New Direct Flight From Upstate NY to Florida in 2026

Just when we are going to need to get away, there will be another easy way to get to some Florida sunshine.

Albany International Airport is adding a direct flight to Fort Lauderdale this winter, which means one more simple escape when we are tired of scraping windshields in the dark.

Allegiant is launching the new nonstop route in February. The flights will be on Mondays and Fridays. That makes it perfect for a quick weekend getaway or a longer stretch if you want to soak up some sun before coming back to reality. Allegiant already flies to a bunch of spots from Albany, including other cities in Florida, Nashville, and Myrtle Beach, so this new option fits right into their lineup.

When I checked Tuesday afternoon, round-trip fares for early March were $194. Just keep in mind that with low-cost carriers, the base ticket is pretty bare bones. You can add things like a carry-on bag or seat selection if you want them.

Even with this addition, Albany already has direct flights to Fort Lauderdale through JetBlue and Southwest. Florida is clearly a favorite for travelers here. Out of roughly twenty-five nonstop routes from Albany, nine of them head to Florida.

The airport is also in the middle of some big changes. A major terminal expansion is happening, concourse A is getting a refresh, and two new gates are on the way. Plus, Breeze Airways joined the mix in June with new service to Charleston and Raleigh-Durham. It all adds up to more choices when the winter chill hits and we start dreaming of warm sand.

Check out all of the nonstop and direct flights from Albany International Airport.