What airlines fly to Albany, New York?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Albany, New York from Illinois according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Albany, New York. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Albany, New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Albany, New York?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Illinois, such as Chicago or Moline, and flying into Albany, New York, then you can expect flight times to average 1h 53m and 4h 04m, respectively.

How many flights depart from Illinois to Albany, New York on average per day?

As of February 2026, 10 flights take off from Illinois and land in Albany, New York each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 11:00AM, with 53% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from Illinois to Albany, New York on average per week?

As of February 2026, 73 flights take off from Illinois and land in Albany, New York each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sat, with 23% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Illinois to Albany Intl?

American Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Illinois to Albany Intl

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Albany Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Illinois to Albany Intl Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Albany Intl Airport?

As of February 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Albany Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Albany Intl Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Albany Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Albany Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Albany Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Albany Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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1:12 pm - 11:33 am

ORD

ALB

21h 21m

1 stop

12:01 pm - 6:43 pm

ALB

ORD

7h 42m

1 stop

$217Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Thu, Apr 23

6:57 am - 6:29 pm

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ALB

10h 32m

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12:01 pm - 6:43 pm

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ORD

7h 42m

1 stop

$232Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Thu, Apr 23

6:25 pm - 9:43 pm

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ALB

2h 18mnonstop

6:10 am - 7:47 am

ALB

ORD

2h 37mnonstop

$256United Airlines

Sat, May 23 - Mon, May 25

11:43 am - 2:53 pm

ORD

ALB

2h 10mnonstop

4:54 pm - 6:35 pm

ALB

ORD

2h 41mnonstop

$269United Airlines

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

4:20 pm - 10:36 pm

PIA

ALB

5h 16m

1 stop

7:27 pm - 11:58 pm

ALB

PIA

5h 31m

1 stop

$269American Airlines

Wed, May 27 - Sat, May 30

8:55 pm - 12:13 am

ORD

ALB

2h 18mnonstop

10:50 am - 12:25 pm

ALB

ORD

2h 35mnonstop

$270American Airlines

Sat, May 23 - Mon, May 25

5:16 pm - 11:58 pm

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ALB

5h 42m

1 stop

6:35 am - 4:36 pm

ALB

MLI

11h 01m

2 stops

$274Delta

Wed, May 27 - Sat, May 30

6:00 am - 12:12 pm

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ALB

5h 12m

1 stop

6:10 am - 11:09 am

ALB

STL

5h 59m

1 stop

$277Delta

Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 18

3:35 pm - 11:10 pm

MDW

ALB

6h 35m

1 stop

6:15 pm - 7:35 pm

ALB

MDW

2h 20mnonstop

$279Southwest

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

6:30 am - 11:45 am

MDW

ALB

4h 15m

1 stop

4:45 pm - 10:50 pm

ALB

MDW

7h 05m

2 stops

$294Southwest

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

American Airlines flights from Illinois to Albany, New York

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American Airlines

May 27

PIA4:20 pmGreater Peoria

5h 16m

1 stop

ALB10:36 pmAlbany Intl

May 30

ALB7:27 pmAlbany Intl

5h 31m

1 stop

PIA11:58 pmGreater Peoria

$269

American Airlines

May 23

ORD8:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 18m

ALB12:13 amAlbany Intl

May 25

ALB10:50 amAlbany Intl

2h 35m

ORD12:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$270

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Feb 26

PIA5:00 amGreater Peoria

5h 52m

1 stop

ALB11:52 amAlbany Intl

Mar 2

ALB5:28 pmAlbany Intl

7h 28m

1 stop

PIA11:56 pmGreater Peoria

$279

Southwest flights from Illinois to Albany, New York

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Mar 10

MDW3:35 pmChicago Midway

6h 35m

1 stop

ALB11:10 pmAlbany Intl

Mar 17

ALB6:15 pmAlbany Intl

2h 20m

MDW7:35 pmChicago Midway

$279

Southwest

Mar 10

MDW6:30 amChicago Midway

4h 15m

1 stop

ALB11:45 amAlbany Intl

Mar 17

ALB4:45 pmAlbany Intl

7h 05m

2 stops

MDW10:50 pmChicago Midway

$294

Southwest

Mar 10

MDW12:45 pmChicago Midway

1h 50m

ALB3:35 pmAlbany Intl

Mar 17

ALB6:15 pmAlbany Intl

2h 20m

MDW7:35 pmChicago Midway

$304

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12:01 pm-6:43 pm

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6:57 am-6:29 pm

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12:01 pm-6:43 pm

1 stop7h 42m

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6:25 pm-9:43 pm

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6:10 am-7:47 am

Nonstop2h 37m

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11:43 am-2:53 pm

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4:54 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

$269

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Wed 5/27

4:20 pm-10:36 pm

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7:27 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$269

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ORD - ALB

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Sat 5/23

8:55 pm-12:13 am

Nonstop2h 18m

Albany Intl

Mon 5/25

10:50 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$270

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MLI - ALB

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Moline Quad-City

Wed 5/27

5:16 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Albany Intl

Sat 5/30

6:35 am-4:36 pm

2 stops11h 01m

$274

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Wed 3/11

6:00 am-12:12 pm

1 stop5h 12m

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Wed 3/18

6:10 am-11:09 am

1 stop5h 59m

$277

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MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/10

3:35 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Albany Intl

Tue 3/17

6:15 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$279

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MDW - ALB

MDWALB

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/10

6:30 am-11:45 am

1 stop4h 15m

Albany Intl

Tue 3/17

4:45 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$294

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Albany, New York?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Albany, New York from Illinois, with most prices found around $285. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Albany, New York from Illinois during January instead. Flights to Albany, New York in January, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $306.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Albany, New York?

The cheapest day to depart from Illinois to Albany, New York is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $337. The most expensive day to fly to Albany, New York is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $369.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Albany, New York?

Our data shows that the cheapest Illinois to Albany, New York flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Albany, New York in the morning for as low as $348. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $379.

What is the cheapest Illinois to Albany Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Albany, New York?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Albany, New York from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Albany, New York for around $344 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Albany, New York from Illinois for as low as $292 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Illinois to Albany Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$196
Fastest flight time	1h 50m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Albany, New York	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Albany, New York from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $196. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Albany, New York found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $325.

The fastest flight from Illinois to Albany, New York takes 1h 50m

Direct flights go from Illinois to Albany, New York every day.

There is 1 airport in Albany, New York. From Illinois there are direct flights to Albany Intl (ALB).

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As of February 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Albany Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Albany Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Albany Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Albany Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Albany Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Albany Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Illinois to Albany, New York?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Illinois to Albany, New York is Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets), representing 17.84% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Embraer 175 at 15.15%, Embraer 170 at 13.28%, and Boeing 737-700 at 11.00%.

Best airlines flying from Illinois to Albany, New York

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $205	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,289 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $221	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,288 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
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