$99 Cheap Flights from Albany (ALB) to Chicago (ORD)

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Cheap Flights from Albany to Chicago (ALB-ORD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $99 for one-way flights and $197 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Mon, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 5
ALB
Albany
ORD
Chicago
$197 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from Albany to Chicago, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $197 found 7 hours ago
American Airlines
Mon, Aug 25 - Thu, Aug 28
ALB
Albany
ORD
Chicago
$199 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Albany to Chicago, returning Thu, Aug 28, priced at $199 found 8 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 10
ALB
Albany
ORD
Chicago
$207 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Albany to Chicago, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $207 found 20 hours ago
United
Thu, Nov 27 - Tue, Dec 2
ALB
Albany
ORD
Chicago
$207 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Nov 27 from Albany to Chicago, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $207 found 3 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 25
ALB
Albany
ORD
Chicago
$208 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Albany to Chicago, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $208 found 7 hours ago
United
Thu, Nov 27 - Tue, Dec 2
ALB
Albany
ORD
Chicago
$209 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$209
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Nov 27 from Albany to Chicago, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $209 found 3 hours ago
United
Mon, Sep 22 - Thu, Sep 25
ALB
Albany
ORD
Chicago
$211 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$211
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from Albany to Chicago, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $211 found 21 hours ago
United
Mon, Aug 18 - Mon, Aug 25
ALB
Albany
ORD
Chicago
$211 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$211
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Aug 18 from Albany to Chicago, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $211 found 6 hours ago
United
Mon, Aug 25 - Thu, Aug 28
ALB
Albany
ORD
Chicago
$213 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$213
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Albany to Chicago, returning Thu, Aug 28, priced at $213 found 8 hours ago
Delta
Thu, Nov 27 - Tue, Dec 2
ALB
Albany
ORD
Chicago
$217 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Nov 27 from Albany to Chicago, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $217 found 3 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Albany (ALB) to Chicago (ORD)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $121 - $444 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Albany (ALB) to Chicago (ORD)
Origin airport
Albany Intl.
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$197
Distance
720 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 33 mins

Albany to Chicago Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Albany to Chicago

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Albany to Chicago are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Albany to Chicago with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Albany to Chicago

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Albany to Chicago: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Albany to Chicago

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Albany to Chicago in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $99 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Albany to Chicago flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Albany to Chicago airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) cost?
Snag cheap return fares starting from $197 from Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving ALB on July 26 2025 and touching down at ORD. The price was last updated on June 30 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ALB to ORD?
To snag a cheap fare, check for nonstop flights from ALB to ORD leaving in September. You can find a one-way American Airlines flight for $99 leaving on September 24 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on June 30 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
You can travel nonstop from Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) on a United Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ALB to ORD?
Currently, the cheapest airline offering one-way flights from ALB to ORD is American Airlines. You can take off on this route from $99. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ALB on September 24 2025. Prices were last updated on June 30 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
With, on average, 4 direct flights departing from Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) every day, you'll be taking off on vacation soon enough.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The 6 AM departures from ALB to ORD are the most sought after. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you want to save on your trip, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from ALB to ORD?
If you fly on a Friday, you'll get the greatest range of options for flights from Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).
What is the earliest flight from Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 6:15AM UTC-5, heading out of Albany Intl. Airport (ALB). You'll be traveling for around 2h 40m, coming in to land at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) at approximately 7:55AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The average flight duration from ALB to ORD is 2 hours and 45 minutes, covering a total distance of 720 mi.
What airline has the least delays from ALB to ORD?
With 82% of flights typically arriving on time, United Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). To monitor your flight status and receive notifications if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Book a flight from Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations and delays. Departures after this time are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Chicago from Albany Intl. Airport (ALB)?
You can land at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) or Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) when you travel to Chicago on a direct flight from Albany Intl. Airport (ALB).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) last-minute?
Booking your flight from ALB to ORD shortly before your getaway is usually more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your schedule, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ALB to ORD flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking an ALB to ORD flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What's more, having it all in one place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and select from our extensive range of stays, then personalize your trip with extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Usually, it's possible to reschedule or cancel your ALB to ORD flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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