Washington, D.C.

$89+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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ALB — WAS
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Albany Intl to Washington, D.C. are usually found in May or April, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Albany to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albany (ALB) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$177
(Southwest)

One-way from

$89
(Southwest)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$293

Good round-trip deal

$257 or less

Good one-way deal

$166 or less
From Albany Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Albany Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Albany Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Albany Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS).

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Cheapest flights from Albany to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 8/78:15 amALB - BWI
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Mon 8/116:40 amBWI - ALB
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 10/26:00 amALB - IAD
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/58:55 amIAD - ALB
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$194
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/212:18 pmALB - DCA
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Sat 7/55:45 pmDCA - ALB
1 stop3h 27mDelta
Deal found 6/10$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 9/66:20 amALB - DCA
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Wed 9/106:05 amDCA - ALB
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$203
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 9/66:30 pmALB - IAD
1 stop4h 25mDelta
Wed 9/106:15 pmIAD - ALB
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 6/12$203
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/24:13 pmALB - BWI
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/66:14 amBWI - ALB
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$212
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/142:57 pmALB - DCA
Nonstop1h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/176:10 amDCA - ALB
1 stop6h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$218
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Mon 7/286:46 pmALB - BWI
2 stops22h 46mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/319:39 amBWI - ALB
1 stop24h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$225
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/91:06 pmALB - IAD
1 stop5h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/132:21 pmIAD - ALB
1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$251
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 6/269:40 amALB - IAD
2 stops28h 43mAllegiant Air
Sun 6/2911:12 amIAD - ALB
1 stop23h 27mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/10$325
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 10/25:17 pmALB - IAD
1 stop20h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/512:55 pmIAD - ALB
3 stops27h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$337
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 7/216:00 amALB - DCA
1 stop10h 12mJetBlue
Mon 7/288:00 amDCA - ALB
1 stop8h 49mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$368

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

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Return

Price

AlbanyBaltimore

ALB - BWI

ALBBWI

Albany Intl

Thu 8/7

8:15 am-9:35 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/11

6:40 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$177

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - IAD

ALBIAD

Albany Intl

Thu 10/2

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/5

8:55 am-10:25 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$194

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - DCA

ALBDCA

Albany Intl

Wed 7/2

12:18 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 7/5

5:45 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop3h 27m

$199

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - DCA

ALBDCA

Albany Intl

Sat 9/6

6:20 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/10

6:05 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$203

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - IAD

ALBIAD

Albany Intl

Sat 9/6

6:30 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/10

6:15 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$203

AlbanyBaltimore

ALB - BWI

ALBBWI

Albany Intl

Tue 9/2

4:13 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 9/6

6:14 am-12:21 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$212

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - DCA

ALBDCA

Albany Intl

Thu 8/14

2:57 pm-4:37 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/17

6:10 am-12:27 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$218

AlbanyBaltimore

ALB - BWI

ALBBWI

Albany Intl

Mon 7/28

6:46 pm-5:32 pm

2 stops22h 46m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 7/31

9:39 am-9:53 am

1 stop24h 14m

$225

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - IAD

ALBIAD

Albany Intl

Tue 9/9

1:06 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/13

2:21 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$251

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - IAD

ALBIAD

Albany Intl

Thu 6/26

9:40 am-2:23 pm

2 stops28h 43m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 6/29

11:12 am-10:39 am

1 stop23h 27m

$325

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Albany to Washington, D.C.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Albany to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 46 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 47% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Albany to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Albany to Washington, D.C.. 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 12, 2025.

The most flights from ALB to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Albany to Washington, D.C.. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Albany to Washington, D.C.?

    Most people fly from Albany Intl (ALB) if they book a flight from Albany to Washington, D.C.. On average, Albany Intl has 12 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day from 3 airlines. Albany Intl is conveniently located just 7.4 mi from Albany’s city center.

  • How popular is this Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Southwest, at $177, was found to be the cheapest airline from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. You may be able to fly from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. for 40% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    $89 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $89 and $99, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C.?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C.?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C.? While on average our users pay $320, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $124. The most popular route (Albany Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), is priced around $183.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Albany to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Albany to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Albany to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albany to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$232Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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