Washington to Albany flights
Direct and connecting flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Albany International Airport (ALB) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Washington to Albany take?
Flight time from Washington (DCA) to Albany (ALB) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Washington to Albany?
Airline availability for DCA to ALB changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Washington to Albany?
Direct (nonstop) availability on DCA to ALB varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- JIA5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- Republic Airlines5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- ENY5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| JIA | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Republic Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| ENY | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning DCA → ALB
DCA to ALB is a short-haul route of 512 km (318 mi). See the return ALB → DCA route.
Alternative airports near Washington: Camp Springs (ADW) — 15 km, Fort Belvoir (DAA) — 20 km, Fort Meade (FME) — 35 km.
Alternative airports near Albany: Scotia NY (SCH) — 16 km, Queensbury (GFL) — 68 km, Rutland (RUT) — 111 km.