Travelling from Seattle to Albany International Airport (ALB): what you need to know
All exciting adventures start from Seattle's main airport, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Check out your options for booking a flight from Seattle to Albany International Airport (ALB) leaving from this base.
The timezone in Albany is UTC-4, which is 3 hours ahead of Seattle. Albany International Airport is located in Albany.
To ensure you get on your flight from Seattle to ALB, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
SEA is about 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Planning to catch an early flight from Seattle to Albany International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
LKE is around 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It takes 11 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 23 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Lake Union Sea Plane Base the day before your flight from Seattle to ALB:
About Albany International Airport (ALB)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Albany International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near ALB:
Getting from Albany International Airport (ALB) to central Albany
Albany International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Albany. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 19 minutes.
It takes roughly 44 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Albany International Airport (ALB)
Book a one-way ticket from Seattle to Albany International Airport from $265 or travel return from just $542. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get flight tickets from Seattle to ALB. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
Getting flight tickets from Seattle to Albany International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Albany International Airport (ALB)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Seattle to Albany International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Albany. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Albany is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Seattle to ALB in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between -13ºC and 4ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Seattle to Albany International Airport.
More about Albany
Start your Albany trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Albany International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. New York State Capitol, The Egg and Empire State Plaza Convention Centre are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Albany itinerary.
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