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$100+ Cheap flights from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Irvine, CA

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The best prices from Albuquerque to Irvine are usually found in August or September, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Albuquerque to Irvine

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Irvine (IR9). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$197
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$100
(Mytrip)

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December

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August

Average price

$320
From Albuquerque to Irvine
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Cheapest flights from Albuquerque to Irvine
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albuquerque to Irvine. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 21, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
vie. 2/216:02 pmABQ - LAX
Nonstop2h 26mAmerican Airlines
lun. 2/248:08 pmLAX - ABQ
Nonstop1h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$197
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/74:27 pmABQ - LAX
1 stop6h 12mSpirit Airlines
vie. 3/149:00 amLAX - ABQ
1 stop5h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$199
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 2/122:18 pmABQ - LAX
1 stop8h 14mMultiple Airlines
mié. 2/192:39 pmLAX - ABQ
Nonstop1h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$218
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
mar. 2/185:30 amABQ - LAX
1 stop7h 56mDelta
mar. 2/252:20 pmLAX - ABQ
Nonstop1h 59mDelta
Deal found 1/20$240
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
jue. 3/1311:05 amABQ - LAX
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
sáb. 3/159:15 amLAX - ABQ
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 1/21$272
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
jue. 3/67:00 amABQ - LAX
1 stop5h 23mUnited Airlines
jue. 3/64:14 pmLAX - ABQ
1 stop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$298
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
vie. 2/287:22 pmABQ - LAX
1 stop22h 50mAlaska Airlines
dom. 3/26:00 amLAX - ABQ
2 stops14h 51mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$368

Find flights from Albuquerque to Irvine within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Albuquerque to Irvine 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 enero 21, 2025.

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AlbuquerqueLos Angeles

ABQ - LAX

ABQLAX

Albuquerque

sáb. 4/26

5:30 am-11:13 am

1 stop6h 43m

Los Angeles

sáb. 5/3

3:40 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$202

AlbuquerqueLos Angeles

ABQ - LAX

ABQLAX

Albuquerque

mié. 2/12

2:18 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Los Angeles

mié. 2/19

2:39 pm-5:31 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

$218

AlbuquerqueLos Angeles

ABQ - LAX

ABQLAX

Albuquerque

mar. 2/18

5:30 am-12:26 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Los Angeles

mar. 2/25

2:20 pm-5:19 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

$240

AlbuquerqueLos Angeles

ABQ - LAX

ABQLAX

Albuquerque

jue. 3/6

6:25 am-7:51 am

Nonstop2h 26m

Los Angeles

jue. 3/6

10:00 am-9:47 pm

1 stop10h 47m

$243

AlbuquerqueLos Angeles

ABQ - LAX

ABQLAX

Albuquerque

mar. 5/13

1:35 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Los Angeles

dom. 6/8

5:05 am-12:37 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$355

AlbuquerqueLos Angeles

ABQ - LAX

ABQLAX

Albuquerque

mié. 3/19

3:55 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Los Angeles

mié. 3/26

1:40 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$368

AlbuquerqueLos Angeles

ABQ - LAX

ABQLAX

Albuquerque

jue. 3/6

8:00 am-4:36 pm

2 stops9h 36m

Los Angeles

jue. 3/6

9:02 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop23h 49m

$388

AlbuquerqueLos Angeles

ABQ - LAX

ABQLAX

Albuquerque

jue. 2/13

2:18 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$100

AlbuquerqueLos Angeles

ABQ - LAX

ABQLAX

Albuquerque

sáb. 2/22

6:00 am-7:18 am

Nonstop2h 18m

$142

AlbuquerqueLos Angeles

ABQ - LAX

ABQLAX

Albuquerque

mié. 3/12

6:30 am-7:52 am

Nonstop2h 22m

$149

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Best time to book a flight from Albuquerque to Irvine

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Travel insights for flights from Albuquerque to Irvine

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Albuquerque to Irvine?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Albuquerque to Irvine. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Albuquerque to Irvine is 26 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to Irvine (average of $246). Flying from Albuquerque to Irvine in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 ABQ to IR9?

Find hourly flight availability from Albuquerque to Irvine. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Albuquerque to Irvine as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Albuquerque to Irvine?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Albuquerque to Irvine. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Albuquerque to Irvine flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Albuquerque to Irvine

Explore weekly flight availability from Albuquerque to Irvine. 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 enero 21, 2025.

The most flights from ABQ to IR9 are scheduled on a Monday (29 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 Irvine by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Irvine ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Irvine when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Irvine by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Irvine, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Irvine

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Irvine. 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 Irvine. Reviews last updated enero 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Albuquerque to Irvine, such as Delta, United Airlines and Spirit Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Albuquerque to Irvine. 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 from for flights from Albuquerque to Irvine?

    For a flight from Albuquerque to Irvine, you will be flying from Albuquerque. Albuquerque (ABQ) is just 3.9 mi from the center of the city. Albuquerque is the only Albuquerque airport and it handles 24 outbound flights to Irvine per day. 5 airlines have flights to Irvine from Albuquerque on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this Albuquerque to Irvine flight route?

    This flight path from Albuquerque to Irvine was viewed by 42 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    $100 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $109 and $142, respectively.

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

    Consider Japan Airlines (95%), Qatar Airways (95%) or KLM (93%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Albuquerque to Irvine.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Albuquerque to Irvine?

    On average you can expect to pay $840 for a flight from Albuquerque to Irvine. The cheapest flight overall is $99 while the most popular route, (Albuquerque - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $98.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Albuquerque to Irvine?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albuquerque to Irvine 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 Albuquerque to Irvine?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to Irvine (average of $246). Flying from Albuquerque to Irvine in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 5 airlines flying from Albuquerque to Irvine

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Albuquerque to Irvine. 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 enero 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$85Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$203Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$204Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$256Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$323Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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