Flying from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Phoenix: what you need to know
Albany International Airport is located in Albany. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Phoenix is three hours behind Albany.
To avoid rushing for your ALB to Phoenix flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Albany, ALB can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to ALB? If you're boarding an early flight from Albany International Airport to Phoenix, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
73.92% of flights departing from Albany International Airport land at their destination on time.
ALB is located at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Phoenix
The best price we've found for a one-way Albany International Airport to Phoenix flight is R 2,369. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,284. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from ALB to Phoenix, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Think about booking a hotel close to SCF if you have a late flight from Albany International Airport to Phoenix. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is roughly 8 kilometres from central Phoenix. After your flight from Albany International Airport to Phoenix, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take about 35 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to PHX. Kick back and get cosy after your ALB to Phoenix flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Europcar, Dollar and Thrifty make picking up a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at PHX will save you money.
The address for Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) is around 56 kilometres from central Phoenix. It'll take you about 40 minutes to reach the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Albany International Airport to Phoenix.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near AZA after your ALB to Phoenix flight. Recharge after a day of travel or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Begin your trip without worrying about how to arrive at your destination with a Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport rental car. You can book with trusted names here like Dollar, Alamo and Budget.
About two weeks before your flight from Albany International Airport to Phoenix is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from AZA. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or pick up some early bird promotions.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport can be found at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
Best time to go to Phoenix
Travel to Phoenix during the high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Albany International Airport to Phoenix in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in an Albany International Airport to Phoenix flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ALB to Phoenix in January when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Phoenix
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Phoenix right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Albany International Airport to Phoenix:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Heard Museum, Desert Botanical Garden and Papago Park are major attractions which should feature on any good Phoenix itinerary.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Phoenix. Around 483 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix, Las Vegas is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience.
