Albany Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or are just quickly passing through, our Albany Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

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ALB Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Albany International Airport.

What to Expect

Albany International Airport (code: ALB) features a two-level terminal with three concourses (A, B, and C) connected by a central atrium. Shops and eateries are available across all concourses airside, with limited but sufficient landside options. Vending machines are the only option after shops and eateries close for the night. The airport offers free WiFi. While the airport does not host private lounges, a military lounge exists.

Sleeping in Albany Airport

albany airport guide After security checkpoints close for the night, passengers are restricted to the landside and must clear security when the secure zone re-opens in the morning. Travellers report that comfortable seating is easy to find and that there are private nooks suitable for reasonable sleep. While there are comfortable chairs in the ticketing area, it remains brightly lit during the night, and some reviewers found the classical background music annoying. The third-level observation room is carpeted and contains benches, and is described as a viable option. There is also a dimly lit adjacent conference room that has comfortable seating and benches. Whatever option you choose, consider earplugs/noise-cancelling headphones to account for noise, which is deemed the biggest sleep hindrance. For uninterrupted sleep, there are hotels near the airport. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.

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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.

Airport Hours

The terminal is open 24 hours.

TSA security checkpoints generally open around 4:00 AM and close after the final departures of the day (often late evening, but times vary). Once security closes, passengers must remain landside until checkpoints reopen. Airline check-in and baggage drop hours vary by carrier and flight schedule; confirm details directly with your airline before arriving.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

No dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones exist; though informal spots with padded seating are scattered around. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

Albany Airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in Albany airport sounds like a nightmare, there are nearby hotels that provide free airport shuttles:

Hilton Garden Inn (0.5 mi)
Tru by Hilton (0.5 mi)
Baymont by Wyndham Latham (0.7 mi)
Crowne Plaza Albany – The Desmond Hotel by IHG (1.3 mi)
Homewood Suites by Hilton (1.5 mi)
Courtyard by Marriott (1.6 mi)
Hampton Inn & Suites (1.6 mi)
Fairfield Inn & Suites (1.6 mi)

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

There are no pay-per-use airport lounges. See information on the Business Center below.

Military Lounges

Capt. John J. McKenna IV Military Courtesy Room – Location: 3rd Level, near the Observation Area. Amenities: A 10’x20’ room featuring comfortable seating, large-screen TV, computer, free WIFI, refrigerator, food & beverages, books, and DVDs. Lounge Access: open to enlisted military and their families.

Drinking Water

Water bottle refill stations are available. Known locations include Concourse A, near Gate B5, and near Gate C1.

Food & Drinks

Food and beverage options are spread across the concourses and the main food court, with most locations closing in the evening. There are no 24-hour food outlets. Vending machines are available on the baggage claim level.

Food Court: McDonald’s • Silks Saratoga Bistro • Starbucks • The Market • Chick-Fil-A • Wolfgang Puck Pizza • Greenleaf
Concourse A: Adirondack Lodge
Concourse B: Hudson Valley Wine Bar
Concourse C: ALB Local

Luggage Storage & Lockers

Luggage storage services and lockers are not available. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

Mobile Charging

Power outlets and charging stations are available near gates airside and inside the Business Center area. Availability can be limited during busy periods.

Showers

Public shower facilities are not available. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

WiFi / Internet

Free unlimited WiFi is available at Albany Airport. Connect to the “AirportWiFiFree” network.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Arts & Culture Program – Art exhibitions are displayed throughout the terminal. An art gallery on the Observation Level (Level 3) is open daily from 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available landside and airside. Machines are operated by KeyBank and Bank of America. Fees may apply depending on your bank.
Baby Care Facilities – Baby-changing tables are available in restrooms throughout the terminal.
Baggage Trolleys – Baggage trolleys are available in the baggage claim area. A small usage fee applies, with a partial refund upon return.
Business Center – A Business Center offers internet workstations, TV seating, and limited business services. Entry is free, but some services may require payment.
Currency Exchange – Travelex provides currency exchange services in the landside baggage claim area. Hours are typically 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM, but may vary.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Standard newsstands and retail shops are located throughout Concourses A, B, and C.
The DEPARTURE Museum Shop, located near baggage claim, features art-focused gifts and souvenirs and operates during daytime hours.
Information Desk – An Information Desk is available on the first floor between ticket counters and baggage claim. Hours vary by day but generally cover early morning through late evening. Volunteer Airport Ambassadors circulate throughout the terminal and can be identified by their red blazers.
Observation Deck – An observation deck on Level 3 offers views of aircraft movements and is open during daytime and evening hours.
Postal Services – A mailbox is available near the Information Desk. Postage stamps can be purchased at the desk during operating hours.
Prayer Room – An interfaith prayer room is available airside in Concourse C.
Smoking – Smoking is not permitted inside the terminal. Designated smoking areas are located outside the building.
Travel Agencies – Travel agency services are not available.

Airlines

Albany Airport is served by the following airlines: Allegiant Airlines • American Airlines • Delta Air Lines • Frontier Airlines • JetBlue Airways • Southwest Airlines • United Airlines.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Bus and Coach

The Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) bus network connects Albany Airport to most areas in the city. For information about fares and schedules, visit the CDTA website. Adirondack Trailways offers service to the entire Adirondack region and the New York City corridor up to Montreal, Canada. Tickets are sold online or at the airport’s Information Desk. For information on fares and schedules, visit the Adirondack Trailways website. Premiere Transportation services the three major NYC metropolitan airports: JFK, Newark-Liberty and LaGuardia. For information on fares and schedules, visit the Premiere Transportation website. Vermont Translines offers daily service between the airport and popular Vermont destinations, including Bennington, Manchester, Rutland and Burlington. Visit the Translines website.

Car Rentals

The following car rental agencies are located on-site in the Baggage Claim area: Avis • Budget • Enterprise • Hertz • National/Alamo.

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Hotel Shuttles

Several area hotels provide airport shuttle service. Hotels can be contacted from the airport via direct-line courtesy phone at the Lodging and Transportation Center located in Baggage Claim. The hotel shuttle stop is in the Commercial Lane, directly across from the terminal.

See Airport Hotels above.

Ridesharing

Lyft and Uber are available. Cars wait for passengers nearby and will arrive in 3-5 minutes once dispatched.

Taxi

Metered taxis are available at the taxi stand in the Commercial Lane across from the terminal. Only Capitaland Taxis are authorized to operate from this taxi stand. Still, with prior arrangements made, passengers may be picked up or dropped off by any taxi service provider of their choice. Capitaland taxis accept cash and credit cards.

Last updated: 2026-01-19

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.