Flying from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Albany International Airport (ALB): what you need to know
Peak months like August or holiday times such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart move.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Albany International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the popular stopovers between BUF and ALB:
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
Arriving at Albany International Airport (ALB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Albany International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ALB instead:
Handy information about Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Buffalo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BUF? If you're catching an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Albany International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
More about Albany
Start your Albany trip right by finding an amazing stay. After booking your flight from BUF to ALB, have a look at our selection of hotel options including:
New York State Capitol and The Egg are a couple of major attractions to put on your Albany itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Empire State Plaza Convention Centre.
Getting from Albany International Airport (ALB) to central Albany
Albany International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Albany. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 19 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes around 44 minutes.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Albany International Airport (ALB)
$163 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Albany International Airport. Return flights start from $393. These prices can change depending on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BUF to ALB, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Albany International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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When to fly to Albany International Airport (ALB)
August is the most popular month for flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Albany International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Albany in April.
Book your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Albany International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Albany during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 29ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BUF to ALB in January. Average temperatures are between -13ºC and 4ºC then.