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$155+ 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 12/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — ORD
juil. 8 — juil. 151
mar. 7/8
mar. 7/15
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 September, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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 juillet 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$268
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$155
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$365

Good round-trip deal

$387 or less

Good one-way deal

$222 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 juillet 3, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
mar. 8/196:07 amALB - ORD
1 stop7h 13mAmerican Airlines
dim. 8/242:11 pmORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$268
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
lun. 9/156:00 amALB - ORD
2 stops12h 55mSouthwest
lun. 9/2212:40 pmORD - ALB
1 stop9h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
jeu. 8/282:08 pmALB - ORD
1 stop4h 54mDelta
dim. 8/315:00 pmORD - ALB
1 stop5h 21mDelta
Deal found 7/2$274
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
lun. 8/1811:31 amALB - ORD
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
dim. 8/245:16 pmORD - ALB
2 stops14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$275
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
lun. 8/116:00 amALB - ORD
Nonstop2h 32mUnited Airlines
jeu. 8/1411:59 amORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$281

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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 juillet 3, 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

Fly to

O'Hare Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

mar. 8/19

6:07 am-12:20 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dim. 8/24

2:11 pm-5:23 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

$268

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

lun. 9/15

6:00 am-5:55 pm

2 stops12h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/22

12:40 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$271

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

jeu. 8/28

2:08 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop4h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dim. 8/31

5:00 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$274

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

lun. 8/18

11:31 am-10:31 am

2 stops24h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dim. 8/24

5:16 pm-9:11 am

2 stops14h 55m

$275

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

lun. 8/11

6:00 am-7:32 am

Nonstop2h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jeu. 8/14

11:59 am-3:09 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$281

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

mer. 12/24

6:13 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

$155

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

ven. 8/1

9:27 am-4:40 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$156

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

mar. 8/19

7:25 am-5:55 pm

2 stops11h 30m

$163

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

mer. 12/24

5:45 am-9:19 am

1 stop4h 34m

$165

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

lun. 8/11

6:00 am-7:32 am

Nonstop2h 32m

$168

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Deals found on 7/2

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

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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?

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 27, 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 juillet 3, 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 13% versus a flight at noon.

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 juillet 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,861 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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 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.

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

    American Airlines, at $268, 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 Southwest and Delta. American Airlines is 24% 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 American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $155. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Delta, 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 ANA (92%), Air Canada (75%) 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 $893, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $164. When looking at the most popular route, (Albany Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $211 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 juillet 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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