Flying from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to Albany Airport (ALB): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Albany Airport.
Choose from 22 weekly Charlotte Douglas Airport to Albany Airport flights. The 07:10 departure with American Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. American Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:50.
To ensure you catch your CLT to ALB flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
American Airlines has direct flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Albany Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Albany — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering CLT to ALB flights. A reliable 82.66% of its services on this route land on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Albany Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between CLT and ALB:
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to Albany Airport (ALB)
R 1,924 is the lowest price for a one-way Charlotte Douglas Airport to Albany Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 4,087. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To get cheap tickets from CLT to ALB, book your trip one month ahead of your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Albany Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
You'll find CLT at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Charlotte Douglas Airport, 79% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Charlotte Douglas Airport from central Charlotte, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to CLT? If you're boarding an early flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Albany Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Albany Airport (ALB)
If you have a late Charlotte Douglas Airport to Albany Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near ALB:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Albany Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and chase adventure across Albany and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Albany Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Albany Airport (ALB) to central Albany
You'll find ALB at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
Albany Airport to the centre of Albany has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Albany Airport (ALB)
The quietest month for a flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Albany Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Albany based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Albany is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Albany Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from CLT to ALB in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -13ºC (9ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Albany, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 209 kilometres south to New York to tick off its must-visit sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Philadelphia is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 322 kilometres south of Albany. No journey is complete without a visit to Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
