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Cheapest round-trip
$318
Typical prices: $413-$574
United Airlines
Sat 11/17Thu 11/22
COU - ALB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$297
Typical prices: $298-$455
Allegiant Air
Tue 10/23
COU - ALB • 3 stops
When to travel
June
Cheapest • 15% price drop
September
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Cheap Flights from Columbia to Albany (COU-ALB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbia to Albany

Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
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8:00 am - 3:01 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl
6h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:55 pm - 10:58 pmALB  Albany Intl-COU Columbia Regional
7h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$318United Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:15 am - 5:52 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl
10h 37m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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12:07 pm - 6:03 pmALB  Albany Intl-COU Columbia Regional
6h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$324American Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:15 am - 5:52 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl
10h 37m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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8:00 am - 6:03 pmALB  Albany Intl-COU Columbia Regional
11h 03m2 stops Philadelphia Chicago O'Hare Intl
$329American Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 13
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3:11 pm - 9:30 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl
5h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 10:39 amALB  Albany Intl-COU Columbia Regional
5h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$368United Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 13
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3:11 pm - 11:58 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl
7h 47m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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6:00 am - 10:39 amALB  Albany Intl-COU Columbia Regional
5h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$374United Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12
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6:00 am - 4:23 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl
9h 23m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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10:25 am - 8:46 pmALB  Albany Intl-COU Columbia Regional
11h 21m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
$383American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
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11:19 am - 5:42 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl
5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:40 am - 2:18 pmALB  Albany Intl-COU Columbia Regional
6h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$398United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
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11:19 am - 5:42 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl
5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:55 pm - 10:58 pmALB  Albany Intl-COU Columbia Regional
7h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$398United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
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6:15 am - 2:14 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl
6h 59m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:40 am - 2:18 pmALB  Albany Intl-COU Columbia Regional
6h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$404United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
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11:19 am - 5:42 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl
5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:40 am - 8:41 pmALB  Albany Intl-COU Columbia Regional
13h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$404United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbia to Albany flights

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

Round-trip flights from Columbia to Albany start at $318. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $413 to $574. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $318 on United Airlines.

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Key details for Columbia to Albany flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$297
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Columbia to Albany

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbia to Albany based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Columbia to Albany flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the Columbia to Albany route. 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, Albany City Hall and Downtown Albany Farmers Market. 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 $318 to $813. 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 $312, which is 27% 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.

Your guide to booking Columbia to Albany flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $428 - about $171 less than Wednesday (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbia to Albany trip for June. Fares historically average $388 round-trip in that month - typically $231 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Albany Intl Airport.
    - Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel By IHG
    - Hampton Inn Albany-Wolf Road (Airport)
    - Tru by Hilton Albany Airport

Everything you need to know for your flight from Columbia to Albany

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Columbia (COU)
Albany (ALB)