Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Albany International Airport (ALB): what you need to know
All great adventures start from Fort Lauderdale's main airport, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Check out the options for booking a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Albany International Airport (ALB) departing from this base.
Approximately 3 hours 1 minute is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Albany International Airport.
Albany (where Albany International Airport is located) and Fort Lauderdale share the UTC-4 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
The busiest route is from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Albany International Airport (ALB), with 8 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FLL to ALB is the 06:00 jetBlue service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 21:25 with jetBlue.
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 board your flight from Fort Lauderdale to ALB.
July is a busy time to fly out. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Christmas, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fly without interruptions from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Nonstop flights from Fort Lauderdale to Albany International Airport (ALB) are available from here.
You'll find a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Albany International Airport with jetBlue. This popular carrier offers services from FLL.
FLL is about 8 kilometres from the centre of Fort Lauderdale. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will show you the best route and your public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Albany International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport:
About Albany International Airport (ALB)
Reserve a hotel near ALB if you're catching a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Albany International Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Albany International Airport (ALB) to central Albany
Albany International Airport to central Albany is around 19 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It'll take around 44 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Albany International Airport (ALB)
$138 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Albany International Airport. Return flights start from $290. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
Score flight tickets from Fort Lauderdale to ALB by booking 2 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
You'll score the best savings on your tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Albany International Airport by travelling in November. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the cheapest day to fly.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when fares go down. The right timing can be the key to finding flight tickets from Fort Lauderdale to ALB.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Fort Lauderdale to Albany International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Albany International Airport (ALB)
August is the most popular month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Albany International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Albany in April when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Albany is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Fort Lauderdale to ALB in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Fort Lauderdale to Albany International Airport in January when temperatures average between -13ºC and 4ºC.
More about Albany
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Albany right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Albany International Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. New York State Capitol, The Egg and Empire State Plaza Convention Centre are essential stops on your Albany itinerary.
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