Flying from Albany Airport (ALB) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Albany Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Chicago's timezone is UTC-6, making Chicago one hour behind Albany.
Each week, there are 46 Albany Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flights. To get going as early as possible, jump on the 06:00 United Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 18:46 with United Airlines.
To ensure you get on your ALB to ORD flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
United has direct flights from Albany Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Chicago — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
United is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With 72.58% of its services arriving as scheduled, United is the most punctual carrier operating ALB to ORD flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Albany Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between ALB and ORD:
New York LaGuardia Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Albany Airport (ALB) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Right now, R 1,786 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Albany Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,031. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from ALB to ORD, reserve your journey seven months before your departure date.
December is the cheapest month for flights from Albany Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Finding cheap flights from ALB to ORD is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Albany Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Handy information about Albany Airport (ALB)
You'll find ALB at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
76% of flights that take off from Albany Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Albany to Albany Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to ALB? If you're boarding an early flight from Albany Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're getting in on a late Albany Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near ORD:
Go where the road takes you with a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and chase adventure across Chicago and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Albany Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Chicago. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Albany Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALB to ORD in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
