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$279+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY to Columbia (ALB - CAE)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — CAE
Dec 20 — Dec 271
Sat 12/20
Sat 12/27
1 adult, Economy
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Fri 12/54:17 pmALB - CAE
1 stop5h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/910:00 amCAE - ALB
1 stop4h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/55:11 pmALB - CAE
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/91:56 pmCAE - ALB
2 stops9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Wed 12/36:00 amALB - CAE
1 stop7h 47mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/72:22 pmCAE - ALB
1 stop6h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Wed 11/266:58 pmALB - CAE
1 stop4h 33mDelta
Thu 11/273:15 pmCAE - ALB
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Deal found 11/18$355
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 11/2012:48 pmALB - CAE
1 stop6h 16mDelta
Sun 11/2311:03 amCAE - ALB
1 stop6h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/17$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 11/205:09 pmALB - CAE
2 stops6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/235:06 amCAE - ALB
1 stop5h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$374
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Wed 11/265:50 amALB - CAE
1 stop4h 09mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/2710:20 amCAE - ALB
2 stops8h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$398
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 11/265:21 pmALB - CAE
1 stop4h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/295:06 amCAE - ALB
1 stop5h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Wed 11/192:41 pmALB - CAE
1 stop4h 13mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/237:35 pmCAE - ALB
1 stop4h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$439

Cheap flight deals from Albany to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albany (ALB) to Columbia (CAE). 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 November 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$279
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$301
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to Columbia that are best for you.

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AlbanyColumbia

ALB - CAE

ALBCAE

Albany Intl

Fri 12/5

4:17 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 12/9

10:00 am-2:13 pm

1 stop4h 13m

$279

AlbanyColumbia

ALB - CAE

ALBCAE

Albany Intl

Sat 1/31

6:00 am-11:58 am

1 stop5h 58m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 2/3

6:50 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 05m

$294

AlbanyColumbia

ALB - CAE

ALBCAE

Albany Intl

Sat 1/31

6:00 am-10:35 am

1 stop4h 35m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 2/3

6:18 am-4:30 pm

2 stops10h 12m

$324

AlbanyColumbia

ALB - CAE

ALBCAE

Albany Intl

Sat 1/31

5:45 am-2:00 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 2/3

2:37 pm-11:41 pm

2 stops9h 04m

$329

AlbanyColumbia

ALB - CAE

ALBCAE

Albany Intl

Wed 11/26

5:21 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop4h 26m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 11/29

5:06 am-10:51 am

1 stop5h 45m

$409

AlbanyColumbia

ALB - CAE

ALBCAE

Albany Intl

Fri 12/5

5:11 pm-11:13 pm

2 stops6h 02m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 12/9

1:56 pm-11:47 pm

2 stops9h 51m

$417

AlbanyColumbia

ALB - CAE

ALBCAE

Albany Intl

Sat 2/14

7:30 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 14m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 2/17

7:36 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 08m

$604

AlbanyColumbia

ALB - CAE

ALBCAE

Albany Intl

Mon 11/24

9:18 pm-8:54 pm

2 stops23h 36m

$289

AlbanyColumbia

ALB - CAE

ALBCAE

Albany Intl

Mon 11/24

6:10 am-12:06 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$417

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Deals found on 11/20

Compare providers for flights from Albany to Columbia

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Albany to Columbia in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 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-Columbia 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-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Albany, New York-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Albany, New York-Columbia 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-Columbia 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 Columbia

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Columbia (average of $33). Flying from Albany, New York to Columbia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $128). 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 CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany to Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Albany, New York to Columbia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 16% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Albany, New York to Columbia?

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbia. 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 Columbia. Reviews last updated November 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Albany to Columbia by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,029 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Albany to Columbia. 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 Columbia?

    There are many flights that can get you from Albany, New York to Columbia in 4h 35m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. Albany, New York and Columbia are separated by a distance of 725 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 Columbia round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Albany, New York to Columbia round-trip from $248. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $248, and United Airlines, from $248. These flights start at 28% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albany to Columbia 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 Columbia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Columbia (average of $33). Flying from Albany, New York to Columbia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $128). 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 Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Albany to Columbia. 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 November 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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