Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Albany Airport (ALB): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Albany Airport.
Flights from ORD to ALB start at 07:10 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last service of the day is at 19:28 with American Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 46 weekly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Albany Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ORD to ALB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Albany (and then exploring more of the United States!) is a cinch with United. This popular airline has direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Albany Airport.
United is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers ORD to ALB flights is American Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 71.26% of the time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Albany Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between ORD and ALB include:
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Of the flights that depart from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% land on time at their destination.
To reach Chicago O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it takes about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to ORD? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Albany Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Albany Airport (ALB)
Book a hotel close to ALB if you're on a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Albany Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Albany Airport rental car and discover Albany and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Albany Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Albany Airport (ALB)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Albany Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Albany. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Albany Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Albany, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ORD to ALB in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -13ºC (9ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited 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 leading sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 322 kilometres south of Albany, Philadelphia is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.