$104 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Albany (ALB)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Albany (ORD-ALB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $104 for one-way flights and $219 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Fri, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 1
ORD
Chicago
ALB
Albany
$219 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$219
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Chicago to Albany, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $219 found 14 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 10
ORD
Chicago
ALB
Albany
$221 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$221
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 6 from Chicago to Albany, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $221 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Mon, Dec 22 - Thu, Dec 25
ORD
Chicago
ALB
Albany
$224 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$224
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 22 from Chicago to Albany, returning Thu, Dec 25, priced at $224 found 5 days ago
Delta
Tue, Feb 17 - Fri, Feb 20
ORD
Chicago
ALB
Albany
$227 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$227
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Feb 17 from Chicago to Albany, returning Fri, Feb 20, priced at $227 found 12 hours ago
American Airlines
Fri, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 1
ORD
Chicago
ALB
Albany
$229 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$229
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Chicago to Albany, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $229 found 14 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 10
ORD
Chicago
ALB
Albany
$231 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$231
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 6 from Chicago to Albany, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $231 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 18
ORD
Chicago
ALB
Albany
$231 Roundtrip, just found
$231
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Chicago to Albany, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $231 just found
American Airlines
Sat, Dec 13 - Mon, Dec 15
ORD
Chicago
ALB
Albany
$234 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$234
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 13 from Chicago to Albany, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $234 found 5 days ago
United
Sat, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 18
ORD
Chicago
ALB
Albany
$235 Roundtrip, just found
$235
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Chicago to Albany, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $235 just found
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 29 - Fri, Oct 31
ORD
Chicago
ALB
Albany
$245 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$245
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Chicago to Albany, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $245 found 1 day ago

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

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $139 - $356 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Albany

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Albany Intl. ALB. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 15 minutes. Flights from $333
ALB
Albany Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center15 min
Flights from $333
Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Albany (ALB)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Albany Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$207
Distance
720 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 11 mins

Chicago to Albany Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Chicago to Albany

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 Chicago to Albany are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Chicago to Albany with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Albany

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Chicago to Albany: 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 Chicago to Albany

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 Chicago to Albany in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $104 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 Chicago to Albany 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 Chicago to Albany 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 O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $104 or cheap return flight from $219 from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Albany Intl. Airport (ALB)?
October is the cheapest month to fly from ORD to ALB. Traveling during an off-peak travel window is often the key to scoring lower fares.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Albany Intl. Airport (ALB)?
You can fly directly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) on a United Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Albany Intl. Airport (ALB)?
While prices can vary depending on your travel dates, United Airlines and American Airlines are popular options for flights between O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) and Albany Intl. Airport (ALB). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the best deal for your ORD to ALB flight.
How many flights per day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Albany Intl. Airport (ALB)?
With an average of 4 direct flights departing from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) every day, you'll be off on your next adventure in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Albany Intl. Airport (ALB)?
More passengers fly between ORD and ALB at 9 AM than at any other time of day. Rather go when it's quieter? Travel outside of rush hours and it's possible you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from ORD to ALB?
If you travel on a Sunday, you'll get the greatest range of choices for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Albany Intl. Airport (ALB).
What is the earliest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Albany Intl. Airport (ALB)?
O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)'s first flight to Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) departs at approximately 9:47AM UTC-6. With a travel time of 2h 6m, you'll touch down at around 12:53PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Albany Intl. Airport (ALB)?
The average flight time from ORD to ALB is 2 hours and 6 minutes, covering a total distance of 720 mi.
What airline has the least delays from ORD to ALB?
Consider booking with United Airlines if you'd like to go straight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) without any delays. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 83%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Albany Intl. Airport (ALB)?
To arrive at Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) on time, book a flight that leaves from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 Albany from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
If you're taking a direct flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Albany, Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your departure to book your flight from ORD to ALB generally means paying more. Although you may find some last-minute deals, they aren't always guaranteed. Keep your travel schedule open for a better chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book an ORD to ALB flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking an ORD to ALB flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one place. After selecting your ideal flights and accommodations, consider adding extras such as tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Albany Intl. Airport (ALB)?
Typically, you're able to cancel or reschedule your ORD to ALB flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and rules on flight changes, or if you'd like more details, head to our Customer Service portal.

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