ALB - LAX

$129 Find Cheap Flights from Albany to Los Angeles - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 25% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$257
Typical prices: $400-$577
American Airlines
Sat 1/27Thu 2/1
ALB - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$129
Typical prices: $244-$410
Southwest
Mon 11/19
ALB - LAX • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Albany and Los Angeles. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
Insights
Insights
When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 59% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 16% price drop
August
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $442 (round-trip)
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Shortest trip • 7h 19m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Los Angeles!

Cheap Flights from Albany to Los Angeles (ALB-LAX)

 

Cheap flights from Albany to Los Angeles with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Feb 6
American Airlines Logo
12:04 pm - 6:13 pmALB  Albany Intl-LAX Los Angeles
9h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 4:58 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ALB Albany Intl
7h 28m1 stop Philadelphia
$257American Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Mon, Feb 1
American Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 1:35 pmALB  Albany Intl-LAX Los Angeles
9h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:39 am - 11:45 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ALB Albany Intl
10h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$257American Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
Southwest Logo
3:55 pm - 8:30 pmALB  Albany Intl-LAX Los Angeles
7h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 4:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ALB Albany Intl
7h 00m1 stop Nashville Intl
$257Southwest
Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Feb 6
Southwest Logo
11:25 am - 8:40 pmALB  Albany Intl-LAX Los Angeles
12h 15m1 stop Orlando
Southwest Logo
9:55 pm - 7:55 amLAX  Los Angeles-ALB Albany Intl
7h 00m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$257Southwest
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:18 pm - 12:06 pmALB  Albany Intl-LAX Los Angeles
18h 48m1 stop Charleston
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:12 am - 9:50 amLAX  Los Angeles-ALB Albany Intl
30h 38m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
$348Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
Delta Logo
7:16 pm - 12:43 amALB  Albany Intl-LAX Los Angeles
8h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:05 pm - 8:58 amLAX  Los Angeles-ALB Albany Intl
7h 53m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$377Delta
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Mar 17
United Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 4:39 pmALB  Albany Intl-LAX Los Angeles
9h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 11:30 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ALB Albany Intl
7h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
$386United Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Wed, Dec 30
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 10:32 amALB  Albany Intl-LAX Los Angeles
8h 02m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
11:59 pm - 1:19 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ALB Albany Intl
10h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$391Delta
Sat, Apr 17 - Fri, Apr 23
United Airlines Logo
11:24 am - 4:18 pmALB  Albany Intl-LAX Los Angeles
7h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
12:10 am - 10:27 amLAX  Los Angeles-ALB Albany Intl
7h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$395United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10
Breeze Airways Logo
8:18 pm - 12:06 pmALB  Albany Intl-LAX Los Angeles
18h 48m1 stop Charleston
Breeze Airways Logo
11:10 pm - 7:38 pmLAX  Los Angeles-ALB Albany Intl
17h 28m2 stops New Orleans Louis Armstrong Charleston
$398Breeze Airways

Price, demand and travel trends for Albany to Los Angeles flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Albany to Los Angeles?

Round-trip flights from Albany to Los Angeles typically range from $400 to $577. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $257, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albany to Los Angeles?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albany to Los Angeles. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Albany to Los Angeles?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Albany to Los Angeles at $398 round-trip.
•July ($568) and November ($556) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 42% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Albany to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Albany to Los Angeles are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 59% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Find deals

Key details for Albany to Los Angeles flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$129
Beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 14% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Albany to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Albany to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Albany to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your Albany to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Albany to Los Angeles?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Albany to Los Angeles:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Albany to Los Angeles?

    A nonstop flight from Albany to Los Angeles takes 00m, covering 2,460 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Albany to Los Angeles?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Albany to Los Angeles flight?

    Round-trip flights from Albany to Los Angeles range from $400 to $577, with an average of $474 over the past 12 months. Anything below $400 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Albany to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 55% above the $474 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Albany to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Albany to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $166, which is 47% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Albany to Los Angeles?

    Flights from Albany to Los Angeles usually depart from Albany Intl (ALB) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Albany to Los Angeles pass through?

    One-stop flights from Albany to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 12% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Albany to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Albany to Los Angeles. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $440 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $566, a difference of $126.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Albany to Los Angeles?

    Flying via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 19m, compared with 7h 34m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 7h 36m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Albany and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 3 hours behind Albany (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

  • How early do I need to get to the Albany airport (ALB)?

    General advice is to arrive at the airport at least 2h before your scheduled departure time. The amount of time it can take to move through the security checkpoint can vary greatly depending on the time of your flight and the season. Arriving early will ensure you avoid the last-minute rush and still have some time to spare to grab a bite to eat.

  • Can I travel from Albany (ALB) to LAX with my pet?

    Animals are not permitted in the terminal at ALB unless they are assistance animals or are in proper pet crates. They are only allowed out of their carriers at the security checkpoint for scanning. Pet relief areas are located inside and outside the terminal. A post-security pet relief area is on the first floor of Concourse B.

  • Where are the nursing mothers' facilities located at LAX?

    The airport has multiple nursing mothers' spaces in different terminals that can accommodate multiple people. One is in terminal 4 just after gate 45, next to the shoe shine. It's a room with a cozy bench, a sink and space for supplies or diaper removal of a baby. The room is spacious enough for a stroller to fit and a room for kids to play and is clean and bright.

  • Where can my kids play and get distracted at LAX?

    LAX has a beach-like playground inside the Tom Bradley International Terminal. In terminal 1, the restrooms are located at gates 1, 2, 4, and 7, and there is a nursing room by gate 10 and other fun shops you can visit. There are other such facilities in the other terminals that you can check out.

Your guide to booking Albany to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $440, about $126 less than Sunday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 59% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Albany to Los Angeles trip for January. Fares historically average $398 round-trip in that month - typically $170 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.

    • Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    • Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
    • Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
  • Albany International Airport (ALB) offers both long-term parking located behind North garage parking and short-term parking found at the Economy lot parking. Other car services offered as part of long-term parking include car wash and servicing, so your car is in great condition and ready to go when you arrive from your travels.
  • The travel options to downtown LA include taking a taxi or a shuttle, the quickest transfer options. The FlyAway bus also leaves the airport every 30min to Union Station. You must take the free Green Line G shuttle to LAX Metro Rail Station to access the metro. Then you can take the Green Line Metro to Willow Brook, then change to the Blue Line to reach downtown LA.
  • When booking your plane ticket from Albany International Airport, mention any accessibility assistance needs so that any special services, discounts, or equipment can be made available to you when the need arises.
  • While waiting for a delayed flight, you can visit the places around Albany airport, such as the Shaker Heritage Society, a historic site located across ALB.
  • LAX has several lounges within the terminals where you can take a moment to rest and grab a bite to eat. Some lounges include Centurion lounge on Level 2 of the Tom Bradley International Terminal, and Emirates lounge in Terminal B, level 6.

More options for your flight from Albany to Los Angeles

Complete your trip to Los Angeles with a hotel stay or car rental

Car rentals in Los Angeles
Hotels in Los Angeles
Vacations in Los Angeles