O'Hare Intl

$109+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

ALB — ORD
Nov 29 — Dec 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Albany Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in January or December, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Albany to O'Hare Intl

Cheapest flights from Albany to O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/1812:12 pm -
Nonstop2h 48m
Mon 12/216:45 am -
1 stop5h 07m
Deal found 10/29$273
Thu 12/37:45 pm -
1 stop4h 44m
Mon 12/76:15 pm -
1 stop4h 28m
Deal found 10/26$277
Fri 11/206:00 am -
Nonstop2h 43m
Sun 11/227:10 am -
Nonstop2h 17m
Deal found 10/26$280
Fri 12/1812:40 pm -
1 stop6h 46m
Mon 12/215:55 pm -
1 stop4h 33m
Deal found 10/27$283
Mon 11/238:00 am -
1 stop5h 24m
Tue 11/248:43 pm -
Nonstop2h 16m
Deal found 10/29$287
Wed 11/182:05 pm -
1 stop5h 17m
Fri 11/205:05 pm -
1 stop5h 23m
Deal found 10/28$288
Tue 11/247:20 pm -
Nonstop3h 04m
Thu 11/263:35 pm -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 10/26$289
Fri 12/47:45 pm -
1 stop4h 44m
Sun 12/66:10 pm -
Nonstop2h 18m
Deal found 10/29$290
Fri 12/42:02 pm -
1 stop7h 43m
Sun 12/65:02 pm -
1 stop5h 30m
Deal found 10/29$300
Wed 11/256:00 am -
Nonstop2h 43m
Sat 11/287:10 am -
Nonstop2h 17m
Deal found 10/27$307
Mon 12/145:04 am -
1 stop5h 12m
Mon 12/286:45 am -
1 stop6h 38m
Deal found 10/25$309

Find flight deals from Albany to O'Hare Intl

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$273
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$109
(United Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$452

Good round-trip deal

$405 or less

Good one-way deal

$267 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Albany Intl-Chicago O'Hare Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Albany Intl-Chicago O'Hare Intl flights.
From Albany Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl
One-way flight from Albany Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($27 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Albany Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Albany Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl.

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AlbanyChicago

ALB Albany Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Sat 12/12

2:32 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$119
Quickest round-trip

AlbanyChicago

ALB Albany Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Sat 12/12

5:45 am-9:37 am

1 stop4h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$119

AlbanyChicago

ALB Albany Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Mon 11/23

5:40 am-10:30 am

1 stop5h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$119

AlbanyChicago

ALB Albany Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Mon 1/18

7:30 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$129

AlbanyChicago

ALB Albany Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Fri 12/11

6:59 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$139

AlbanyChicago

ALB Albany Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Wed 12/16

8:00 am-12:09 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$142

AlbanyChicago

ALB Albany Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Tue 1/12

5:40 am-11:32 am

1 stop6h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$142

AlbanyChicago

ALB Albany Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Tue 12/15

2:02 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$142

AlbanyChicago

ALB Albany Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Thu 12/10

2:02 pm-6:23 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$142

AlbanyChicago

ALB Albany Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Sun 11/22

5:50 am-10:39 am

1 stop5h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$162

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Compare providers for flights from Albany to O'Hare Intl

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 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 Albany, New York-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Albany, New York-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Albany, New York-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Albany, New York-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Albany, New York-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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?

The best time to book flights from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 51 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $339). Flying from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $452). 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?

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 evening, which can drop the price by up to 12% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights typically cost between $330 and $494 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $273 on American Airlines (Dec 18-Dec 21).

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Albany to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. 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.

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Chris,Aug 2026

MIA - ORD

Had to go through TSA again, already purchased bottle drink. TSA would not let through, United changed gates last minute. This experience bad for everyone. Staff rude, not our fault. Staff from Chicago to Wichita excellent!

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Chris,Aug 2026

MIA - ORD

Had to go through TSA again, already purchased bottle drink. TSA would not let through, United changed gates last minute. This experience bad for everyone. Staff rude, not our fault. Staff from Chicago to Wichita excellent!

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Chris,Aug 2026

MIA - ORD

Had to go through TSA again, already purchased bottle drink. TSA would not let through, United changed gates last minute. This experience bad for everyone. Staff rude, not our fault. Staff from Chicago to Wichita excellent!

Related info for your journey

  • 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 9 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.

  • How long is the flight from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Airlines like Delta and United Airlines fly from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in about 5h 36m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 21m. The distance between Albany, New York and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is about 720 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 Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $266, was found to be the cheapest airline from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be American Airlines. United Airlines is 33% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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 Envoy Air (83%), Qatar Airways (76%) and Air New Zealand (75%).

  • 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 $963, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $163. When looking at the most popular route, (Albany Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $217 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $339). Flying from Albany, New York to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $452). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$266Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$269Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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