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$157+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY to Birmingham, AL (ALB - BHM)

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 12/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — BHM
Dec 31 — Jan 71
Wed 12/31
Wed 1/7
1 adult, Economy
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 12/316:00 amALB - BHM
1 stop5h 05mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/282:28 pmBHM - ALB
1 stop5h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/30$315
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 12/318:30 amALB - BHM
2 stops9h 40mSouthwest
Wed 1/286:10 amBHM - ALB
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 11/30$438
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 12/276:01 amALB - BHM
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/36:05 amBHM - ALB
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/29$560

Cheap flight deals from Albany to Birmingham

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albany (ALB) to Birmingham (BHM). 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 December 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$315
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$157
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$616
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AlbanyBirmingham

ALB - BHM

ALBBHM

Albany Intl

Wed 12/31

6:00 am-10:05 am

1 stop5h 05m

Birmingham

Wed 1/28

2:28 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$315

AlbanyBirmingham

ALB - BHM

ALBBHM

Albany Intl

Sat 2/21

2:31 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop4h 19m

Birmingham

Wed 2/25

6:10 am-11:52 am

1 stop4h 42m

$368

AlbanyBirmingham

ALB - BHM

ALBBHM

Albany Intl

Sat 2/21

8:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Birmingham

Wed 2/25

12:01 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops10h 44m

$390

AlbanyBirmingham

ALB - BHM

ALBBHM

Albany Intl

Wed 12/31

8:30 am-5:10 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Birmingham

Wed 1/28

6:10 am-5:00 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$438

AlbanyBirmingham

ALB - BHM

ALBBHM

Albany Intl

Sat 2/21

5:43 am-12:52 pm

2 stops8h 09m

Birmingham

Wed 2/25

7:35 am-6:52 pm

2 stops10h 17m

$481

AlbanyBirmingham

ALB - BHM

ALBBHM

Albany Intl

Sat 12/27

6:01 am-12:19 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Birmingham

Sat 1/3

6:05 am-11:44 am

1 stop4h 39m

$560

AlbanyBirmingham

ALB - BHM

ALBBHM

Albany Intl

Wed 12/24

6:15 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$157

AlbanyBirmingham

ALB - BHM

ALBBHM

Albany Intl

Wed 1/14

6:00 am-10:33 am

1 stop5h 33m

$159

AlbanyBirmingham

ALB - BHM

ALBBHM

Albany Intl

Sat 2/7

6:50 am-11:13 am

1 stop5h 23m

$159

AlbanyBirmingham

ALB - BHM

ALBBHM

Albany Intl

Wed 2/11

6:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop5h 15m

$159

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Albany to Birmingham in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Albany, New York-Birmingham, Alabama flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Albany, New York-Birmingham, Alabama flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Albany, New York-Birmingham, Alabama flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Albany, New York-Birmingham, Alabama 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 Albany, New York-Birmingham, Alabama 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 Albany to Birmingham

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $221). Flying from Albany, New York to Birmingham, Alabama in June is currently the most expensive (average of $340). 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 ALB to BHM?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany to Birmingham. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 1, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 53% on flights from Albany, New York to Birmingham, Alabama by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Birmingham

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Birmingham. 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 Birmingham. Reviews last updated December 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Albany to Birmingham have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,039 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Albany to Birmingham. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Albany, New York to Birmingham, Alabama?

    Departing from Albany, New York to Birmingham, Alabama will take you 4h 19m. The distance between Albany, New York and Birmingham, Alabama is about 945 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Southwest is currently your cheapest option to Birmingham, Alabama, with prices starting at $242. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $242 and $254, respectively. Southwest is currently priced 45% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $221). Flying from Albany, New York to Birmingham, Alabama in June is currently the most expensive (average of $340). 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 Albany to Birmingham

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Albany to Birmingham. 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 December 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$242Average$580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$242Average$535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$254Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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