Travelling from New York to Albany International Airport (ALB): What you need to know
Begin your trip planning by looking up the most convenient departure point for your flight from New York to Albany International Airport (ALB). Explore your options for leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), two of the city's main airports.
New York and Albany (where Albany International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you land.
To ensure you get on your flight from New York to ALB, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from New York to Albany International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.1% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
From EWR, direct flights from New York to ALB are available with United Airlines.
United Airlines is the top choice for travellers flying from EWR to ALB.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying between Newark Liberty International Airport and Albany International Airport, with 70.83% of its services arriving as planned.
You can reach EWR from central New York in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to ALB flight:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.3%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights departing from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Start your trip at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and go straight to your destination without any layovers. You can book direct flights from New York to Albany International Airport out of here.
Prepare for takeoff with Delta Air Lines. It offers direct New York to ALB flight tickets from LGA.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between LGA and ALB is Delta Air Lines.
Delta Air Lines leads the way in punctuality. A reliable 80.41% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
The journey to LGA from the centre of New York is around 1 hour on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 25 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early New York to Albany International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near LaGuardia Airport and get to the check-in counter with time to spare:
LGA has an on-time performance rating of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights arrive at their destination on schedule and your trip goes off without a hitch.
The street address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About Albany International Airport (ALB)
Reserve a hotel near ALB if you're catching a late flight from New York to Albany International Airport. Pick one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Follow your own route with an Albany International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and find adventure across Albany and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your New York to Albany International Airport flight.
You'll find ALB at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
Getting from Albany International Airport (ALB) to central Albany
Albany International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Albany. How long it takes to get there in a cab or car rental depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Albany International Airport (ALB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Albany International Airport is C$229. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$353. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To snag cheap flights from New York to ALB, book your flight ticket two months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for finding cheap New York to Albany International Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from New York to Albany International Airport (ALB)
August is the most popular month for flights from New York to Albany International Airport (ALB). Visit Albany in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
When booking your New York to ALB flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Albany, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Albany International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -13ºC (9ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
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 New York to Albany International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Erie Canal System and Hudson Valley are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Albany itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Albany Institute of History & Art.
Explore more of the United States
Albany has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres south of Albany, a trip to New York will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in the United States, consider Boston, roughly 225 kilometres east of Albany. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Quincy Market are the start of reasons to visit.