Travelling from Philadelphia to Albany International Airport (ALB): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by checking out the best departure point for your flight from Philadelphia to Albany International Airport (ALB). Explore your options for leaving from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN), the city's main airports.
1 hour 20 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Philadelphia to Albany International Airport flight.
Albany (where Albany International Airport is located) and Philadelphia share the UTC-4 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
The busiest route is from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Albany International Airport (ALB), with 25 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from PHL to ALB is the 10:20am American Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 9:25pm with American Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Philadelphia to ALB. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You can take a direct flight from Philadelphia to Albany International Airport (ALB) departing from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
American Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Philadelphia to Albany International Airport taking off from PHL.
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from PHL to ALB.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 68.83% of its services arriving as planned.
The journey from central Philadelphia to PHL takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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Of the departures from Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
TTN is about 56 kilometres from central Philadelphia. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Trenton-Mercer Airport the day before your Philadelphia to ALB flight:
Flights from Trenton-Mercer Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 82.45% of them arriving as expected.
The address for TTN is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Albany International Airport (ALB)
Have a late flight from Philadelphia to Albany International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near ALB and fast-forward to bedtime:
Pick up an Albany International Airport rental car and explore Albany and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Philadelphia to Albany International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
ALB is located at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
Getting from Albany International Airport (ALB) to central Albany
Albany International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Albany. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Albany International Airport (ALB)
Currently, RM543 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Albany International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM1,250. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Philadelphia to ALB, book your plane ticket three months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for scoring cheap Philadelphia to Albany International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Albany International Airport (ALB)
August is the most popular month for flights from Philadelphia to Albany International Airport (ALB). Visit Albany in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
Lock in a Philadelphia to ALB plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Albany to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Albany International Airport in January when temperatures are between -13ºC (9ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Albany
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Albany right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Philadelphia to Albany International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Erie Canal System, Hudson Valley and Albany Institute of History & Art are top sights which should be on every Albany itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Albany, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey around 225 kilometres south to New York to check off its popular sights. From Central Park to Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Boston is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 225 kilometres east of Albany. No journey is complete without dropping by Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Quincy Market.
