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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Albany to Washington Dulles flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Albany to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM741
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time1 hr, 41 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week87

Finding cheap flights from Albany to Washington Dulles: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Albany to Washington Dulles is RM741. 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 41 minutes is the average flight time from Albany to Washington Dulles.
United, CommutAir and Lufthansa fly direct from Albany to Washington Dulles.
As of February 2026, there are 87 flights per week flying from Albany to Washington Dulles.
The cheapest month to fly from Albany to Washington Dulles is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Albany Airport to Washington Dulles Airport on Tuesday, 17 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 41 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 Washington Dulles 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 Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Washington Dulles.

Flying from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Albany International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.

  • Albany and Washington DC are in the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.

  • Choose from 40 weekly Albany International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flights. The 05:45 departure with United Airlines is the earliest available. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 19:35.

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

  • Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • United Airlines is your ticket to exploring Washington DC (and maybe even some other great parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Albany International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport offered by this airline.

  • The majority of passengers choose to travel with United Airlines on this route.

  • United Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering ALB to IAD flights, with 69.04% of its services arriving on schedule.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Albany International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ALB and IAD:

    • Philadelphia International Airport

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport

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

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Albany International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight is RM767. A return fare right now is RM741. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from ALB to IAD, reserve your trip six months before your departure date.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Albany International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from ALB to IAD is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Albany International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Albany International Airport (ALB)

  • You'll find ALB 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.

  • Albany International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Albany. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near ALB. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Albany International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC

  • You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

  • Washington Dulles International Airport to the centre of Washington DC has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 3 hours 25 minutes.

When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Albany International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Washington DC based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Albany International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from ALB to IAD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • Philadelphia is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No trip is complete without seeing Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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