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$113+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to Illinois

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ALB — ORD
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$257
(Delta)

One-way from

$113
(United Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$338

Good round-trip deal

$381 or less

Good one-way deal

$163 or less
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 5/265:44 amALB - STL
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Wed 5/283:40 pmSTL - ALB
1 stop7h 21mDelta
Deal found 4/30$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 5/266:00 amALB - STL
2 stops7h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/286:30 amSTL - ALB
1 stop4h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$262
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 7/196:00 amALB - ORD
1 stop4h 57mDelta
Sat 7/195:20 pmORD - ALB
1 stop4h 26mDelta
Deal found 4/29$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 7/166:00 amALB - MDW
1 stop3h 39mDelta
Wed 7/236:20 pmMDW - ALB
1 stop3h 43mDelta
Deal found 4/29$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/207:40 pmALB - ORD
1 stop4h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/2411:05 amORD - ALB
Nonstop2h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$270
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 7/306:30 amALB - MDW
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Fri 8/18:10 pmMDW - ALB
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$272
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 8/195:59 pmALB - ORD
Nonstop2h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/246:06 amORD - ALB
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$277
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 6/66:45 pmALB - ORD
1 stop18h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/87:35 pmORD - ALB
2 stops24h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$311
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/287:45 amALB - ORD
1 stop11h 10mSouthwest
Sat 5/3112:40 pmORD - ALB
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$318
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 5/246:10 amALB - PIA
1 stop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/263:53 pmPIA - ALB
1 stop4h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$364
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 5/266:00 amALB - STL
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
Wed 5/281:00 pmSTL - ALB
1 stop9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$377
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 5/1612:33 pmALB - SPI
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/2010:00 amSPI - ALB
1 stop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$485

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany to Illinois 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to Illinois that are best for you.

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Albany

Fly to

Illinois

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Depart

Return

Price

AlbanySt. Louis

ALB - STL

ALBSTL

Albany Intl

Mon 5/26

5:44 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 04m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/28

3:40 pm-12:01 am

1 stop7h 21m

$257

AlbanySt. Louis

ALB - STL

ALBSTL

Albany Intl

Mon 5/26

6:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops7h 20m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/28

6:30 am-12:24 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$262

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Sat 7/19

6:00 am-9:57 am

1 stop4h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/19

5:20 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop4h 26m

$269

AlbanyChicago

ALB - MDW

ALBMDW

Albany Intl

Wed 7/16

6:00 am-8:39 am

1 stop3h 39m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/23

6:20 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop3h 43m

$269

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Fri 6/20

7:40 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/24

11:05 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$270

AlbanyChicago

ALB - MDW

ALBMDW

Albany Intl

Wed 7/30

6:30 am-7:40 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Chicago Midway

Fri 8/1

8:10 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$272

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Tue 8/19

5:59 pm-7:34 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/24

6:06 am-2:25 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$277

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Fri 6/6

6:45 pm-12:42 pm

1 stop18h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/8

7:35 pm-8:51 pm

2 stops24h 16m

$311

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Wed 5/28

7:45 am-5:55 pm

1 stop11h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/31

12:40 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$318

AlbanyPeoria

ALB - PIA

ALBPIA

Albany Intl

Sat 5/24

6:10 am-10:21 am

1 stop5h 11m

Greater Peoria

Mon 5/26

3:53 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$364

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Best time to book a flight from Albany to Illinois

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Albany, New York to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

When flying from Albany, New York to Illinois, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Albany, New York to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Albany to Illinois. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

The most flights from ALB to USIL are scheduled on a Thursday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in Illinois by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Albany to Illinois to help guide your decision. 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
4,294 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

    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 Illinois.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $113. Users have also found prices from $113 and $123 on Southwest and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Albany, New York to Illinois?

    The most popular flight routes from Albany, New York to Illinois are Albany Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Albany Intl - Chicago Midway and Albany Intl - Lambert-St Louis.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Albany, New York to Illinois?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Albany, New York to Illinois on time: Emirates (89%), Republic Airways (88%), ANA (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Albany, New York to Illinois?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $132. While the most popular route (Albany Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $225 on average our data indicates $905 when flying from Albany, New York to Illinois.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Albany, New York to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 Illinois

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Albany to Illinois. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$176Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$212Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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