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$143+ 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 12/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — CMH
Dec 20 — Dec 271
Sat 12/20
Sat 12/27
1 adult, Economy
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This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/95:40 amALB - CMH
1 stop3h 51mDelta
Thu 12/117:00 amCMH - ALB
1 stop4h 52mDelta
Deal found 11/20$309
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/310:55 amALB - CMH
1 stop21h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/78:33 pmCMH - ALB
2 stops39h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$331
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 12/35:40 amALB - CMH
1 stop3h 51mDelta
Sun 12/76:39 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Deal found 11/18$372
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/242:15 pmALB - CMH
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Sat 12/276:00 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 11/17$397
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/271:25 pmALB - CMH
1 stop21h 44mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/18:06 pmCMH - ALB
2 stops16h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$402
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 12/35:50 amALB - CMH
1 stop3h 57mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/74:25 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop4h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$442
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:10 pmALB - CMH
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Sat 12/276:00 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 11/18$447
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/276:00 amALB - CMH
1 stop3h 49mDelta
Mon 12/15:59 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop5h 36mDelta
Deal found 11/20$472
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.
Tue 12/96:00 amALB - CMH
1 stop7h 14mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/116:00 amCMH - ALB
2 stops8h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$537

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 November 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$297
(Delta)

One-way from

$143
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$392
From Albany Intl to Columbus
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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 November 20, 2025.
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Price

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

Tue 2/10

3:40 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops6h 25m

Columbus

Tue 2/17

4:30 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$302

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

Tue 12/9

5:40 am-9:31 am

1 stop3h 51m

Columbus

Thu 12/11

7:00 am-11:52 am

1 stop4h 52m

$309

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

Fri 12/5

9:50 am-2:08 pm

1 stop4h 18m

Columbus

Tue 12/9

2:11 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$372

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

Wed 12/3

5:40 am-9:31 am

1 stop3h 51m

Columbus

Sun 12/7

6:39 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$372

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

Wed 12/24

2:15 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Columbus

Sat 12/27

6:00 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 15m

$397

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

Thu 11/27

1:25 pm-11:09 am

1 stop21h 44m

Columbus

Mon 12/1

8:06 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops16h 19m

$402

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

Wed 12/3

5:50 am-9:47 am

1 stop3h 57m

Columbus

Sun 12/7

4:25 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$442

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

Tue 12/23

6:10 pm-12:05 am

1 stop5h 55m

Columbus

Sat 12/27

6:00 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 15m

$447

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

Thu 11/27

6:00 am-9:49 am

1 stop3h 49m

Columbus

Mon 12/1

5:59 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$472

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

Wed 12/24

10:55 am-8:37 am

1 stop21h 42m

$143

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Best time to book a flight from Albany to Columbus

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Columbus (average of $232). Flying from Albany, New York to Columbus in June is currently the most expensive (average of $315). 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 November 20, 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 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 November 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Albany to Columbus. 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
4,251 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Albany, New York to Columbus in 3h 51m. Fly via Southwest, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 507 mi between Albany, New York and Columbus. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Columbus, with prices starting at $246. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $276 and $316, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 43% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Columbus (average of $232). Flying from Albany, New York to Columbus in June is currently the most expensive (average of $315). 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 November 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$323Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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