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$99+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY to Los Angeles (ALB - LAX)

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ALB — LAX
jul. 14 — jul. 211
lun. 7/14
lun. 7/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Albany Intl to Los Angeles are usually found in October or January, 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 julio 9, 2025.

Round-trip from

$197
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$99
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$492
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 julio 9, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/166:00 amALB - LAX
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
lun. 8/189:20 amLAX - ALB
1 stop10h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/7$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
sáb. 8/309:30 amALB - LAX
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
sáb. 9/61:10 pmLAX - ALB
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/9$198
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
vie. 8/1511:31 amALB - LAX
1 stop14h 13mMultiple Airlines
jue. 9/410:37 pmLAX - ALB
2 stops17h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/9$262
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/146:00 amALB - LAX
1 stop9h 24mJetBlue
mié. 8/208:00 amLAX - ALB
1 stop11h 05mJetBlue
Deal found 7/7$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
lun. 8/257:02 pmALB - LAX
1 stop8h 34mDelta
jue. 9/412:15 pmLAX - ALB
1 stop8h 44mDelta
Deal found 7/9$297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
jue. 11/66:29 pmALB - LAX
1 stop8h 30mUnited Airlines
lun. 11/1011:20 pmLAX - ALB
1 stop9h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/8$355

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

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Albany

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Los Angeles

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Depart

Return

Price

AlbanyLos Angeles

ALB - LAX

ALBLAX

Albany Intl

sáb. 8/16

6:00 am-11:44 am

1 stop8h 44m

Los Angeles

lun. 8/18

9:20 am-10:49 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$197

AlbanyLos Angeles

ALB - LAX

ALBLAX

Albany Intl

sáb. 8/30

9:30 am-3:35 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Los Angeles

sáb. 9/6

1:10 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$198

AlbanyLos Angeles

ALB - LAX

ALBLAX

Albany Intl

vie. 8/15

11:31 am-10:44 pm

1 stop14h 13m

Los Angeles

jue. 9/4

10:37 pm-6:54 pm

2 stops17h 17m

$262

AlbanyLos Angeles

ALB - LAX

ALBLAX

Albany Intl

jue. 8/14

6:00 am-12:24 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Los Angeles

mié. 8/20

8:00 am-10:05 pm

1 stop11h 05m

$269

AlbanyLos Angeles

ALB - LAX

ALBLAX

Albany Intl

lun. 8/25

7:02 pm-12:36 am

1 stop8h 34m

Los Angeles

jue. 9/4

12:15 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$297

AlbanyLos Angeles

ALB - LAX

ALBLAX

Albany Intl

jue. 11/6

6:29 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Los Angeles

lun. 11/10

11:20 pm-12:06 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$355

AlbanyLos Angeles

ALB - LAX

ALBLAX

Albany Intl

mar. 8/12

4:13 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$99

AlbanyLos Angeles

ALB - LAX

ALBLAX

Albany Intl

sáb. 10/18

4:35 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$104

AlbanyLos Angeles

ALB - LAX

ALBLAX

Albany Intl

vie. 8/22

10:01 am-10:44 pm

1 stop15h 43m

$114

AlbanyLos Angeles

ALB - LAX

ALBLAX

Albany Intl

mar. 8/5

6:00 am-12:27 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$145

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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 June 27, 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 julio 9, 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.

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 julio 9, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines 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
4,252 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
4,252 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
7,954 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
8,842 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,909 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
4,252 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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 $197, American Airlines will fly you from Albany, New York to Los Angeles and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and JetBlue - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $198 and $269, respectively. American Airlines is currently priced 58% 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?

    $99 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 JetBlue, with prices starting from $104 and $145, 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 Chicago most frequently. Albany, New York to Los Angeles flights stop in Charlotte the next most.

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

    Magnificent Mile, River North, and Grant Park are currently the most popular points of interest in Chicago at the moment. 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 $66 per day.

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

    Most Charlotte visitors opt to spend their time at Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame. 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 $43 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 4 airlines flying from Albany to Los Angeles

Discover the top 4 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 julio 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$326Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$327Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$372Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$387Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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