Traveling from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Albany International Airport (ALB): what you need to know
If you're flying during a popular month like July, head to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
To break up your flight from John Wayne Airport to Albany International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that interests you. Popular stopovers on the SNA - ALB route are:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Albany International Airport (ALB)
C$236 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from John Wayne Airport to Albany International Airport. A return flight starts at C$504. These prices can change based on availability.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap flight tickets from SNA to ALB. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your ticket from John Wayne Airport to Albany International Airport.
Finding a cheap ticket from SNA to ALB is straightforward with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.
Use filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from John Wayne Airport to Albany International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about John Wayne Airport (SNA)
John Wayne Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Santa Ana. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Got an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Albany International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SNA:
Arriving at Albany International Airport (ALB)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from John Wayne Airport to Albany International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ALB instead:
Getting from Albany International Airport (ALB) to central Albany
Albany International Airport to the center of Albany is about 19 minutes in a car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 44 minutes.
When to fly to Albany International Airport (ALB)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from John Wayne Airport to Albany International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Albany. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from John Wayne Airport to Albany International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Albany, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SNA to ALB in January. Temperatures average between -13ºC and 4ºC then.
More about Albany
Once you've booked your flights from SNA to ALB, you'll need to find a hotel in Albany. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
New York State Capitol and The Egg are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Albany itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Empire State Plaza Convention Center.
Complete your Albany trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Albany International Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Albany escape.
