Flying from Vancouver to Albany International Airport (ALB): what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Vancouver to Albany International Airport (ALB). Explore your options for leaving Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Albany International Airport is located in Albany. The city operates in the UTC-4 timezone and is 3 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Your flight from Vancouver to ALB won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 33 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Albany International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Split up your flight from Vancouver to Albany International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base and ALB include:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 16 minutes.
You're going on vacation, so why not enjoy another night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base the day before your flight from Vancouver to ALB:
About Albany International Airport (ALB)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Albany International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near ALB:
Getting from Albany International Airport (ALB) to central Albany
Albany International Airport to central Albany is around 19 minutes in a car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 44 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Albany International Airport (ALB)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Albany International Airport is C$279. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$611. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up flight tickets from Vancouver to ALB, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search function and compare the prices of tickets from Vancouver to Albany International Airport across the entire month. The lowest fares are marked in green, making it easy to find a flight your budget will love.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when the fares drop. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for flight tickets from Vancouver to ALB.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Vancouver to Albany International Airport.
The best time to fly from Vancouver to Albany International Airport (ALB)
August is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver to Albany International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Albany in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Albany is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Vancouver to ALB in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Visit in January for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -13ºC and 4ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Vancouver to Albany International Airport.
More about Albany
After booking your flight from Vancouver to Albany International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Albany:
One of the best ways to experience Albany is to check out its top attractions. Highlights include New York State Capitol, The Egg and Empire State Plaza Convention Centre.
Complete your Albany trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Albany and see the city at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Vancouver to Albany International Airport.
