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$78+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — WAS
Aug 8 — Aug 151
Sat 8/8
Sat 8/15
1 adult, Economy
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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 July 9, 2026.

This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/147:50 am
ALB
-
DCA
1 stop8h 05m
Southwest
Tue 11/173:35 pm
DCA
-
ALB
1 stop5h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/7$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 8/78:02 pm
ALB
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IAD
1 stop23h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/135:40 pm
IAD
-
ALB
1 stop25h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$202
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/123:20 pm
ALB
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Tue 9/151:05 pm
BWI
-
ALB
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/8$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 8/108:02 pm
ALB
-
IAD
1 stop23h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/136:30 pm
IAD
-
ALB
1 stop17h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6$235
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 11/27:55 am
ALB
-
DCA
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Sat 11/146:00 am
DCA
-
ALB
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 7/6$240
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/298:30 am
ALB
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Mon 8/318:10 am
BWI
-
ALB
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/8$241
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/35:25 am
ALB
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Sun 9/68:50 am
BWI
-
ALB
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/8$247
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.
Fri 8/143:03 pm
ALB
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 26m
American Airlines
Tue 8/1812:59 pm
DCA
-
ALB
Nonstop1h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/7$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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.
Wed 8/262:49 pm
ALB
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 39m
United Airlines
Sat 8/299:00 am
IAD
-
ALB
Nonstop1h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/6$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 8/148:02 pm
ALB
-
BWI
1 stop16h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/161:05 pm
BWI
-
ALB
1 stop30h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6$250
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 7/303:32 pm
ALB
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 27m
American Airlines
Sun 8/210:15 pm
DCA
-
ALB
Nonstop1h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/6$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. 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 7/247:53 pm
ALB
-
BWI
1 stop16h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/261:05 pm
BWI
-
ALB
1 stop29h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4$251

Find 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 July 9, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$191
(Southwest)

One-way from

$78
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$294

Good round-trip deal

$306 or less

Good one-way deal

$220 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany to Washington, D.C. 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 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - DCA

ALBDCA

Albany Intl

Sat 11/14

7:50 am-3:55 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/17

3:35 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$191

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - IAD

ALBIAD

Albany Intl

Fri 7/31

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/3

10:10 pm-11:47 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$249

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - DCA

ALBDCA

Albany Intl

Thu 8/20

12:25 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/27

5:40 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$269

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - DCA

ALBDCA

Albany Intl

Mon 8/3

5:45 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/10

8:15 am-12:47 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$269

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - DCA

ALBDCA

Albany Intl

Tue 8/4

12:25 pm-4:19 pm

1 stop3h 54m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/15

6:25 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$269

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - DCA

ALBDCA

Albany Intl

Fri 8/7

5:45 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/13

7:40 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop3h 37m

$269

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - DCA

ALBDCA

Albany Intl

Thu 7/30

5:45 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/2

8:15 am-12:47 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$270

AlbanyBaltimore

ALB - BWI

ALBBWI

Albany Intl

Mon 11/2

5:30 am-7:00 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 11/6

3:45 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$276

AlbanyWashington, D.C.

ALB - IAD

ALBIAD

Albany Intl

Fri 8/14

7:35 pm-9:16 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/17

10:25 pm-11:58 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$279
Quickest round-trip

AlbanyBaltimore

ALB - BWI

ALBBWI

Albany Intl

Fri 8/7

3:10 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 8/11

1:05 pm-2:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$299

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Albany to Washington, D.C. in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Albany, New York-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Albany, New York-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Albany, New York-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Albany, New York-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Albany, New York-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Albany to Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Albany with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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 $98). Flying from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $234). 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 July 9, 2026.

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 31% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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 July 9, 2026.

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).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C.?

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

Booking 75 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 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 July 4, 2026.

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

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 July 9, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Albany to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,958 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,791 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Albany to Washington, D.C.. 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 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 long is the flight from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C.?

    Southwest, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. in just under 1h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 30m. The distance from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. is about 324 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    American Airlines, at $189, was found to be the cheapest airline from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C.. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. You may be able to fly from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. for 41% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The most popular route from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. is Albany Intl - Baltimore/Washington. You may also consider Albany Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Albany Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

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

    Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. from Albany, New York, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: CommutAir (76%), United Airlines (76%), Lufthansa( 69%).

  • 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 $1,129, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $130. The most popular route (Albany Intl - Baltimore/Washington), is priced around $229.

  • 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 $98). Flying from Albany, New York to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $234). 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.

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Albany to Washington, D.C.. 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 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$255Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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