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$115+ 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 3/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — CMH
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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 janeiro 7, 2026.

Round-trip from

$223
(Southwest)

One-way from

$115
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$626
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 janeiro 7, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
ter 2/33:40 pmALB - CMH
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
ter 2/1012:15 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 1/6$223
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
sex 2/2011:32 amALB - CMH
1 stop22h 48mMultiple Airlines
dom 2/2212:55 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$240
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
qui 2/195:35 amALB - CMH
1 stop4h 12mDelta
ter 2/246:23 amCMH - ALB
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Deal found 1/7$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
sex 2/610:00 amALB - CMH
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
dom 2/812:55 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$251
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
ter 2/105:30 amALB - CMH
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
qua 2/1812:15 pmCMH - ALB
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 1/5$260
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
sex 2/2712:25 pmALB - CMH
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
qua 3/45:50 amCMH - ALB
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 1/5$295

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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 janeiro 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to Columbus that are best for you.

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Albany

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Price

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

ter 2/3

3:40 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Columbus

ter 2/10

12:15 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$223

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

sex 2/20

11:32 am-10:20 am

1 stop22h 48m

Columbus

dom 2/22

12:55 pm-9:20 am

1 stop20h 25m

$240

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

qui 2/19

1:05 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Columbus

ter 2/24

9:30 am-3:37 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$247

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

qui 2/19

5:35 am-9:47 am

1 stop4h 12m

Columbus

ter 2/24

6:23 am-11:52 am

1 stop5h 29m

$247

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

sex 2/6

10:00 am-9:40 am

2 stops23h 40m

Columbus

dom 2/8

12:55 pm-9:20 am

1 stop20h 25m

$251

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

ter 2/10

5:30 am-12:15 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Columbus

qua 2/18

12:15 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$260

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

sex 2/27

12:25 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Columbus

qua 3/4

5:50 am-12:20 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$295

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

sex 3/27

7:09 pm-1:27 pm

1 stop18h 18m

$115

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

ter 1/20

2:42 pm-7:26 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$128

AlbanyColumbus

ALB - CMH

ALBCMH

Albany Intl

ter 1/20

1:30 pm-11:19 pm

3 stops33h 49m

$146

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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.

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 janeiro 7, 2026.
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
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,025 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,139 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,095 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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 4h 12m. Fly via Southwest, American Airlines, or Delta 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 Delta is currently your cheapest option to Columbus, with prices starting at $239. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $246 and $290, respectively. Users have found that Delta 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?

    $108 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $132 and $163, 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, 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 janeiro 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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