How to find cheap flights to Albany International Airport (ALB)
Rs381,164 is currently the cheapest price for a return flight to Albany International Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to ALB, the lowest fare is Rs247,841.
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Around one month before takeoff is the perfect time to book tickets to Albany, where Albany International Airport is located. This is the general recommendation for getting the best deals.
Widen your search for cheap flights to Albany by choosing the 'Add nearby airports' option. This will let you browse prices for all the nearest airports at your departure and destination points and could help you save money.
If there's no rush to get to Albany, think about taking a little detour. You might find cheaper plane tickets to Albany International Airport if you book a flight with a stop or two.
Best time to go to Albany
The cheapest month to board a flight to Albany is usually June.
If you can be flexible with your dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to ALB.
Travel to Albany in July if you prefer to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to ALB, but also when fares are usually more expensive.
Travel in December if you prefer to travel with fewer crowds. This is the quietest time of the year and also when plane tickets to Albany are typically more affordable.
The weather can make or break your trip, so consider the kind of conditions you prefer to get away in. Albany is warmest in July, with averages of between 14ºC and 29ºC.
Ranging from -13ºC to 4ºC, January brings the lowest temperatures.
Want to visit when you're less likely to need an umbrella? September is the driest month in Albany, averaging six days of rain.
The wettest time of year is January. Plan your trip then and you'll likely get around nine days of rainfall.
Flying to Albany International Airport (ALB): What you need to know
Offering direct flights to Albany International Airport, these popular airlines make reaching Albany easy:
Avelo Airlines offers the most punctual service. Up to 100% of its flights into this airport arrive according to schedule, making it a wise choice when reserving your ALB plane ticket.
You'll step off the plane in the UTC-5 timezone at ALB.
Whether you're coming in late or just want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some comfortable hotels near Albany International Airport. Kick back at one of these after your flight to ALB:
Albany International Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This rating is a measure of how reliably flights from ALB complete their journey without delays.
Albany International Airport is located in Albany, New York, the United States.
Getting to central Albany from Albany International Airport (ALB)
The distance from ALB to central Albany is about 11 kilometres.
If you're taking a taxi or ride-sharing after your flight to ALB, it'll take around 20 minutes to reach the centre.
Expect the journey to take roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
If you're eager to stay close to the action in Albany, book a room at one of these top options:
Albany highlights
Put these popular attractions high on your must-see list after stepping off your flight to Albany:
Erie Canal System: Around 0.48 kilometres southeast of the city centre, this landmark is the perfect spot to start your sightseeing in the city.
The Cathedral of All Saints: Looking for more reasons to visit Albany? This landmark attracts travellers from all over and is about 0.32 kilometres northwest of the city centre.
How to get to Schenectady from Albany International Airport (ALB)
ALB serves as a gateway to the nearby city of Schenectady, which is about 13 kilometres away. The easiest way to reach the centre will depend on when you're travelling, so check before you go.
Travelling from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Pittsfield
Pittsfield is around 56 kilometres from Albany International Airport. If that's where you'll be staying, the ride by public transport takes about 3 hours 5 minutes.
Getting there by car takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Explore more of the United States
There are plenty more places to explore in the United States, starting with New York. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art are must-sees in this city, which is around 225 kilometres south of Albany. New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the most convenient airport for New York.
Another city in the United States that has plenty of appeal is Boston. From Albany, it's around 225 kilometres east and features highlights like Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Freedom Trail. Spend a little time at Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum too. Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) is the main arrival point for this city.
Let your travels lead you to Newark. Roughly 225 kilometres south of Albany, New Jersey Performing Arts Centre, Newark Symphony Hall and The Jewish Museum of New Jersey make the trip worthwhile.