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$121+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY to Los Angeles (ALB - LAX)

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ALB — LAX
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Albany Intl to Los Angeles are usually found in January or February, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Albany to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albany (ALB) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$269
(Expedia)

One-way from

$121
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$496
From Albany Intl to Los Angeles
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Cheapest flights from Albany to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/206:00 amALB - LAX
1 stop9h 24mJetBlue
Tue 8/268:00 amLAX - ALB
1 stop11h 05mJetBlue
Deal found 7/29$269
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/1211:00 amALB - LAX
1 stop12h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/289:36 amLAX - ALB
2 stops21h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/96:00 amALB - LAX
1 stop8h 58mDelta
Wed 9/2412:00 pmLAX - ALB
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Deal found 7/27$325
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 8/266:20 amALB - LAX
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Tue 9/211:15 pmLAX - ALB
2 stops9h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 9/185:18 pmALB - LAX
1 stop8h 36mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/259:01 amLAX - ALB
1 stop10h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/106:24 pmALB - LAX
1 stop8h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/1311:59 pmLAX - ALB
1 stop7h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$432

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany to Los Angeles 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 July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Price

AlbanyLos Angeles

ALB - LAX

ALBLAX

Albany Intl

Wed 8/20

6:00 am-12:24 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/26

8:00 am-10:05 pm

1 stop11h 05m

$269

AlbanyLos Angeles

ALB - LAX

ALBLAX

Albany Intl

Fri 9/12

11:00 am-8:53 pm

1 stop12h 53m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/28

9:36 am-10:10 am

2 stops21h 34m

$294

AlbanyLos Angeles

ALB - LAX

ALBLAX

Albany Intl

Tue 9/9

6:30 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop7h 36m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/24

12:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$325

AlbanyLos Angeles

ALB - LAX

ALBLAX

Albany Intl

Tue 8/26

6:20 am-10:45 am

1 stop7h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/2

11:15 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$330

AlbanyLos Angeles

ALB - LAX

ALBLAX

Albany Intl

Thu 9/18

5:18 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop8h 36m

Los Angeles

Thu 9/25

9:01 am-10:17 pm

1 stop10h 16m

$337

AlbanyLos Angeles

ALB - LAX

ALBLAX

Albany Intl

Fri 10/10

6:24 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/13

11:59 pm-10:46 am

1 stop7h 47m

$432

AlbanyLos Angeles

ALB - LAX

ALBLAX

Albany Intl

Mon 8/18

11:31 am-10:44 pm

1 stop14h 13m

$121

AlbanyLos Angeles

ALB - LAX

ALBLAX

Albany Intl

Wed 9/24

6:01 am-1:38 pm

1 stop10h 37m

$163

AlbanyLos Angeles

ALB - LAX

ALBLAX

Albany Intl

Wed 9/3

6:20 am-12:10 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$168

AlbanyLos Angeles

ALB - LAX

ALBLAX

Albany Intl

Thu 9/11

7:03 pm-12:33 am

1 stop8h 30m

$169

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Best time to book a flight from Albany to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Albany to Los Angeles

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Albany to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Albany, New York to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 84 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 month to book a flight from Albany, New York to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Albany, New York to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Albany, New York to Los Angeles in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Albany to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Albany, New York to Los Angeles?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Albany, New York to Los Angeles chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Baltimore (BWI) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Albany, New York to Los Angeles on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Albany, New York to Los Angeles?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Albany, New York to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Baltimore (BWI) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $467.

What’s the fastest layover option from Albany, New York to Los Angeles?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Albany, New York to Los Angeles, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Baltimore (BWI) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 55m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Albany, New York to Los Angeles?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Albany, New York to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Washington, D.C. (IAD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 50m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and Breeze Airways from Albany to Los Angeles. 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
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
190 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Albany to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Currently priced at $269, JetBlue will fly you from Albany, New York to Los Angeles and back. In addition to JetBlue, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $325 and $330, respectively. JetBlue is currently priced 43% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $163 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 $168 and $169, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Albany, New York to Los Angeles?

    Flights departing from Albany, New York and landing in Los Angeles layover in Charlotte most frequently. Albany, New York to Los Angeles flights stop in Chicago the next most.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Charlotte?

    Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame are currently the most popular points of interest in Charlotte at the moment. Those on a layover in Charlotte interested in visiting Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, or NASCAR Hall of Fame can do so by traveling 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.7 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas. Travelers in need of a car in Charlotte can rent one for about $49 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Chicago?

    Most Chicago visitors opt to spend their time at Magnificent Mile, River North, and Grant Park. Those on a layover in Chicago interested in visiting Magnificent Mile, River North, or Grant Park can do so by traveling 15.5 mi, 15.0 mi, and 16.2 mi, respectively from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Chicago can rent one for about $69 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Albany, New York to Los Angeles flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from Albany, New York to Los Angeles is Detroit.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Albany to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albany to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Albany, New York to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 5 airlines flying from Albany to Los Angeles

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Albany to Los Angeles. 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$248Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$329Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$329Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$370Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$392Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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