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$138+ 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 10/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — CMH
oct. 17 — oct. 241
ven. 10/17
ven. 10/24
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 septembre 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$287
(Delta)

One-way from

$138
(Kiwi.com)

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January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$487
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 septembre 17, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
sam. 12/136:00 amALB - CMH
1 stop3h 49mDelta
mar. 12/166:00 amCMH - ALB
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Deal found 9/14$287
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
mer. 12/243:45 pmALB - CMH
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
jeu. 12/257:00 amCMH - ALB
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$292
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
lun. 10/207:20 pmALB - CMH
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
jeu. 10/238:05 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop4h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/17$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
mer. 10/292:45 pmALB - CMH
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
ven. 10/315:25 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop3h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 9/17$303
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
ven. 10/176:08 amALB - CMH
1 stop3h 45mDelta
lun. 10/206:30 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop5h 27mDelta
Deal found 9/16$308
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
lun. 10/207:20 pmALB - CMH
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
ven. 10/244:40 pmCMH - ALB
2 stops7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/17$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
dim. 10/267:00 amALB - CMH
1 stop3h 33mAmerican Airlines
mar. 10/286:50 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$322
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
dim. 10/265:20 amALB - CMH
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
mar. 10/2812:50 pmCMH - ALB
2 stops8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
ven. 10/314:36 pmALB - CMH
1 stop4h 26mAmerican Airlines
dim. 11/25:00 amCMH - ALB
1 stop5h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$332
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
jeu. 11/137:35 amALB - CMH
2 stops8h 55mSouthwest
dim. 11/165:30 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$337

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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 septembre 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to Columbus that are best for you.

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Price

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

sam. 12/13

6:00 am-9:49 am

1 stop3h 49m

Columbus

mar. 12/16

6:00 am-11:52 am

1 stop5h 52m

$287

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

mer. 10/8

6:24 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Columbus

jeu. 10/9

6:00 am-10:46 am

1 stop4h 46m

$287

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

lun. 10/20

7:20 pm-12:05 am

1 stop4h 45m

Columbus

jeu. 10/23

8:05 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 10m

$297

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

mer. 10/29

2:45 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops8h 00m

Columbus

ven. 10/31

5:25 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$303

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

lun. 10/20

7:20 pm-12:05 am

1 stop4h 45m

Columbus

ven. 10/24

8:05 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 10m

$308

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

jeu. 11/13

5:19 am-2:07 pm

1 stop8h 48m

Columbus

dim. 11/16

6:25 am-11:11 am

1 stop4h 46m

$322

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

dim. 10/26

5:20 am-9:35 am

1 stop4h 15m

Columbus

mar. 10/28

12:50 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$327

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

sam. 10/25

6:08 am-9:53 am

1 stop3h 45m

Columbus

dim. 10/26

8:05 am-1:16 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$332

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

mer. 10/8

6:00 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 00m

Columbus

dim. 10/12

6:45 am-1:20 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$332

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

mar. 11/4

6:53 am-12:08 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$139

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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 septembre 17, 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.

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 septembre 17, 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
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
8,926 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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 49m. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or Southwest 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 United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $276 and $336, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 44% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $139 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 $144 and $149, 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 septembre 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$238Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$323Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$336Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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