Which airports can I use when flying from Columbia to Albany?

Flights from Columbia to Albany usually depart from Columbia Regional (COU) and arrive at Albany Intl (ALB).

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

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

Which airports do connecting flights from Columbia to Albany pass through?

Most connecting flights from Columbia to Albany pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Columbia to Albany. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $428 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $599, a difference of $171. 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, Downtown Albany Farmers Market and Times Union Center. These are among the most viewed places in Albany on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from Columbia 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 Columbia 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 $338 to $1,064. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Columbia to Albany looking right now?

One-way fares from Columbia to Albany are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $402, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Columbia and Albany?

Albany is 1 hour ahead of Columbia (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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 Columbia to Albany flight?

Round-trip flights from Columbia to Albany range from $413 to $574, with an average of $458 over the past 12 months. Anything below $413 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Columbia to Albany typically range from $413 to $574. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $338, on American Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Columbia to Albany?

American Airlines ($338) and United Airlines ($438) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Columbia to Albany according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Columbia to Albany?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $500. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Columbia to Albany which airport offers the shortest layover?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Columbia to Albany layovers at 3h 36m over the past 3 months.

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$338

Typical prices: $413-$574

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COU - ALB • 1 stop

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Typical prices: $298-$455

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COU - ALB • 1 stop

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbia to Albany

Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 14

10:24 am - 6:45 pmCOU Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl

7h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:42 am - 5:52 pmALB Albany Intl-COU Columbia Regional

7h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$338American Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 14

10:24 am - 6:45 pmCOU Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl

7h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:00 am - 5:52 pmALB Albany Intl-COU Columbia Regional

10h 52m2 stops Philadelphia Chicago O'Hare Intl

$344American Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Fri, Nov 13

3:00 pm - 9:33 pmCOU Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl

5h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl