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Albany to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$344
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time1 hr, 41 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week73

Finding cheap flights from Albany to Washington Ronald Reagan: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Albany to Washington Ronald Reagan is $344. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 41 minutes is the average flight time from Albany to Washington Ronald Reagan.
American Airlines, PSA Airlines and Republic Airways fly direct from Albany to Washington Ronald Reagan.
As of February 2026, there are 73 flights per week flying from Albany to Washington Ronald Reagan.
The cheapest month to fly from Albany to Washington Ronald Reagan is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Albany Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport on Tuesday, 17 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 41 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington Ronald Reagan but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Washington Ronald Reagan.

Travelling from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Albany International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport.

  • Albany and Washington DC follow the same timezone, UTC-4.

  • Take your pick of 31 weekly Albany International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flights. The 05:06 departure with American Airlines is the earliest flight available. American Airlines operates the last service of the day at 19:56.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your ALB to DCA flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Travelling to Washington DC (and then seeing more of United States!) is a snap with American Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Albany International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport.

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is American Airlines.

  • The most punctual carrier operating ALB to DCA flights is American Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 72.83% of the time.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Albany International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ALB and DCA:

    • Philadelphia International Airport

    • LaGuardia Airport

    • Newark Liberty International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Albany International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight is $242. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $344. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Get cheap tickets from ALB to DCA by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Albany International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Finding cheap flights from ALB to DCA is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Albany International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Albany International Airport (ALB)

  • ALB is located at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.

  • 73.92% of flights leaving from Albany International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • To get to Albany International Airport from central Albany, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near ALB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Albany International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

Getting from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC

  • You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport to the centre of Washington DC has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • February is the busiest month for flights from Albany International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Washington DC in May.

  • When booking your flight from Albany International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ALB to DCA sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • Washington DC is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. About 322 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, a visit to New York will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • Philadelphia is another well-known destination in United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No journey is complete without seeing Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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