Flying from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Atlanta: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 16 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Albany International Airport to Atlanta.
Albany (the location of Albany International Airport) and Atlanta share the same timezone — UTC-4.
With 29 weekly flights between the two airports, Albany International Airport (ALB) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the most popular route. Delta operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you're eager to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest departure from ALB to ATL is with Delta at 19:12.
Leave enough time to make your flight from ALB to Atlanta. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like August or vacation times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.
Nonstop flights from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Atlanta are available for booking. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) will be where your journey ends.
Delta is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Albany International Airport to Atlanta.
Once you've booked your flight tickets from Albany International Airport to Atlanta, get your documents in order. A passport or visa isn't needed since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have another valid proof of identity, such as an ID card or driver's licence, you're all set.
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Albany, ALB can be reached in approximately 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 44 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near ALB? If you've booked an early flight from Albany International Airport to Atlanta, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Atlanta
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Albany International Airport to Atlanta is C$110. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$234. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from ALB to Atlanta by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Albany International Airport to Atlanta is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is around 18 kilometres from central Atlanta. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 17 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour and 9 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Book a hotel near ATL if you have a late flight from Albany International Airport to Atlanta. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Best time to go to Atlanta
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Albany International Airport to Atlanta. July is the busiest month to travel to Atlanta. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Book your flight from Albany International Airport to Atlanta for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap flights from ALB to Atlanta sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Atlanta
Start your Atlanta trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Albany International Airport to Atlanta, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Piedmont Park are must-do's during your Atlanta adventure.
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