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$84+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — ORD
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Albany Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in March or August, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Albany to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albany (ALB) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$272
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$84
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$356

Good round-trip deal

$368 or less

Good one-way deal

$206 or less
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Cheapest flights from Albany to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/316:18 pmALB - ORD
Nonstop2h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/28:00 amORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/216:42 pmALB - ORD
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Mon 8/255:00 pmORD - ALB
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Deal found 6/10$273
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/256:00 amALB - ORD
Nonstop2h 35mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/299:10 amORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$274
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/286:00 amALB - ORD
2 stops7h 45mSouthwest
Thu 10/301:50 pmORD - ALB
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$276
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/116:46 pmALB - ORD
1 stop23h 31mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/184:36 pmORD - ALB
1 stop25h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$286

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany to O'Hare Intl 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Albany

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O'Hare Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Fri 10/31

6:18 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/2

8:00 am-11:07 am

Nonstop2h 07m

$272

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Thu 8/21

6:42 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/25

5:00 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$273

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Mon 8/25

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop2h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/29

9:10 am-12:16 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

$274

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Tue 10/28

6:00 am-12:45 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/30

1:50 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$276

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Fri 7/11

6:46 pm-5:17 pm

1 stop23h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/18

4:36 pm-7:12 pm

1 stop25h 36m

$286

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Mon 8/18

11:31 am-4:48 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$84

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Wed 8/20

4:50 pm-6:18 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

$125

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Mon 8/18

4:13 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$137

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Tue 10/21

6:00 am-12:45 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$140

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Sat 12/6

6:00 am-12:08 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$150

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Albany to O'Hare Intl

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Albany to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Albany to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 46 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

When flying from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 8% versus a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Albany to O'Hare Intl. 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from ALB to ORD are scheduled on a Wednesday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Albany to Chicago, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Albany to O'Hare Intl. 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 from for flights from Albany to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    For a flight from Albany to Chicago O'Hare Intl, you will be flying from Albany Intl. Albany Intl (ALB) is just 7.4 mi from the center of the city. Albany Intl is the only Albany airport and it handles 18 outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. 2 airlines have flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl from Albany Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $272, was found to be the cheapest airline from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. American Airlines is 23% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $125. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Republic Airways (94%), ANA (93%) and Air Canada (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    While on average a flight from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is generally $1,107, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $153. When looking at the most popular route, (Albany Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $249 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Albany to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Albany to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Albany to O'Hare Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Albany to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albany to O'Hare Intl 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 2 airlines flying from Albany to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Albany to O'Hare Intl. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$210Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$240Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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