Cheap flights from Albany, New York to Chicago from $116
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AlbanyChicago
ALB Albany Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
ALBORD
Albany Intl
Fri 10/30
7:23 am-9:10 am
Nonstop2h 47m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 11/2
8:16 am-11:28 am
Nonstop2h 12m
AlbanyChicago
ALB Albany Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
ALBORD
Albany Intl
Thu 11/5
7:11 am-9:10 am
Nonstop2h 59m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 11/7
8:00 am-11:12 am
Nonstop2h 12m
AlbanyChicago
ALB Albany Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
ALBORD
Albany Intl
Wed 11/11
6:00 am-7:43 am
Nonstop2h 43m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 11/27
6:20 pm-9:38 pm
Nonstop2h 18m
AlbanyChicago
ALB Albany Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
ALBORD
Albany Intl
Wed 11/11
8:30 am-10:15 am
Nonstop2h 45m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 11/13
7:10 am-10:27 am
Nonstop2h 17m
AlbanyChicago
ALB Albany Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
ALBORD
Albany Intl
Thu 11/5
7:11 am-9:10 am
Nonstop2h 59m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 11/9
8:16 am-11:28 am
Nonstop2h 12m
AlbanyChicago
ALB Albany Intl - MDW Chicago Midway
ALBMDW
Albany Intl
Wed 11/18
5:55 am-2:30 pm
2 stops9h 35m
Chicago Midway
Mon 11/23
6:30 pm-7:55 am
2 stops12h 25m
AlbanyChicago
ALB Albany Intl - MDW Chicago Midway
ALBMDW
Albany Intl
Mon 11/23
1:20 pm-10:45 pm
2 stops10h 25m
Chicago Midway
Wed 11/25
9:05 pm-8:00 am
1 stop9h 55m
AlbanyChicago
ALB Albany Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
ALBORD
Albany Intl
Fri 1/15
6:00 am-7:52 am
Nonstop2h 52m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 1/18
6:15 pm-11:44 pm
1 stop4h 29m
AlbanyChicago
ALB Albany Intl - MDW Chicago Midway
ALBMDW
Albany Intl
Thu 12/17
5:50 am-9:37 am
1 stop4h 47m
Chicago Midway
Fri 12/18
6:41 pm-11:32 pm
1 stop3h 51m
AlbanyChicago
ALB Albany Intl - MDW Chicago Midway
ALBMDW
Albany Intl
Fri 11/13
5:50 am-9:46 am
1 stop4h 56m
Chicago Midway
Mon 11/16
5:13 pm-11:53 pm
1 stop5h 40m
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Albany, New York to Chicago
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Albany, New York and Chicago?
Prices are currently low for flights on this route.
Typical prices usually range from $329 to $478.The lowest price recently found on this route was $272.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?
The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Albany, New York, with most prices found around $318. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in January, then December is your next best option. Flight prices from Albany, New York to Chicago during December average around $349.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?
The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $472. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Albany, New York to Chicago for around $613.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the afternoon. Flights from Albany, New York to Chicago during this time can be as low as $457. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the morning when prices are around $526.
What is the cheapest Albany Intl to Chicago flight route?
Fly from Albany Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl for the best Albany Intl - Chicago flight prices
How far in advance should I book a flight from Albany, New York to Chicago?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Albany, New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $395 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Albany, New York for as low as $340 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Albany, New York to Chicago flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Albany, New York to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
Can stopping save me money on Albany, New York to Chicago flights?
You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a Albany, New York to Chicago flight.
How have Albany, New York to Chicago flight prices changed over time?
As of October 2026, prices for Albany, New York to Chicago flights are approximately 4% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Albany Intl to Chicago?
Southwest and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Albany Intl to Chicago
What airlines fly to Chicago?
United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Albany, New York according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Albany, New York to Chicago on average per day?
As of October 2026, 18 flights take off from Albany, New York and land in Chicago each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 51% of daily flights taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from Albany, New York to Chicago on average per week?
As of October 2026, 129 flights take off from Albany, New York and land in Chicago each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 19% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Albany, New York to Chicago
How far is Albany Intl to Chicago by plane?
There are 710.3 mi between Albany Intl and Chicago. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 2h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Albany Intl Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Albany Intl Airport to Chicago refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Albany Intl Airport to Chicago?
As of October 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Albany Intl Airport to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Albany Intl Airport to Chicago?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Albany Intl Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Albany, New York to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Albany, New York and Chicago, the leading plane model is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700, making up 16.26% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A319 with 13.49%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 10.46%, and Boeing 737-900 with 8.32%.
What is the most popular airline from Albany, New York to Chicago?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Albany, New York to Chicago is United Airlines, representing 49% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are American Airlines at 33% and Southwest at 18%.
Best airlines flying from Albany, New York to Chicago
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Albany, New York to Chicago with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $266 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 10,351 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $269 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.9 4,216 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $269 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.0 12,162 reviews |
Southwest Flights From Albany, New York to Chicago
Across 6 Southwest flights from Albany, New York to Chicago this week, the average price was $385, with the best Southwest deals starting from $269 round-trip. 4,216 users have rated Southwest on momondo, with an average score of 7.9/10.
United Airlines Flights From Albany, New York to Chicago
The best United Airlines deal for Albany, New York to Chicago flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $266, round-trip. It should be noted that an average United Airlines flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $423 round-trip. United Airlines operates 23 flights out of Albany, New York into Chicago in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 10,351 United Airlines reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.4/10.
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Yes. All flights to Chicago from Albany on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.
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