Illinois

$106+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to Illinois

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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — ORD
Jul 4 — Jul 111
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Cheap flight deals from Albany to Illinois

Cheapest flights from Albany to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 4, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/128:13 pm
ALB
-
STL
1 stop5h 01m
American Airlines
Sat 8/155:00 am
STL
-
ALB
1 stop4h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/30$242
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/138:13 pm
ALB
-
STL
1 stop5h 01m
American Airlines
Mon 8/175:42 pm
STL
-
ALB
1 stop4h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/30$267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/266:00 am
ALB
-
STL
2 stops7h 13m
United Airlines
Tue 9/298:00 am
STL
-
ALB
1 stop5h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/1$275
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/226:00 am
ALB
-
MLI
1 stop5h 16m
Delta
Mon 6/295:17 pm
MLI
-
ALB
1 stop5h 42m
Delta
Deal found 6/1$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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.
Mon 6/228:00 pm
ALB
-
MLI
1 stop5h 11m
American Airlines
Mon 6/296:00 am
MLI
-
ALB
2 stops7h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/1$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 7/285:00 am
ALB
-
STL
1 stop6h 01m
American Airlines
Wed 7/295:58 pm
STL
-
ALB
1 stop5h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/2$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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.
Fri 8/141:27 pm
ALB
-
STL
1 stop5h 11m
Delta
Mon 8/176:30 am
STL
-
ALB
1 stop4h 15m
Delta
Deal found 5/30$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 9/256:00 am
ALB
-
STL
2 stops7h 13m
United Airlines
Mon 9/288:00 am
STL
-
ALB
1 stop5h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/31$324
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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.
Fri 7/177:53 pm
ALB
-
ORD
1 stop17h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/248:05 am
ORD
-
ALB
1 stop9h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$329
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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.
Mon 7/137:53 pm
ALB
-
ORD
1 stop17h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/159:57 pm
ORD
-
ALB
2 stops20h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$330
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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.
Sun 8/231:15 pm
ALB
-
ORD
1 stop24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/2712:30 pm
ORD
-
ALB
2 stops21h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$335
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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.
Sat 6/206:10 pm
ALB
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 20m
Southwest
Sun 6/217:40 pm
MDW
-
ALB
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 5/30$335

Find flight deals from Albany to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Albany to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated June 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$242
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$106
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$369

Good round-trip deal

$401 or less

Good one-way deal

$204 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Albany Intl-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
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From Albany Intl to Illinois
One-way flight from Albany Intl to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($2 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Albany Intl to Illinois.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Albany Intl to Illinois.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to Illinois that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

AlbanyMoline

ALB - MLI

ALBMLI

Albany Intl

Sun 9/27

6:50 am-4:29 pm

2 stops10h 39m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 10/4

5:10 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$314

AlbanyMoline

ALB - MLI

ALBMLI

Albany Intl

Mon 6/22

5:35 pm-12:11 am

2 stops7h 36m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 6/29

6:00 am-2:19 pm

2 stops7h 19m

$319

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Sun 7/19

6:10 am-7:47 am

Nonstop2h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/21

12:08 pm-3:17 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$338

AlbanyChicago

ALB - MDW

ALBMDW

Albany Intl

Fri 7/17

3:20 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/21

7:45 am-10:45 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$338

AlbanySt. Louis

ALB - STL

ALBSTL

Albany Intl

Tue 8/25

4:15 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 8/26

9:30 am-3:05 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$347

AlbanyChicago

ALB - MDW

ALBMDW

Albany Intl

Sat 7/11

4:20 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/15

7:45 am-10:45 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$348

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Mon 6/29

8:15 am-10:00 am

Nonstop2h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/3

7:30 am-10:43 am

Nonstop2h 13m

$349
Quickest round-trip

AlbanyChicago

ALB - MDW

ALBMDW

Albany Intl

Fri 8/28

7:00 am-8:10 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Chicago Midway

Sun 8/30

6:15 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$349

AlbanyChicago

ALB - MDW

ALBMDW

Albany Intl

Thu 9/24

6:05 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/27

6:15 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$349

AlbanyChicago

ALB - MDW

ALBMDW

Albany Intl

Mon 8/10

6:30 am-11:45 am

1 stop6h 15m

Chicago Midway

Fri 8/14

6:10 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$359

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Best time to book a flight from Albany to Illinois

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

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 $126). Flying from Albany, New York to Illinois in July is currently the most expensive (average of $251). 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 June 4, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Albany, New York to Illinois in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 June 4, 2026.

The most flights from ALB to USIL are scheduled on a Wednesday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Albany, New York to Illinois?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Albany, New York to Illinois?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Albany, New York to Illinois, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Albany, New York to Illinois?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Albany to Illinois. Price data was last updated on May 30, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Albany, New York to Illinois flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 June 4, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Albany to Illinois have to say. 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.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

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

    A quick flight from Albany, New York to Illinois can take about 2h 37m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $338. There are 720 mi between Albany, New York and Illinois. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $108. Users have also found prices from $111 and $115 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

  • 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: SkyWest Airlines (95%), Qatar Airways (94%), Envoy Air (91%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $159. While the most popular route (Albany Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $327 on average, our data indicates $715 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 $126). Flying from Albany, New York to Illinois in July is currently the most expensive (average of $251). 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 3 airlines flying from Albany to Illinois

Discover the top 3 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 June 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$243Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$266Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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