Albany Intl

Tue 3/24

6:00 am-11:32 am

1 stop5h 32m

$209

Washington, D.C.Albany

IAD - ALB

IADALB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/3

12:38 pm-2:06 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Albany Intl

Sat 3/7

7:24 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$219

Washington, D.C.Albany

DCA - ALB

DCAALB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 4/10

8:30 am-1:32 pm

1 stop5h 02m

Albany Intl

Mon 4/13

5:52 am-10:20 am

1 stop4h 28m

$224

Washington, D.C.Albany

IAD - ALB

IADALB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/3

5:13 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Albany Intl

Tue 3/10

6:00 am-11:32 am

1 stop5h 32m

$224

Washington, D.C.Albany

DCA - ALB

DCAALB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/3

5:59 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Albany Intl

Tue 3/10

5:50 am-2:00 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$229

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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 Washington, D.C. to Albany in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice 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 Washington, D.C.-Albany, New York flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Albany, New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Albany, New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Albany, New York flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C. to Albany

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Albany from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Albany

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Albany. Price data was last updated on February 13, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 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 Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York (average of $174). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York in January is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 WAS to ALB?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 February 17, 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Albany. Price data was last updated on February 17, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 February 17, 2026.

The most flights from WAS to ALB are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York?

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 February 17, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Albany. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
9,311 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
11,296 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    If you book a flight to Albany from Washington, D.C., 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. There are 8 flights from Washington, D.C. to Albany Intl per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York?

    Departing from Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York will take you 1h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 288 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Albany, New York, with prices starting at $199. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $217 round trip. American Airlines is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $108. Users have also found prices from $119 and $120 on United Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York?

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Albany Intl or Baltimore/Washington - Albany Intl, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Albany Intl is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York consider choosing Lufthansa (70%), CommutAir (69%) or United Airlines (69%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York? While on average our users pay $344, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $189. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Albany Intl), is priced around $189.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Albany that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Albany?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Albany?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York (average of $174). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Albany, New York in January is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 Washington, D.C. to Albany

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 February 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$199Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$214Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$217Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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