Cheap flights from Albany (ALB) to Chicago (CHI) from $73

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/27. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
ALB — CHI
Oct 3 — Oct 101

The best prices from Albany Intl to Chicago are usually found in May or January, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

How to find the cheapest flight from Albany (ALB) to Chicago (CHI)

All the information you need to plan the best ALB to CHI flight in 2023: compare Albany to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$325

Round-trip from

$207
High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 11% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in September 2023
From Albany Intl to Chicago (CHI)

ALB - CHI

Price

$207 - $364

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

CHI

Rainfall

1.7 - 4.9 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Albany, New York to Chicago?

Sunday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Albany, New York to Chicago. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Chicago.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Albany, New York to Chicago?

To save up to 32% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 41 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Albany, New York to Chicago from $384 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $442 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Albany, New York to Chicago?

Our data shows that May tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Albany, New York. Users have commonly found prices around $340 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $231. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in February.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Albany, New York to Chicago (ALB - CHI)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Albany, New York to Chicago at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Delta flights from Albany to Chicago

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Cheap Albany to Chicago flights in September & October 2023

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One-way flights to Chicago from Albany

The cheapest one-way flights from Albany to Chicago
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Budget

$146 - $289

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Albany IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Tue 11/28

Nonstop2h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/1

Nonstop1h 58m

Albany IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Tue 11/28

Nonstop2h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/1

1 stop4h 53m

Albany IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Sat 11/11

Nonstop2h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/11

Nonstop2h 03m

Albany IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Sat 12/9

1 stop5h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/10

1 stop5h 16m

Albany IntlChicago Midway

ALB - MDW

ALBMDW

Albany Intl

Sat 12/9

1 stop4h 03m

Chicago Midway

Sun 12/10

1 stop4h 56m

Albany IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Sat 11/11

1 stop5h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/11

Nonstop2h 03m

Albany IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Sat 11/11

1 stop5h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/14

Nonstop2h 13m

Albany IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Wed 11/1

1 stop7h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/4

Nonstop2h 08m

Albany IntlChicago Midway

ALB - MDW

ALBMDW

Albany Intl

Sat 10/21

2 stops17h 07m

Chicago Midway

Thu 10/26

2 stops50h 17m

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Deals found on 9/27

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Albany to Chicago, such as Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

Allegiant Air
7.5
Good
103 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
1,484 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Albany to Chicago flights.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Albany to Chicago?

For a flight from Albany to Chicago, 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 14 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 3 airlines have flights to Chicago from Albany Intl on a regular basis.

Can I find flights from Albany, New York to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Albany, New York to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $146, but on average you can expect to pay $199.

Are there nonstop flights from Albany, New York to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Albany, New York to Chicago under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Albany, New York to Chicago is less than $279.

Are there last-minute flights available from Albany, New York to Chicago for under $500?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Albany, New York to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $500.

What days are nonstop flights available from Albany, New York to Chicago?

Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How many flights depart from Albany, New York to Chicago on average per day?

Travelers can expect 25 flights from Albany, New York to Chicago on average per day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 36% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 48% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 16% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Albany, New York to Chicago?

There are many flights that can get you from Albany, New York to Chicago in 2h 30m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Albany, New York and Chicago is about 725 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

United Airlines, at $146, was found to be the cheapest airline from Albany, New York to Chicago.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and American Airlines. You may be able to fly from Albany, New York to Chicago for 57% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Albany, New York to Chicago one-way?

For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $73. Users have also found prices from $89 and $141 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

What are the most reliable airlines from Albany, New York to Chicago?

Consider SkyWest Airlines (95%), ANA (85%) or Qatar Airways (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Albany, New York to Chicago.

What are the cheapest flights from Albany, New York to Chicago?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $162. While the most popular route (Albany Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $217 on average our data indicates $817 when flying from Albany, New York to Chicago.

What does ALB to ORD mean?

Albany Intl Airport is ALB and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is ORD. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

Top 3 airlines flying from Albany to Chicago

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Albany to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$163Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$323Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from Albany to Chicago

See what time of day planes typically take off from Albany to Chicago
10%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
41%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
42%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
7%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
6 AM
Noon
6 PM

Weekly flight availability from Albany to Chicago

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Albany to Chicago
Sunday11daily flights
Monday17daily flights
Tuesday14daily flights
Wednesday14daily flights
Thursday16daily flights
Friday17daily flights
Saturday15daily flights

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