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Cheapest round-trip
$291
Typical prices: $294-$510
JetBlue
Wed 11/7Sat 11/10
RIC - ALB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$141
Typical prices: $177-$302
Allegiant Air
Mon 10/29
RIC - ALB • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Richmond and Albany. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 24% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
New York LaGuardia (LGA)
Cheapest • Avg $305 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 3h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to Albany (RIC-ALB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Albany

Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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3:25 pm - 11:59 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-ALB Albany Intl
8h 34m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
JetBlue Logo
6:30 am - 2:23 pmALB  Albany Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 53m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$291JetBlue
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
6:16 am - 9:38 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-ALB Albany Intl
3h 22m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 11:14 amALB  Albany Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 14m1 stop Philadelphia
$295American Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 11:21 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-ALB Albany Intl
6h 21m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
5:50 am - 12:18 pmALB  Albany Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 28m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$295Delta
Mon, Oct 5 - Thu, Oct 8
Delta Logo
5:35 pm - 10:59 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-ALB Albany Intl
5h 24m1 stop New York LaGuardia
Delta Logo
5:50 am - 9:40 amALB  Albany Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 50m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$295Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
Southwest Logo
4:40 pm - 9:40 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-ALB Albany Intl
5h 00m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
7:50 am - 6:55 pmALB  Albany Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
11h 05m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
$306Southwest
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
5:39 pm - 11:26 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-ALB Albany Intl
5h 47m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
5:27 pm - 9:53 pmALB  Albany Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 26m1 stop Philadelphia
$312American Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 21
JetBlue Logo
3:05 pm - 11:59 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-ALB Albany Intl
8h 54m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
JetBlue Logo
6:45 am - 2:10 pmALB  Albany Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 25m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$313JetBlue
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
5:39 pm - 11:26 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-ALB Albany Intl
5h 47m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
10:50 am - 5:09 pmALB  Albany Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 19m1 stop Philadelphia
$357American Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 1:37 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-ALB Albany Intl
7h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 5:18 pmALB  Albany Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$365United Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 1:37 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-ALB Albany Intl
7h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 5:18 pmALB  Albany Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$443United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to Albany flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Albany start at $291. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $294 to $510. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $291 on JetBlue.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Albany, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 50% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Albany?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Albany at $295 round-trip.
  • June ($531) and November ($483) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 80% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Richmond to Albany flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$141
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Richmond to Albany

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

    Flights from Richmond to Albany usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Albany Intl (ALB).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Richmond to Albany:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • New York LaGuardia (LGA) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Philadelphia (PHL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Richmond to Albany route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 41%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $349 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $586: a $237 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 Richmond to Albany?

    A nonstop flight from Richmond to Albany takes 0h 00m, covering 407 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond 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 Richmond 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 $294 to $1,240. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Richmond to Albany are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $191, which is 11% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 48m, compared with 4h 05m via Philadelphia (PHL) and 4h 15m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

  • 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 Richmond to Albany flight?

    Round-trip flights from Richmond to Albany range from $294 to $510, with an average of $389 over the past 12 months. Anything below $294 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Richmond 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 Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $349 - about $237 less than Sunday (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to Albany trip for January. Fares historically average $295 round-trip in that month - typically $236 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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)
    - Hilton Garden Inn Albany Airport

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