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$48+ Cheap flights from California to Albuquerque (ABQ)

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LAX — ABQ
Apr 21 — Apr 281
Mon 4/21
Mon 4/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Albuquerque

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$98
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$48
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$267

Good round-trip deal

$217 or less

Good one-way deal

$143 or less
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/88:35 amLAS - ABQ
Nonstop1h 34mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/1112:04 pmABQ - LAS
Nonstop1h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/15$98
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Thu 5/86:15 amSAN - ABQ
1 stop3h 54mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/1112:04 pmABQ - SAN
1 stop12h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/15$153
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/156:45 amSNA - ABQ
1 stop3h 24mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/2212:04 pmABQ - SNA
1 stop10h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/16$171
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/186:00 amLAX - ABQ
1 stop4h 09mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/2212:04 pmABQ - LAX
1 stop10h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/16$174
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/82:00 pmLAS - ABQ
1 stop8h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1112:04 pmABQ - LAS
Nonstop1h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$221
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/257:05 pmLAS - ABQ
1 stop3h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/276:00 amABQ - LAS
1 stop3h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$226
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/16:28 amLAS - ABQ
1 stop4h 30mDelta
Sat 7/511:55 amABQ - LAS
1 stop5h 20mDelta
Deal found 4/15$231
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Thu 5/226:00 amSJC - ABQ
1 stop4h 09mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/2512:04 pmABQ - SJC
1 stop4h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/16$234
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1310:46 amLAS - ABQ
2 stops10h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/201:35 pmABQ - LAS
1 stop6h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/15$236
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/86:00 amLAX - ABQ
1 stop4h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/111:25 pmABQ - LAX
Nonstop2h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$237
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/225:45 amOAK - ABQ
1 stop4h 24mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/2512:04 pmABQ - OAK
2 stops22h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/16$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/247:59 pmLAX - ABQ
Nonstop1h 56mDelta
Sun 5/256:00 amABQ - LAX
Nonstop2h 13mDelta
Deal found 4/16$243

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Albuquerque that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Albuquerque that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Albuquerque

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasAlbuquerque

LAS - ABQ

LASABQ

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/8

8:35 am-11:09 am

Nonstop1h 34m

Albuquerque

Sun 5/11

12:04 pm-12:48 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$98

San DiegoAlbuquerque

SAN - ABQ

SANABQ

San Diego

Thu 5/8

6:15 am-11:09 am

1 stop3h 54m

Albuquerque

Sun 5/11

12:04 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop12h 52m

$153

Santa AnaAlbuquerque

SNA - ABQ

SNAABQ

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/15

6:45 am-11:09 am

1 stop3h 24m

Albuquerque

Thu 5/22

12:04 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop10h 13m

$171

Los AngelesAlbuquerque

LAX - ABQ

LAXABQ

Los Angeles

Sun 5/18

6:00 am-11:09 am

1 stop4h 09m

Albuquerque

Thu 5/22

12:04 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop10h 11m

$174

Las VegasAlbuquerque

LAS - ABQ

LASABQ

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/8

2:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Albuquerque

Sun 5/11

12:04 pm-12:48 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$221

Las VegasAlbuquerque

LAS - ABQ

LASABQ

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 5/25

7:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop3h 54m

Albuquerque

Tue 5/27

6:00 am-8:58 am

1 stop3h 58m

$226

Las VegasAlbuquerque

LAS - ABQ

LASABQ

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 7/1

6:28 am-11:58 am

1 stop4h 30m

Albuquerque

Sat 7/5

11:55 am-4:15 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$231

San JoseAlbuquerque

SJC - ABQ

SJCABQ

San Jose

Thu 5/22

6:00 am-11:09 am

1 stop4h 09m

Albuquerque

Sun 5/25

12:04 pm-3:38 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$234

Las VegasAlbuquerque

LAS - ABQ

LASABQ

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/13

10:46 am-10:00 pm

2 stops10h 14m

Albuquerque

Tue 5/20

1:35 pm-7:04 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$236

Los AngelesAlbuquerque

LAX - ABQ

LAXABQ

Los Angeles

Thu 5/8

6:00 am-11:09 am

1 stop4h 09m

Albuquerque

Sun 5/11

1:25 pm-2:38 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

$237

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Best time to book a flight from California to Albuquerque

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Albuquerque

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Albuquerque?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Albuquerque (average of $344). Flying from California to Albuquerque in June is currently the most expensive (average of $445). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to ABQ?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Albuquerque. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 16, 2025.

When flying from California to Albuquerque, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from California to Albuquerque

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Albuquerque. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 16, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to ABQ are scheduled on a Tuesday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

Rainfall in Albuquerque by month

Plan your trip to Albuquerque by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Albuquerque ranges from 0.4 - 1.6 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.6 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Albuquerque when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Albuquerque by month

Plan your trip to Albuquerque by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Albuquerque, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Albuquerque

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Albuquerque. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Albuquerque. Reviews last updated April 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from California to Albuquerque have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,282 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,380 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,665 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Albuquerque from California?

    Albuquerque (ABQ), located 3.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from California to Albuquerque.

  • How popular is this California to Albuquerque flight route?

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Albuquerque one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $48. Users have also found prices from $106 and $111 on Southwest and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Albuquerque?

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Albuquerque, Los Angeles - Albuquerque or Ontario - Albuquerque when deciding on the best route from California to Albuquerque.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Albuquerque?

    Before booking your flight to Albuquerque from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Virgin Atlantic (98%), Alaska Airlines (96%), Scandinavian Airlines( 96%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Albuquerque?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Albuquerque is $88. On average you can expect to pay $387. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Albuquerque), can usually be booked for $267.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Albuquerque that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Albuquerque flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Albuquerque?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Albuquerque by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Albuquerque?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Albuquerque (average of $344). Flying from California to Albuquerque in June is currently the most expensive (average of $445). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from California to Albuquerque

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from California to Albuquerque. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$64Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$189Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$197Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$266Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$281Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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