Flying from Chicago to Albany International Airport (ALB): what you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Albany International Airport (ALB) taking off from either of these.
Around 2 hours 7 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Chicago to Albany International Airport.
Albany is 1 hour ahead of Chicago. Albany International Airport is located in Albany, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
The most popular route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Albany International Airport (ALB), with 57 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ORD to ALB is the 07:10 United service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 21:55 with Southwest Airlines.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Chicago to ALB. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a peak month like August, get to the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during vacation periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can find a direct flight from Chicago to Albany International Airport (ALB) out of O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
If you want to leave from ORD, you can catch a direct flight from Chicago to Albany International Airport with American Airlines.
ORD is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Albany International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Prefer to leave from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)? You can book a direct flight from Chicago to Albany International Airport (ALB) departing from this busy hub.
From MDW, direct flights from Chicago to ALB can be booked with United.
You can arrive at MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 46 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Start your vacation sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Chicago to ALB, kick back in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
About Albany International Airport (ALB)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Albany International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near ALB:
Getting from Albany International Airport (ALB) to central Albany
From Albany International Airport, Albany is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 19 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 44 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Albany International Airport (ALB)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Albany International Airport is C$146. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$354. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's best to book 11 months before takeoff. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find flight tickets from Chicago to ALB within that timeframe.
Plan your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Chicago to Albany International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Albany International Airport (ALB)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Albany. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Albany International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Lock in your flight from Chicago to ALB for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Albany to range from 14ºC to 29ºC.
Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between -13ºC and 4ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Chicago to Albany International Airport.
More about Albany
Start your Albany trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Albany International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
One of the best ways to get to know Albany is to check out its top attractions. Some highlights include New York State Capitol, The Egg and Empire State Plaza Convention Centre.
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