Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Albany International Airport (ALB): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Albany International Airport.
You can choose from 31 weekly Philadelphia International Airport to Albany International Airport flights. The 10:30 departure with American Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. American Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 21:19.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PHL to ALB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
American Airlines is your ticket to exploring Albany (and maybe even some other exciting corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Albany International Airport offered by this carrier.
American Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
With 68.83% of its services arriving as scheduled, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating PHL to ALB flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Albany International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PHL and ALB:
Washington Dulles International Airport
LaGuardia Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Albany International Airport (ALB)
£70 is the lowest price for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Albany International Airport flight. A return flight starts from £172. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from PHL to ALB.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Albany International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Albany International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You'll find PHL at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.93% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Philadelphia International Airport from central Philadelphia, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 12 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Albany International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near PHL:
Arriving at Albany International Airport (ALB)
Book a hotel close to ALB if you're taking a late Philadelphia International Airport to Albany International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with an Albany International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and experience more of Albany and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Albany International Airport around two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Albany International Airport (ALB) to central Albany
ALB is located at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
Albany International Airport is roughly 13 miles from central Albany. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Albany International Airport (ALB)
The quietest month for a flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Albany International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Albany based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Albany International 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).
January has average temperatures of between -13ºC (9ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PHL to ALB sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Albany has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. Around 130 miles south of Albany, a visit to New York will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Around 200 miles south of Albany, Philadelphia is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
