Travelling from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Liberia Airport (LIR): what you need to know
Liberia is two hours behind Albany and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your ALB to LIR flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Albany International Airport to Liberia Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ALB and LIR:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Liberia Airport (LIR)
137 € is the best price for a one-way Albany International Airport to Liberia Airport flight. A return flight starts from 330 €. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from ALB to LIR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Albany International Airport to Liberia Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ALB to LIR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Albany International Airport to Liberia Airport.
Handy information about Albany International Airport (ALB)
ALB is located at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Albany International Airport, 73.92% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Albany International Airport from central Albany, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near ALB? If you're catching an early flight from Albany International Airport to Liberia Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Liberia Airport (LIR)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Albany International Airport to Liberia Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LIR instead:
Follow your own route with a Liberia Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Europcar or NU Car Rentals and venture far and wide through Liberia and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Liberia Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Liberia Airport (LIR) to central Liberia
Liberia Airport to the centre of Liberia has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When to fly to Liberia Airport (LIR)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Albany International Airport to Liberia Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Liberia. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Albany International Airport to Liberia Airport for April if you want to visit Liberia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALB to LIR in November. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've visited Liberia, now it's time to explore more of Costa Rica. Journey about 161 kilometres south-east to San Jose to tick off its leading sights. From Teatro Nacional Costa Rica to National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Limon is another must-experience destination in Costa Rica and is around 274 kilometres east of Liberia. No trip is complete without a visit to Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
