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Albany.R 1,583 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jul.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,583, select.
Albany.R 1,592 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Jun.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,592, select.
Albany.R 1,610 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Nov.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,610, select.
Albany.R 1,774 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,774, select.
Albany.R 2,043 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,043, select.
Albany.R 11,743 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Aug.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,743, select.

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Direct flights from Washington D.C. to Albany

Washington D.C. to Albany: Alternative routes

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Washington D.C. to Albany: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,583
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 27 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week159

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Albany: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Albany is R 3,166. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 27 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Albany.
Southwest Airlines, American Airlines and PSA Airlines fly direct from Washington D.C. to Albany.
As of May 2025, there are 159 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Albany.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Albany is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Albany Airport on Tuesday, 1 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 27 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Albany but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Albany is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Albany is Southwest Airlines .

Travelling from Washington DC to Albany International Airport (ALB): what you need to know

  • Kick off your travels at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Explore your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Albany International Airport (ALB) taking off from either of these.

  • 1 hour 34 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Washington DC to Albany International Airport.

  • Albany's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Washington DC. Albany International Airport is located in Albany.

  • The busiest route is from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Albany International Airport (ALB), with 40 direct services every week. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DCA to ALB is the 08:05 Southwest Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 22:55 with Southwest Airlines.

  • Your flight from Washington DC to ALB won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • If you're travelling during a popular month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during holiday periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Washington DC to Albany International Airport (ALB) take off from this terminal.

  • If you want to leave from DCA, you can catch a direct flight from Washington DC to Albany International Airport with American Airlines.

  • The distance from central Washington DC to DCA is about 8 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Washington DC to Albany International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Planning to leave from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? You can reserve a direct flight from Washington DC to Albany International Airport (ALB) from this popular hub.

  • United operates direct flights from Washington DC to ALB leaving from IAD. Book your favourite aisle seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 3 hours and 26 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 51 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Washington DC to ALB? Kick back in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:

About Albany International Airport (ALB)

Getting from Albany International Airport (ALB) to central Albany

  • From Albany International Airport, Albany is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 19 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It'll take around 44 minutes if you're using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Albany International Airport (ALB)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Albany International Airport is R 1,583. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,166. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • We recommend booking 9 months before your departure date. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find cheap tickets from Washington DC to ALB around that time.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Washington DC to Albany International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from Washington DC to ALB is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Washington DC to Albany International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

The best time to fly from Washington DC to Albany International Airport (ALB)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to Albany International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Albany in April when it's quieter.

  • Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Albany. July is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Washington DC to ALB sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 29ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -13ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap flights from Washington DC to Albany International Airport sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

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