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More About Flying To Albany from Erie

Route Information for Flights from Erie to Albany

Origin Airport IATA Code
ERI
Destination Airport IATA Code
ALB
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Traveling from Erie to Albany

Erie International Airport

Orbitz.com searches numerous airline options to find you flights from Erie to the destination of your choice. Erie International Airport is located on West 12th Street, approximately seven miles from the center of Erie. Three major airlines service the airport-United, Delta and US Airways. When you use Orbitz.com to search for flights, all of the available options are displayed, making it easy to find good deals and purchase a low-cost air ticket.

Parking and Transportation

The airport has long-term parking available for $11 per day or $66 per week. However, if you're traveling for more than three days, it's cheaper to take a cab to and from the airport. The Erie Yellow Cab company takes passengers from the downtown Erie area to the airport for a flat fee of $17. Buses also run from the downtown area to the airport numerous times per day. If you need your own set of wheels when you arrive at your destination, you can reserve a rental car on the Orbitz.com website, or purchase a package to save money.

Dining at the Airport

The ERI Café is a full-service restaurant located adjacent to the main lobby. The restaurant serves full meals, drinks and appetizers. If you just need a quick snack before your flight, there is a vending area across from the information desk. When you use Orbitz.com to find flights from Erie, all of your travel arrangements are taken care of before you get to the airport. This gives you plenty of time to relax and get something to eat before you hop on the plane.

Albany International Airport

Use Orbitz.com as your travel planner. The website searches hundreds of airlines at once to help you find cheap flights to Albany that fit your budget and needs. Albany International Airport, also known as Harry Riggs Albany Regional Airport, is located at the junction of Interstate Highways 90 and 87, almost seven miles northwest of Albany. Several airlines service the airport, including Air Canada, Cape Air, Delta Airlines, United Airlines, US Airways, and others. Whether looking for domestic or international flights, budget travelers should check Orbitz.com for bargain flights to Albany.

Transportation from Albany International Airport

There are several options for getting into the city once you've landed at the airport. The airport provides local, regional, and long-distance bus service. ShuttleFly buses leave the airport and head into town several times each hour. Adirondack Trailways offers direct or connecting service to many of the surrounding cities. If you prefer to travel by car, Capitaland Taxi is located just outside the baggage claim, or you can choose to rent a car from Avis or Budget, among others. A number of area hotels provide their customers with transportation to and from the Albany International Airport. Orbitz.com can help you find the best hotel accommodation that includes free transportation to and from the airport.

Weather in Albany, NY

If you're visiting Albany in January, be sure to pack some warm clothes, because it's Albany's coldest month, when the average temperature overnight is 13°F. In July, the warmest month, the average daytime temperature rises to 82°F. The driest month in Albany is February, when there is very little precipitation.

Things to Do in Albany

Art and history buffs will love to visit the New York State Museum, which has free admission, and the New York State Capitol, a magnificent 19th-century building. If you're visiting the city in winter, you can ice-skate near the Egg, a magnificent construction resembling a giant egg on the Albany skyline. Check for discount tickets for many attractions in the city when you book your cheap flights to Albany with Orbitz.com.

Frequently asked questions

What is the shortest flight from Erie to Albany?
The journey from Erie to Albany can be as quick as 2 hours and 44 minutes. With an easy flight time like this, why not round up some friends and take off on a spur-of-the-moment getaway?
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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