Flight Time from Albany to New York City
The flight from Albany to New York City covers about 135 mi and takes roughly 45 min nonstop. Flight duration estimate and fare guide.
Albany and New York City are about 135 mi (217 km) apart in a straight line. By road that works out to roughly 175 mi (281 km), a drive of about 3 hr 8 min. A nonstop flight covers the great-circle distance in approximately 45 min.
| Straight-line distance | 135 mi / 217 km |
| Road distance (est.) | 175 mi / 281 km |
| Driving time (est.) | 3 hr 8 min |
| Nonstop flight (est.) | 45 min |
| Driving fuel (est., 1-way) | $22 |
| Typical flight fare | $80–$250 |
| Geographic midpoint | 41.684, -73.883 |
How these estimates work
Straight-line distance uses the haversine formula on each city's coordinates. Road distance applies a circuity factor (~1.2–1.4×) and driving time a blended average speed. Flight time uses typical jet cruise speed plus ~30 minutes for taxi, climb and descent. Treat all figures as planning estimates.
Frequently asked questions
Albany to New York City is about 135 mi (217 km) in a straight line, and roughly 175 mi (281 km) by road.