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Cheapest round-trip
$292
Typical prices: $342-$494
United Airlines
Sun 10/14Sat 10/20
STL - ALB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$149
Typical prices: $209-$399
Southwest
Mon 10/15
STL - ALB • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between St. Louis and Albany. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 30% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA)
Cheapest • Avg $342 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 4h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from St. Louis to Albany (STL-ALB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from St. Louis to Albany

Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
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8:00 am - 3:04 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ALB Albany Intl
6h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:55 am - 3:43 pmALB  Albany Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
6h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$292United Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
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6:40 am - 12:14 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ALB Albany Intl
4h 34m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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5:00 pm - 8:35 pmALB  Albany Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
4h 35m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$297Delta
Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 8
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5:13 pm - 11:58 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ALB Albany Intl
5h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:30 pm - 11:34 pmALB  Albany Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
6h 04m1 stop Philadelphia
$297American Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 12
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:30 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ALB Albany Intl
5h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:27 pm - 9:44 pmALB  Albany Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 17m1 stop Philadelphia
$297American Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
Southwest Logo
5:45 am - 10:45 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ALB Albany Intl
4h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
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12:55 pm - 8:20 pmALB  Albany Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
8h 25m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
$302Southwest
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
Southwest Logo
11:25 am - 7:10 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ALB Albany Intl
6h 45m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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2:50 pm - 10:00 pmALB  Albany Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
8h 10m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
$302Southwest
Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 8
United Airlines Logo
3:32 pm - 11:58 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ALB Albany Intl
7h 26m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 3:44 pmALB  Albany Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
6h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
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8:30 am - 3:01 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ALB Albany Intl
5h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:40 am - 3:43 pmALB  Albany Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
8h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$377United Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5
Delta Logo
3:39 pm - 11:57 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ALB Albany Intl
7h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:15 am - 11:56 amALB  Albany Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
6h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$397Delta
Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6
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6:30 am - 11:45 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ALB Albany Intl
4h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 11:56 amALB  Albany Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
6h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$397Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for St. Louis to Albany flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Albany?

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Albany start at $292. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $342 to $494. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $292 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Albany?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Albany, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 77% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Albany?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Albany at $276 round-trip.
  • December ($696) and March ($548) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 152% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for St. Louis to Albany flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$149
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 24% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
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When to book flights from St. Louis to Albany

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Albany?

    Flights from St. Louis to Albany usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and arrive at Albany Intl (ALB).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from St. Louis to Albany?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from St. Louis to Albany.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from St. Louis to Albany pass through?

    One-stop flights from St. Louis to Albany most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 13% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from St. Louis to Albany?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 51% on the St. Louis to Albany route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $342 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $696, a difference of $354. 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.

  • How long is a flight from St. Louis to Albany?

    A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Albany takes 0h 00m, covering 908 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from St. Louis to Albany?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from St. Louis to Albany:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 $292 to $1,429. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from St. Louis to Albany looking right now?

    One-way fares from St. Louis to Albany are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $217, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

  • Is it cheaper to take a train or bus instead of flying between St. Louis and Albany?

    Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between St. Louis and Albany is around $292 round-trip, with a flight time of about 6h 04m. Recent bus fares are around $244, with a trip time of about 32h 25m. Compared with flying, recent bus fares are roughly 17% lower. However, taking the bus takes about 26+ hours longer each way.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from St. Louis to Albany?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 35m, compared with 4h 38m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 4h 47m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • What is the time difference between St. Louis and Albany?

    Albany is 1 hour ahead of St. Louis (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 St. Louis to Albany flight?

    Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Albany range from $342 to $494, with an average of $393 over the past 12 months. Anything below $342 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking St. Louis 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 Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $342 - about $354 less than Sunday (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your St. Louis to Albany trip for January. Fares historically average $276 round-trip in that month - typically $420 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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 St. Louis to Albany

Information on your arrival and departure airports

St. Louis (STL)
Albany (ALB)