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Cheap flights from Albany, New York to Chicago from $95

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Southwest Logo
11:25 am - 6:40 pmALB-MDW
8h 15m2 stops
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7:50 am - 3:00 pmMDW-ALB
6h 10m1 stop
$256Southwest
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Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 20
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10:55 am - 9:34 amALB-ORD
23h 39m1 stop
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4:41 pm - 12:25 pmORD-ALB
18h 44m2 stops
$258Multiple Airlines
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Sat, Jan 17 - Mon, Jan 19
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10:55 am - 9:39 pmALB-ORD
11h 44m1 stop
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7:29 am - 9:20 amORD-ALB
24h 51m2 stops
$259Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 18
United Airlines Logo
2:40 pm - 6:37 pmALB-ORD
4h 57m1 stop
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11:05 am - 2:31 pmORD-ALB
2h 26mnonstop
$260United Airlines
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Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24
Southwest Logo
5:10 am - 6:30 amALB-MDW
2h 20mnonstop
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7:20 pm - 10:10 pmMDW-ALB
1h 50mnonstop
$260Southwest
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Thu, Jan 1 - Mon, Jan 5
American Airlines Logo
7:01 am - 8:52 amALB-ORD
2h 51mnonstop
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2:47 pm - 5:56 pmORD-ALB
2h 09mnonstop
$261American Airlines
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Thu, Jan 1 - Mon, Jan 5
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:42 amALB-ORD
2h 42mnonstop
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6:00 pm - 9:14 pmORD-ALB
2h 14mnonstop
$269United Airlines
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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
7:01 am - 8:52 amALB-ORD
2h 51mnonstop
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11:35 am - 4:38 pmORD-ALB
4h 03m1 stop
$271American Airlines
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Thu, Jan 1 - Mon, Jan 5
Delta Logo
5:08 pm - 9:05 pmALB-ORD
4h 57m1 stop
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7:10 am - 2:02 pmORD-ALB
5h 52m1 stop
$280Delta
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Sun, Jan 18 - Mon, Jan 19
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 8:52 amALB-MDW
4h 22m1 stop
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6:35 pm - 11:26 pmMDW-ALB
3h 51m1 stop
$280Delta
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Sun, Jan 18 - Mon, Jan 19

United Airlines flights from Albany, New York to Chicago

Our best United Airlines deals on Albany, New York to Chicago flight tickets
United Airlines
Jan 17
ALB2:40 pmAlbany Intl
4h 57m
1 stop
ORD6:37 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 24
ORD11:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 26m
ALB2:31 pmAlbany Intl
$260
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United Airlines
Dec 2
ALB6:00 amAlbany Intl
2h 42m
ORD7:42 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 2
ORD6:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 14m
ALB9:14 pmAlbany Intl
$269
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United Airlines
Jan 17
ALB2:40 pmAlbany Intl
7h 49m
1 stop
ORD9:29 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 24
ORD8:52 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 13m
1 stop
ALB2:05 pmAlbany Intl
$270
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Delta flights from Albany, New York to Chicago

Our best Delta deals on Albany, New York to Chicago flight tickets
Delta
Jan 18
ALB5:30 amAlbany Intl
5h 11m
1 stop
ORD9:41 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 19
ORD7:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
5h 52m
1 stop
ALB2:02 pmAlbany Intl
$280
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Delta
Dec 29
ALB5:40 amAlbany Intl
4h 21m
1 stop
ORD9:01 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 1
ORD6:02 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 21m
1 stop
ALB11:23 pmAlbany Intl
$300
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Delta
Jan 4
ALB5:15 pmAlbany Intl
4h 25m
1 stop
ORD8:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 18
ORD7:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
5h 52m
1 stop
ALB2:02 pmAlbany Intl
$310
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AlbanyChicago

ALB - MDW

ALBMDW

Albany Intl

Sat 1/17

11:25 am-6:40 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/20

7:50 am-3:00 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$256

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Sat 1/17

10:55 am-9:34 am

1 stop23h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

4:41 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops18h 44m

$258

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Wed 1/14

10:55 am-9:39 pm

1 stop11h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/18

7:29 am-9:20 am

2 stops24h 51m

$259

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Sat 1/17

2:40 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/24

11:05 am-2:31 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

$260

AlbanyChicago

ALB - MDW

ALBMDW

Albany Intl

Thu 1/1

5:10 am-6:30 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/5

7:20 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$260

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Thu 1/1

7:01 am-8:52 am

Nonstop2h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/5

2:47 pm-5:56 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$261

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Tue 12/2

6:00 am-7:42 am

Nonstop2h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/2

6:00 pm-9:14 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

$269

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Thu 1/1

7:01 am-8:52 am

Nonstop2h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/5

11:35 am-4:38 pm

1 stop4h 03m

$271

AlbanyChicago

ALB - ORD

ALBORD

Albany Intl

Sun 1/18

5:08 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

7:10 am-2:02 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$280

AlbanyChicago

ALB - MDW

ALBMDW

Albany Intl

Sun 1/18

5:30 am-8:52 am

1 stop4h 22m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/19

6:35 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop3h 51m

$280

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Albany, New York, with most prices found around $308. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in September, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Albany, New York to Chicago during January average around $329.

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 $478. 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 $616.

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 evening. Flights from Albany, New York to Chicago during this time can be as low as $434. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the morning when prices are around $533.

What is the cheapest Albany Intl to Chicago flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $369 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 $256 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Albany Intl to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Albany Intl 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?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Albany, New York to Chicago.

How have Albany, New York to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Albany, New York to Chicago flights are approximately 18% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Albany, New York to Chicago

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Albany, New York to Chicago according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Albany, New York to Chicago (ALB to CHI) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$189

Fastest flight time

2h 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Albany, New York in the past 72 hours is $189. The best round-trip flight deal from Albany, New York to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $322.
The fastest flight from Albany, New York to Chicago takes 2h 10m
Direct flights go from Albany, New York to Chicago every day.
There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)
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  • 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.

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  • 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?

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Best airlines flying from Albany, New York to Chicago

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Rating
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DeltaPriceFrom $134Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,002 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $229Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,251 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $237Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,028 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $249Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,047 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Albany, New York to Chicago

    Across 5 Southwest flights from Albany, New York to Chicago this week, the average price was $353, with the best Southwest deals starting from $229 round-trip. 4,251 users have rated Southwest on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.

  • 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 $237, round-trip. It should be noted that an average United Airlines flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $377 round-trip. United Airlines operates 25 flights out of Albany, New York into Chicago in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 9,028 United Airlines reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.4/10.

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