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 $767. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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.

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

United Airlines ($318) and American Airlines ($374) 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 216 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbia to Albany

Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 5

11:15 am - 5:42 pmCOU Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl

5h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:20 am - 10:39 amALB Albany Intl-COU Columbia Regional

5h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$318United Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 5

6:15 am - 2:14 pmCOU Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl

6h 59m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6:20 am - 10:39 amALB Albany Intl-COU Columbia Regional

5h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$355United Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15

3:11 pm - 9:30 pmCOU Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl

5h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

4:53 pm - 10:55 pmALB Albany Intl-COU Columbia Regional

7h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$368United Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15

10:38 am - 6:05 pmCOU Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl

6h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:50 am - 8:46 pmALB Albany Intl-COU Columbia Regional

10h 56m2 stops Philadelphia Chicago O'Hare Intl

$374American Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15

3:31 pm - 11:49 pmCOU Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl

7h 18m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

10:50 am - 8:46 pmALB Albany Intl-COU Columbia Regional

10h 56m2 stops Philadelphia Chicago O'Hare Intl

$379American Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28

11:19 am - 5:42 pmCOU Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl

5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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

11:19 am - 5:42 pmCOU Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl

5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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

6:15 am - 2:14 pmCOU Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl

6h 59m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4:55 pm - 10:58 pmALB Albany Intl-COU Columbia Regional

7h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$404United Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28

11:19 am - 5:42 pmCOU Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl

5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:40 am - 8:41 pmALB Albany Intl-COU Columbia Regional

13h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl

$404United Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 5

10:38 am - 9:33 pmCOU Columbia Regional-ALB Albany Intl

9h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas

10:50 am - 8:55 pmALB Albany Intl-COU Columbia Regional

11h 05m2 stops Philadelphia Chicago O'Hare Intl

$614American Airlines

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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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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 $767. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
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.

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

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