About This Route
Chicago to Albany is served by JetBlue, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and 1 more, offering multiple options for award travelers. Compare 9 loyalty programs to find the best value for your points. Award prices start from 12,500 points in economy. Use our search tool to check real-time award availability on this route.
Award Pricing Comparison
| Program | Economy | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aeroplan | 12,500 | 25,000 | -- |
| ANA Mileage Club | 20,000 | 50,000 | 75,000 |
| Virgin Points | 25,000 | 95,000 | -- |
| Avios (BA) | 27,500 | 88,000 | 75,000 |
| Emirates Skywards | 30,000 | 87,000 | 163,500 |
| Qatar Avios | 35,000 | 80,000 | 135,000 |
| Asia Miles | 40,000 | 98,500 | 145,000 |
| Turkish Miles | 45,000 | 90,000 | -- |
| Etihad Guest | 70,000 | 140,000 | 245,000 |
Points shown are approximate one-way prices. Actual pricing may vary based on dates, availability, and peak/off-peak periods.
Airlines Flying This Route
JetBlue
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United Airlines
UA
Alaska Airlines
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Southwest Airlines
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Best Programs for This Route
Aeroplan
Biz: 25,000 ptsANA Mileage Club
Biz: 50,000 ptsVirgin Points
Biz: 95,000 ptsAvios (BA)
Biz: 88,000 ptsEmirates Skywards
Biz: 87,000 ptsQatar Avios
Biz: 80,000 ptsAsia Miles
Biz: 98,500 ptsTurkish Miles
Biz: 90,000 ptsEtihad Guest
Biz: 140,000 ptsBooking Tips
- Aeroplan offers the cheapest economy award at 12,500 points
- Best business class value: Aeroplan at 25,000 points
- First class available from 75,000 points via ANA Mileage Club
- Book 6-11 months in advance for the best premium cabin availability
Frequently Asked Questions
How many points to fly from Chicago to Albany?
The cheapest option is Aeroplan starting at 12,500 points in economy. Compare 9 programs on this page to find the best value for your loyalty currency.
What is the cheapest business class from Chicago to Albany with points?
Aeroplan offers business class for 25,000 points one-way. Other options include ANA Mileage Club at 50,000 points.
Which loyalty programs can I use for ORD to ALB?
You can book this route with Aeroplan, ANA Mileage Club, Virgin Points, Avios (BA), Emirates Skywards, Qatar Avios, Asia Miles, Turkish Miles, Etihad Guest. Most of these programs accept transfers from major credit card currencies like Amex, Chase, and Capital One.
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