Alaska Airlines from Denver to Albany International Airport

Oh, denizens of the Mile-High City! You must surely be bored stiff with your stunning mountain vistas, crisp alpine air, and that incessant sunshine (isn't 300 days of sunniness too much, anyway?). It's time for a change of scenery. Put away those skis, my friends, pack your bags, and let's venture from the majestic Rockies to the...err...less majestic but still delightful Hudson Valley of New York! Indeed, we're heading from Denver to Albany, on a whimsical journey adorned with the classiest airline ever: Alaska Airlines.

Now, you might be thinking, "Alaska airlines? Really? Isn't that why we have...Alaska?" Fear not, good people, Alaska Airlines removes the best part of our icy neighbor to the north - its flight services, and delivers it minus the polar bears and below zero temperatures. A little known fact about Alaska, the coldest it's ever been there is a bracing -80 degrees Fahrenheit (and you thought Denver winters were bad)! Thankfully, apartments in Albany don't come with built-in igloos. You'll be just fine packing your regular clothes.

Getting from Denver to Albany might seem like a fortnight's trek in a horse-drawn carriage, but it's smoother than a jazzy saxophone solo when you soar through the skies with Alaska. You can choose the non-stop direct flights (no, not as direct as teleportation) or if you're the adventurous lot who live for layovers, then connecting flights are your jam. Layovers are the secret ingredient for an exciting travel story. Trust me, everybody loves a good "So, there I was in 'X' airport buying an overpriced sandwich..." tale.

So now, you must be wondering, "When is the best time to book?". Well, you asked that at precisely the right time, savvy reader. Trick question, there's no perfect science to book cheap flights. The best time is any time you can click that "Book" button without feeling like you've just donated your life savings to the flight gods. But hey, think of it as an investment in broadening your horizons and appeasing your unquenchable wanderlust—a cheaper alternative to therapy, perhaps?

Alaska Airlines makes sure you don’t feel like livestock on their flights. Depending on your taste and budget, bask in the luxury of first-class, relax in premium economy, or make friends (willing or unwilling) with the person next to you in economy class. They’ve got options for all, it's like an in-flight social experiment! It's always amusing to see if business class folks look any less grumpy after a flight than the lowly commoners in economy. Spoiler alert: they don’t.

And let's not forget about the baggage allowance. Treat your luggage as your knight in shining armor, coming with you on your daring expedition. Though it would help if your knight didn't weigh more than 50 pounds. Look at it this way, it's a great opportunity to practice the art of minimalistic packing. Who needs that extra pair of jeans anyway? Keeping your belongings within the required limit is also a public service, saving fellow passengers from unsightly struggles with overhead compartments.

For those who can smell a deal from a mile away, take advantage of their mileage program. Become a Frequent flyer and you can practically levitate in an aura of superiority. All those additional miles imply that you're not just a traveler; you're a sky warrior. Plus, you get to board first and stake claim on the cabin's overhead real estate.

So, brave Denverites, is it time for a refreshing retreat to the underrated Hudson Valley? Absolutely. Remember, flying from Denver to Albany with Alaska Airlines is not just a journey; it's a leap into an aviation adventure. So, let the wandering begin!