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Cheapest round-trip
$267
Typical prices: $377-$566
American Airlines
Sun 1/21Thu 1/25
CMH - ALB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$134
Typical prices: $198-$378
Southwest
Sun 11/25
CMH - ALB • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbus Airport and Albany. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 20% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Philadelphia (PHL)
Cheapest • Avg $387 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 3h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Albany (CMH-ALB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Albany

Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
American Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 11:34 amCMH  Columbus-ALB Albany Intl
4h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 2:31 pmALB  Albany Intl-CMH Columbus
7h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$267American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
7:40 am - 2:21 pmCMH  Columbus-ALB Albany Intl
6h 41m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
5:04 am - 11:44 amALB  Albany Intl-CMH Columbus
6h 40m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$267American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 10:33 amCMH  Columbus-ALB Albany Intl
4h 23m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
4:55 pm - 10:27 pmALB  Albany Intl-CMH Columbus
5h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$267United Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Tue, Dec 29
United Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 11:59 pmCMH  Columbus-ALB Albany Intl
3h 59m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:44 amALB  Albany Intl-CMH Columbus
5h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$267United Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Jan 9
Southwest Logo
1:25 pm - 8:50 pmCMH  Columbus-ALB Albany Intl
7h 25m1 stop Tampa
Southwest Logo
11:15 am - 8:35 pmALB  Albany Intl-CMH Columbus
9h 20m1 stop Tampa
$267Southwest
Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 18
Southwest Logo
12:55 pm - 7:40 pmCMH  Columbus-ALB Albany Intl
6h 45m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
5:55 am - 12:10 pmALB  Albany Intl-CMH Columbus
6h 15m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$267Southwest
Mon, Dec 21 - Tue, Dec 29
Delta Logo
6:15 pm - 11:59 pmCMH  Columbus-ALB Albany Intl
5h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 11:13 amALB  Albany Intl-CMH Columbus
5h 43m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$267Delta
Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 30
Delta Logo
5:54 pm - 11:29 pmCMH  Columbus-ALB Albany Intl
5h 35m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:45 am - 1:27 pmALB  Albany Intl-CMH Columbus
6h 42m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$267Delta
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
11:46 am - 7:05 pmCMH  Columbus-ALB Albany Intl
7h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:58 am - 2:27 pmALB  Albany Intl-CMH Columbus
7h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$267American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
Southwest Logo
11:50 am - 9:25 pmCMH  Columbus-ALB Albany Intl
9h 35m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
7:50 am - 2:40 pmALB  Albany Intl-CMH Columbus
6h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway
$272Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to Albany flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Albany typically range from $377 to $566. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $267, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Albany?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Albany. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 33% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Albany?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Albany at $352 round-trip.
•November ($686) and March ($566) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 94% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Columbus Airport to Albany flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$134
Beat the crowds with an average 42% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 42% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Columbus Airport to Albany

When to book flights from Columbus to Albany

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Albany flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Columbus Airport to Albany.

  • How long is a flight from Columbus Airport to Albany?

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to Albany takes 00m, covering 507 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus Airport 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Albany range from $377 to $566, with an average of $437 over the past 12 months. Anything below $377 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Columbus Airport 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 $267 to $2,138. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to Albany are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $237, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 $19 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

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

    Flights from Columbus Airport to Albany usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Albany Intl (ALB).

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

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

    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from Columbus Airport to Albany. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $378 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $582, a difference of $204.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 50m, compared with 3h 58m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 05m via Philadelphia (PHL).

  • 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.

Your guide to booking Columbus Airport to Albany flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $378, about $204 less than Monday fares (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Albany trip for September. Fares historically average $352 round-trip in that month - typically $334 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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
    • Marriott Albany
    • Hampton Inn Albany-Wolf Road (Airport)

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