Which airports can I use when flying from Rochester to Albany?

Flights from Rochester to Albany usually depart from Rochester (RST) and arrive at Albany Intl (ALB).

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Rochester to Albany.

Which airports do connecting flights from Rochester to Albany pass through?

Most connecting flights from Rochester 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 Rochester to Albany?

On the Rochester to Albany route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 59%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $354 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $856: a $502 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.

Do I need a passport to fly from Rochester 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 Rochester to Albany changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $349 to $677. That means the highest observed fare was about 93% higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Rochester and Albany?

Albany is 1 hour ahead of Rochester (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 Rochester to Albany flight?

Round-trip flights from Rochester to Albany range from $354 to $636, with an average of $504 over the past 12 months. Anything below $354 counts as a good deal.

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

Delta ($349) and American Airlines ($408) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Rochester to Albany according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Rochester to Albany?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $497. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Rochester to Albany which airport offers the shortest layover?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Rochester to Albany layovers at 195 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Wed, Dec 30 - Mon, Jan 4

4:24 pm - 11:29 pmRST Rochester-ALB Albany Intl

6h 05m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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5h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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11:45 am - 10:53 pmRST Rochester-ALB Albany Intl

10h 08m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Philadelphia

8:05 pm - 12:09 amALB Albany Intl-RST Rochester

5h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$414American Airlines

Thu, Dec 31 - Mon, Jan 4

11:45 am - 11:38 pmRST Rochester-ALB Albany Intl

10h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

8:05 pm - 12:09 amALB Albany Intl-RST Rochester

5h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$414American Airlines

Thu, Dec 31 - Mon, Jan 4

11:45 am - 7:33 pmRST Rochester-ALB Albany Intl

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8:05 pm - 12:09 amALB Albany Intl-RST Rochester

5h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$433American Airlines

Thu, Dec 31 - Sun, Jan 3

6:12 am - 5:52 pmRST Rochester-ALB Albany Intl

10h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

8:05 pm - 12:09 amALB Albany Intl-RST Rochester

5h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$434American Airlines

Thu, Dec 31 - Sun, Jan 3

11:45 am - 7:33 pmRST Rochester-ALB Albany Intl

6h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:05 pm - 12:09 amALB Albany Intl-RST Rochester

5h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$453American Airlines

Wed, Dec 30 - Sun, Jan 3

4:24 pm - 11:29 pmRST Rochester-ALB Albany Intl

6h 05m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6:45 am - 11:03 amALB Albany Intl-RST Rochester

29h 18m2 stops New York LaGuardia Minneapolis St Paul

$463Delta

Thu, Dec 31 - Mon, Jan 4

1:00 pm - 12:18 pmRST Rochester-ALB Albany Intl

22h 18m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6:00 am - 3:43 pmALB Albany Intl-RST Rochester

10h 43m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul

$492Delta

Fri, Jan 1 - Mon, Jan 4

11:45 am - 7:33 pmRST Rochester-ALB Albany Intl

6h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:05 pm - 12:09 amALB Albany Intl-RST Rochester

5h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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

Round-trip flights from Rochester to Albany start at $349. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $354 to $636. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $349 on Delta.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Rochester to Albany?
Flights from Rochester to Albany usually depart from Rochester (RST) and arrive at Albany Intl (ALB).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Rochester to Albany?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Rochester to Albany.
Which airports do connecting flights from Rochester to Albany pass through?
Most connecting flights from Rochester 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 Rochester to Albany?
On the Rochester to Albany route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 59%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $354 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $856: a $502 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.
Do I need a passport to fly from Rochester 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 Rochester to Albany changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $349 to $677. That means the highest observed fare was about 93% higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between Rochester and Albany?
Albany is 1 hour ahead of Rochester (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 Rochester to Albany flight?
Round-trip flights from Rochester to Albany range from $354 to $636, with an average of $504 over the past 12 months. Anything below $354 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $354 - about $502 less than Friday (59% savings) 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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