Travelling from Tampa to Albany International Airport (ALB): What you need to know
Start your journey at one of Tampa's main airports, Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Explore your options for booking a flight from Tampa to Albany International Airport (ALB) departing from either of these.
The average duration of a direct Tampa to Albany International Airport flight is 2 hours 50 minutes.
Albany International Airport is located in Albany. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Tampa.
The busiest route is from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Albany International Airport (ALB). You can choose from 3 direct services every week. Southwest Airlines operates a 7:25am departure between TPA and ALB.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Tampa to ALB.
Peak months like March or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
You can hop on a direct flight from Tampa to Albany International Airport (ALB) leaving from Tampa International Airport (TPA).
When jetting out of TPA, you can catch a direct flight from Tampa to Albany International Airport with Southwest Airlines.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between TPA and ALB is Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines takes the lead in punctuality. A dependable 86.96% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Tampa International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Tampa to Albany International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights leaving Tampa International Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
You can book a direct Tampa to Albany International Airport (ALB) plane ticket out of St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Work out whether leaving from PIE works best for your plans.
Get on your direct flight from Tampa to ALB with Allegiant Air. This is one of the main airlines that operates this route out of PIE.
Allegiant Air has the largest share of bookings on the PIE to ALB route.
Need a carrier known for punctuality? Choose Allegiant Air. 87.18% of its flights between St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport and Albany International Airport arrive on schedule.
With public transport, you can travel from central Tampa to PIE in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Tampa to ALB flight, stay in one of these hotels near St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport:
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time performance of 77%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport land on time.
You'll find PIE at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Albany International Airport (ALB)
Reserve a hotel near ALB if you have a late flight from Tampa to Albany International Airport. Settle into one of these options and call it a night faster:
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Tampa to Albany International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
You'll find ALB at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
Getting from Albany International Airport (ALB) to central Albany
Albany International Airport to central Albany is about 11 kilometres. If you're getting a taxi or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It typically takes 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Albany International Airport (ALB)
Right now, ₹ 4,004 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Albany International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 10,405. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Tampa to ALB, book your plane ticket three months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for picking up cheap Tampa to Albany International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Tampa to ALB is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a better deal is available.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Tampa to Albany International Airport.
The best time to fly from Tampa to Albany International Airport (ALB)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Albany. July is when most people book flights from Tampa to Albany International Airport (ALB), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Tampa to ALB plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Albany, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 29ºC.
January has temperatures of between -13ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Tampa to Albany International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Albany
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Albany right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Tampa to Albany International Airport:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Albany when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Erie Canal System followed by Albany Institute of History & Art and The Cathedral of All Saints.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Albany, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 225 kilometres south to New York to tick off its popular sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in the United States, head for Boston, about 225 kilometres east of Albany. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are key reasons to visit.