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Cheapest round-trip
$311
Typical prices: $388-$638
Southwest
Sun 11/18Wed 11/21
MCI - ALB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$156
Typical prices: $219-$346
Southwest
Sun 12/2
MCI - ALB • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Kansas City and Albany. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $394 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Albany (MCI-ALB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Albany

Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21
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3:50 pm - 9:25 pmMCI  Kansas City-ALB Albany Intl
4h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
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5:40 pm - 12:20 amALB  Albany Intl-MCI Kansas City
7h 40m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$311Southwest
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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6:45 am - 1:25 pmMCI  Kansas City-ALB Albany Intl
5h 40m1 stop New York LaGuardia
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5:50 am - 9:51 amALB  Albany Intl-MCI Kansas City
5h 01m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$311Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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5:55 pm - 11:28 pmMCI  Kansas City-ALB Albany Intl
4h 33m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:00 am - 11:05 amALB  Albany Intl-MCI Kansas City
6h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$311Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
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4:55 pm - 11:53 pmMCI  Kansas City-ALB Albany Intl
5h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 11:05 amALB  Albany Intl-MCI Kansas City
6h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$311Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
United Airlines Logo
1:34 pm - 11:43 pmMCI  Kansas City-ALB Albany Intl
9h 09m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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6:00 am - 10:27 amALB  Albany Intl-MCI Kansas City
5h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$316United Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21
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12:20 pm - 9:25 pmMCI  Kansas City-ALB Albany Intl
8h 05m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway
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5:40 pm - 12:20 amALB  Albany Intl-MCI Kansas City
7h 40m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$316Southwest
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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8:00 am - 5:00 pmMCI  Kansas City-ALB Albany Intl
8h 00m2 stops Dallas Love Field Baltimore/Washington
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6:05 pm - 10:20 pmALB  Albany Intl-MCI Kansas City
5h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
$316Southwest
Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 27
United Airlines Logo
1:09 pm - 9:33 pmMCI  Kansas City-ALB Albany Intl
7h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 12:23 pmALB  Albany Intl-MCI Kansas City
7h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$331United Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Dec 27
American Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 11:40 amMCI  Kansas City-ALB Albany Intl
5h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:05 pm - 12:39 amALB  Albany Intl-MCI Kansas City
5h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$555American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
11:43 am - 6:45 pmMCI  Kansas City-ALB Albany Intl
6h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:11 am - 11:51 amALB  Albany Intl-MCI Kansas City
5h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$557American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Albany?

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Albany typically range from $388 to $638. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $311, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Albany?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Albany. It’s 22% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Albany?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Albany at $371 round-trip.
•October ($676) and June ($670) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 82% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Kansas City to Albany flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$156
Beat the crowds with an average 54% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 57% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Kansas City to Albany

When to book flights from Kansas City to Albany

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Albany?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kansas City to Albany.

  • How long is a flight from Kansas City to Albany?

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Albany takes 00m, covering 1,112 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Albany flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Albany range from $388 to $638, with an average of $476 over the past 12 months. Anything below $388 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Kansas City 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 $311 to $2,129. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Albany are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $181, which is 35% 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 averaging $80 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

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

    Flights from Kansas City to Albany usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Albany Intl (ALB).

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

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

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 12% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Kansas City to Albany. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $372 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $541, a difference of $169.

    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 Kansas City to Albany?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 45m, compared with 5h 01m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 5h 07m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

  • What is the time difference between Kansas City and Albany?

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

  • 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 Kansas City 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $372, about $169 less than Friday fares (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Albany trip for January. Fares historically average $371 round-trip in that month - typically $305 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
    • Albany Airport Inn
    • Marriott Albany

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