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188 € Cheap Flights from Albany to Chicago O'Hare International

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Flight deals from Albany to Chicago O'Hare International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Albany Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 219 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chicago.188 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Albany on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From 188 €, select.
Chicago.219 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Jun, returning Fri, 19 Jun.Return flight with Allegiant Air and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Albany on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From 219 €, select.
Chicago.227 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Jul, returning Thu, 30 Jul.Return flight with Allegiant Air and Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Albany on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From 227 €, select.
Chicago.229 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 May, returning Wed, 27 May.Return flight with Allegiant Air and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Albany on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From 229 €, select.
Chicago.243 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Albany on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From 243 €, select.
Chicago.243 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Jun, returning Wed, 1 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Albany on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From 243 €, select.
Chicago.243 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Wed, 17 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Albany on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From 243 €, select.
Chicago.245 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 May, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with Allegiant Air and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Albany on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From 245 €, select.
Chicago.256 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 May, returning Tue, 26 May.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Albany on Sat, 23 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From 256 €, select.
Chicago.258 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Albany on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From 258 €, select.
Chicago.269 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug, returning Sat, 22 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Albany on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From 269 €, select.
Chicago.296 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Jul, returning Sun, 12 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Albany on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From 296 €, select.
Chicago.297 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Albany on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From 297 €, select.
Chicago.298 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Albany on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From 298 €, select.
Chicago.314 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec, returning Tue, 19 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Albany on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From 314 €, select.
Chicago.344 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 May, returning Thu, 23 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Albany on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Albany.Price includes taxes and charges.From 344 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Albany to Chicago O'Hare International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Albany to Chicago O'Hare International flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from 229 €
Jun
from 219 €
Jul
from 227 €
Aug
from 269 €
Sep
from 188 €
Oct
from 298 €
Nov
from 425 €
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Direct flights from Albany to Chicago O'Hare International

Albany to Chicago O'Hare International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Albany to Chicago below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chicago O'Hare International.

Chicago Midway

14km from central Chicago
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Chicago O'Hare International

25km from central Chicago
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Albany to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found188 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week194

Finding cheap flights from Albany to Chicago O'Hare International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Albany to Chicago O'Hare International is 188 €. 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 43 minutes is the average flight time from Albany to Chicago O'Hare International.
American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and United fly direct from Albany to Chicago O'Hare International.
As of May 2026, there are 194 flights per week flying from Albany to Chicago O'Hare International.
The cheapest month to fly from Albany to Chicago O'Hare International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Albany Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport on Tuesday, 22 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 43 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 O'Hare International 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.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago O'Hare International.

Flying from Albany International Airport (ALB) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Albany International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.

  • Chicago is one hour behind Albany and follows the UTC-5 timezone.

  • Flights from ALB to ORD start at 06:00 — the first with United Airlines. The latest departure is at 18:55 with United Airlines. In total, you can choose from 57 weekly Albany International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flights.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your ALB to ORD flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • American Airlines is your gateway to exploring Chicago (and maybe even some other exciting corners of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Albany International Airport to O'Hare International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • The airline that passengers book most often on this route is American Airlines.

  • United Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers ALB to ORD flights, with 78.15% of its services arriving on schedule.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Albany International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ALB and ORD:

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

    • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport

    • LaGuardia Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Albany International Airport (ALB) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Albany International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight is 100 €. A return ticket right now is 188 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To get cheap tickets from ALB to ORD, reserve your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Albany International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from ALB to ORD is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Albany International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Albany International Airport (ALB)

  • You'll find ALB at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.

  • 73.92% of flights that leave from Albany International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • Central Albany to Albany International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to ALB? If you've booked an early flight from Albany International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago

  • ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.

  • O'Hare International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.

When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Albany International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Chicago based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Before locking in your flight from Albany International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ALB to ORD sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • Chicago has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.

  • Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

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