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$174+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to Columbus

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 7/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — CMH
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Albany to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albany (ALB) to Columbus (C01). 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$290
(Delta)

One-way from

$174
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$386
From Albany Intl to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from Albany to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

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.
jue. 10/235:30 amALB - CMH
1 stop4h 44mDelta
dom. 10/266:00 amCMH - ALB
1 stop4h 59mDelta
Deal found 6/10$290
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
vie. 8/296:04 amALB - CMH
1 stop3h 55mAmerican Airlines
dom. 8/316:29 amCMH - ALB
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$305
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 7/146:45 pmALB - CMH
1 stop5h 03mUnited Airlines
mar. 7/156:00 amCMH - ALB
1 stop4h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$327
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.
jue. 10/237:20 pmALB - CMH
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
dom. 10/266:45 amCMH - ALB
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$337
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 6/286:32 pmALB - CMH
2 stops22h 27mMultiple Airlines
mar. 7/110:04 amCMH - ALB
2 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$342

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany to Columbus 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 junio 12, 2025.
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AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

jue. 10/23

5:30 am-10:14 am

1 stop4h 44m

Columbus

dom. 10/26

6:00 am-10:59 am

1 stop4h 59m

$290

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

vie. 8/29

6:04 am-9:59 am

1 stop3h 55m

Columbus

dom. 8/31

6:29 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 21m

$305

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

lun. 7/14

6:45 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Columbus

mar. 7/15

6:00 am-10:23 am

1 stop4h 23m

$327

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

jue. 10/23

7:20 pm-12:05 am

1 stop4h 45m

Columbus

dom. 10/26

6:45 am-3:15 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$337

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

sáb. 6/28

6:32 pm-4:59 pm

2 stops22h 27m

Columbus

mar. 7/1

10:04 am-9:14 pm

2 stops35h 10m

$342

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

jue. 7/10

7:00 am-2:08 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$174

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

jue. 7/17

1:10 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops6h 30m

$189

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

lun. 6/23

11:29 am-7:48 pm

2 stops32h 19m

$197

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

dom. 7/13

5:45 am-10:23 am

1 stop4h 38m

$210

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

dom. 7/13

6:00 am-1:07 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$239

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Deals found on 6/10

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Albany, New York to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 CMH?

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

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Albany, New York to Columbus in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Albany to Columbus. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
7,950 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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 Columbus. 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 Columbus?

    Albany Intl (ALB), located 7.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Albany to Columbus. 4 airlines have flights from Albany Intl to Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Albany Intl to Columbus should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Columbus, with prices starting at $290. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $305 and $327, respectively. Users have found that Delta is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $174 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and Delta, with prices starting from $189 and $210, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Albany, New York to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 4 airlines flying from Albany to Columbus

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Albany to Columbus. 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$238Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$311Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$336Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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