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$72+ Cheap flights from Orange County to Albuquerque (ABQ)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — ABQ
Mar 9 — Mar 161
Sun 3/9
Sun 3/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Orange County to Albuquerque

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Round-trip from

$161
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$72
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$283
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Cheapest flights from Orange County to Albuquerque
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Orange County to Albuquerque. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 4, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Tue 3/256:45 amSNA - ABQ
1 stop5h 31mSpirit Airlines
Thu 3/272:11 pmABQ - SNA
1 stop8h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/4$161
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1010:10 amLGB - ABQ
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Mon 4/141:00 pmABQ - LGB
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 3/3$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Wed 4/165:00 pmLGB - ABQ
1 stop5h 06mDelta
Sun 4/206:19 pmABQ - LGB
1 stop4h 26mDelta
Deal found 3/4$261
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 3/295:15 pmSNA - ABQ
1 stop4h 29mDelta
Wed 4/25:30 amABQ - SNA
1 stop4h 39mDelta
Deal found 3/3$287
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/67:45 amSNA - ABQ
1 stop4h 31mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/54:38 pmABQ - SNA
1 stop6h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4$314
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/306:45 amSNA - ABQ
2 stops7h 15mSouthwest
Mon 6/26:50 pmABQ - SNA
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 3/4$342
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Wed 3/1912:30 pmSNA - ABQ
1 stop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 3/236:00 amABQ - SNA
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/4$371
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/27:00 amSNA - ABQ
2 stops15h 59mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/54:38 pmABQ - SNA
1 stop22h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/4$428
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 3/117:45 amSNA - ABQ
1 stop6h 28mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/257:43 amABQ - SNA
2 stops14h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/4$430

Find flights from Orange County to Albuquerque within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Orange County 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 March 4, 2025.

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Santa AnaAlbuquerque

SNA - ABQ

SNAABQ

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/25

6:45 am-1:16 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Albuquerque

Thu 3/27

2:11 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$161

Long BeachAlbuquerque

LGB - ABQ

LGBABQ

Long Beach Municipal

Thu 4/10

10:10 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Albuquerque

Mon 4/14

1:00 pm-2:00 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$177

Long BeachAlbuquerque

LGB - ABQ

LGBABQ

Long Beach Municipal

Wed 4/16

5:00 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Albuquerque

Sun 4/20

6:19 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop4h 26m

$261

Santa AnaAlbuquerque

SNA - ABQ

SNAABQ

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 3/29

5:15 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop4h 29m

Albuquerque

Wed 4/2

5:30 am-9:09 am

1 stop4h 39m

$287

Santa AnaAlbuquerque

SNA - ABQ

SNAABQ

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 4/6

7:45 am-1:16 pm

1 stop4h 31m

Albuquerque

Mon 5/5

4:38 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$314

Santa AnaAlbuquerque

SNA - ABQ

SNAABQ

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/30

6:45 am-3:00 pm

2 stops7h 15m

Albuquerque

Mon 6/2

6:50 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$342

Santa AnaAlbuquerque

SNA - ABQ

SNAABQ

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/19

12:30 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Albuquerque

Sun 3/23

6:00 am-11:40 am

1 stop6h 40m

$371

Santa AnaAlbuquerque

SNA - ABQ

SNAABQ

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/2

7:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops15h 59m

Albuquerque

Mon 5/5

4:38 pm-2:19 pm

1 stop22h 41m

$428

Santa AnaAlbuquerque

SNA - ABQ

SNAABQ

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/30

5:53 pm-9:34 am

2 stops14h 41m

Albuquerque

Wed 6/4

7:05 am-12:12 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$463

Santa AnaAlbuquerque

SNA - ABQ

SNAABQ

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 3/31

3:33 pm-1:16 pm

1 stop20h 43m

$72

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Travel insights for flights from Orange County to Albuquerque

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Orange County to Albuquerque including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Albuquerque (average of $344). Flying from Orange County to Albuquerque in June is currently the most expensive (average of $452). 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 KFI to ABQ?

Find hourly flight availability from Orange County 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 March 4, 2025.

When flying from Orange County 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.

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 March 4, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Orange County to Albuquerque have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,331 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,331 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,331 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,713 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,331 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,061 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,331 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,319 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,331 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,678 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,331 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Orange County to Albuquerque. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Located just 3.9 mi from the city center, Albuquerque (ABQ) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Albuquerque from Orange County.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $72. Users have also found prices from $89 and $144 on Southwest and Delta, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Orange County to Albuquerque?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Orange County to Albuquerque.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Orange County 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 Orange County to Albuquerque?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Albuquerque (average of $344). Flying from Orange County to Albuquerque in June is currently the most expensive (average of $452). 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 3 airlines flying from Orange County to Albuquerque

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Orange County 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 March 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$116Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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