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Cheapest round-trip
$324
Typical prices: $292-$586
Southwest
Fri 11/2Mon 11/5
BUF - ALB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$140
Typical prices: $173-$219
Delta
Wed 11/7
BUF - ALB • 1 stop
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Philadelphia (PHL)
Cheapest • Avg $328 (round-trip)
New York LaGuardia (LGA)
Shortest trip • 3h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Buffalo to Albany (BUF-ALB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Buffalo to Albany

Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 5
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4:00 pm - 9:50 pmBUF  Buffalo-ALB Albany Intl
5h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway
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1:20 pm - 11:45 pmALB  Albany Intl-BUF Buffalo
10h 25m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$324Southwest
Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 5
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4:00 pm - 11:40 pmBUF  Buffalo-ALB Albany Intl
7h 40m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
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1:20 pm - 11:45 pmALB  Albany Intl-BUF Buffalo
10h 25m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$330Southwest
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
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7:35 pm - 11:23 pmBUF  Buffalo-ALB Albany Intl
3h 48m1 stop Philadelphia
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6:00 am - 10:11 amALB  Albany Intl-BUF Buffalo
4h 11m1 stop Philadelphia
$338American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 3
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5:45 pm - 11:50 pmBUF  Buffalo-ALB Albany Intl
6h 05m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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3:55 pm - 9:40 pmALB  Albany Intl-BUF Buffalo
5h 45m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$339Southwest
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
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7:00 am - 3:04 pmBUF  Buffalo-ALB Albany Intl
8h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:40 am - 5:02 pmALB  Albany Intl-BUF Buffalo
8h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$349United Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
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6:00 am - 3:45 pmBUF  Buffalo-ALB Albany Intl
9h 45m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
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7:55 am - 3:25 pmALB  Albany Intl-BUF Buffalo
7h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
$353Southwest
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
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12:35 pm - 9:50 pmBUF  Buffalo-ALB Albany Intl
9h 15m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
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11:45 am - 9:10 pmALB  Albany Intl-BUF Buffalo
9h 25m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
$358Southwest
Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 5
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4:00 pm - 11:40 pmBUF  Buffalo-ALB Albany Intl
7h 40m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
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11:45 am - 9:10 pmALB  Albany Intl-BUF Buffalo
9h 25m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
$359Southwest
Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 3
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12:35 pm - 9:45 pmBUF  Buffalo-ALB Albany Intl
9h 10m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
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3:55 pm - 9:40 pmALB  Albany Intl-BUF Buffalo
5h 45m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$373Southwest
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
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2:00 pm - 10:20 pmBUF  Buffalo-ALB Albany Intl
8h 20m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
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5:55 am - 3:20 pmALB  Albany Intl-BUF Buffalo
9h 25m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$379Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Buffalo to Albany flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Buffalo to Albany?

Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Albany start at $324. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $292 to $586. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $324 on Southwest.

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$140
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When to book flights from Buffalo to Albany

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Your Buffalo to Albany flight questions, answered

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  • Which airports can I use when flying from Buffalo to Albany?

    Flights from Buffalo to Albany usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at Albany Intl (ALB).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Buffalo to Albany?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Buffalo to Albany.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Buffalo to Albany pass through?

    One-stop flights from Buffalo to Albany most commonly connect through:

    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Baltimore/Washington (BWI) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Buffalo to Albany?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 59% on the Buffalo to Albany route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $246 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $586, a difference of $340. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Albany?

    Some of the most popular sights in Albany are Palace Theatre, Albany City Hall and Downtown Albany Farmers Market. These are among the most viewed places in Albany on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Buffalo to Albany?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Buffalo to Albany. Flights with 1 layover take between 3h 24m and 5h 49m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Buffalo to Albany?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Buffalo to Albany changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $324 to $778. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Buffalo to Albany looking right now?

    One-way fares from Buffalo to Albany are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $179.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Buffalo to Albany?

    Flying via New York LaGuardia (LGA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 24m, compared with 3h 53m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 4h 42m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What car rental options are available at Albany Intl Airport (ALB)?

    Albany Intl Airport (ALB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $20 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Buffalo to Albany flight?

    Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Albany range from $292 to $586, with an average of $328 over the past 12 months. Anything below $292 counts as a good deal.

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