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Chicago.£169 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 May, returning Tue, 27 May.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Albany on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From £169, select.
Chicago.£170 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun, returning Wed, 18 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Albany on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From £170, select.
Chicago.£178 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Sat, 6 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Albany on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From £178, select.
Chicago.£188 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug, returning Sat, 23 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Albany on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From £188, select.
Chicago.£196 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Albany on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Chicago Midway on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From £196, select.
Chicago.£200 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Jun, returning Fri, 4 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Albany on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From £200, select.
Chicago.£202 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov, returning Sun, 23 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Albany on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From £202, select.
Chicago.£207 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Albany on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From £207, select.

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Albany to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£169
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 24 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week224

Finding cheap flights from Albany to Chicago: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Chicago: Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare International, Chicago Dupage County, and Chicago Rockford.
The best price we found for a return flight from Albany to Chicago is £169. 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.
2 hours and 24 minutes is the average flight time from Albany to Chicago.
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and United fly direct from Albany to Chicago.
As of May 2025, there are 224 flights per week flying from Albany to Chicago.
The cheapest month to fly from Albany to Chicago is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Albany Airport, the cheapest airport near Chicago is Chicago O'Hare International – which is 15.8 miles away from the centre of Chicago. We've found flights into this airport from £169.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Albany Airport to Chicago on Sunday, 25 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 24 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 Chicago 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 Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 13°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chicago, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago.

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

  • The average length of a direct flight from Albany International Airport to Chicago is 2 hours 7 minutes.

  • Albany International Airport is located in Albany. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is 1 hour behind Albany.

  • The most popular route is from Albany International Airport (ALB) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). You can choose from 57 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ALB to ORD is the 06:00 United option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 18:55 with United.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from ALB to Chicago.

  • Going away during a peak time like August? Popular periods (like spring break, summer and Thanksgiving) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Direct flights from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Chicago are available for booking. O'Hare International Airport (ORD) will be your arrival point.

  • You'll find a good selection of airlines operating direct flights from Albany International Airport to Chicago, including:

  • After booking your cheap tickets from Albany International Airport to Chicago, get your documents ready. A visa or passport isn't necessary since you're flying within United States. As long as you have some other valid proof of identity, such as an ID card or driver's licence, you're good to go.

  • ALB is about 13 miles from central Albany. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 44 minutes.

  • In search of a handy hotel close to ALB? If you're boarding an early flight from Albany International Airport to Chicago, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

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

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Albany International Airport to Chicago is £84. The cheapest price for a return flight is £169. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from ALB to Chicago, book your journey 4 months ahead of your departure date.

  • December is the cheapest month for tickets from Albany International Airport to Chicago. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from ALB to Chicago is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Albany International Airport to Chicago, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Airports in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to the centre of Chicago is about 35 minutes by car. It's approximately 25 miles away.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you around 54 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Albany International Airport to Chicago, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ORD:

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

Best time to go to Chicago

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Albany International Airport to Chicago. To skip the crowds, head to Chicago in February when it's quieter.

  • Before locking in your flight from Albany International Airport to Chicago, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from ALB to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC.

More about Chicago

  • Once you've booked your flight from Albany International Airport to Chicago, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:

  • Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Chicago itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.

Complete your Chicago trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Albany International Airport to Chicago to track down deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know about car rentals in Chicago, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.

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