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

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 3/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ABQ — SNA
Mar 10 — Mar 171
Mon 3/10
Mon 3/17
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$161
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$72
(Mytrip)

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August

Average price

$295
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Cheapest flights from Albuquerque to Orange County
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albuquerque to Orange County. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 5, 2025.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/174:27 pmABQ - SNA
1 stop5h 25mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/256:45 amSNA - ABQ
1 stop5h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/3$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.
Wed 4/26:35 amABQ - SNA
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Wed 4/96:45 amSNA - ABQ
1 stop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 3/3$282
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.
Sat 4/265:30 amABQ - SNA
1 stop4h 34mDelta
Sat 4/265:10 pmSNA - ABQ
1 stop4h 56mDelta
Deal found 3/4$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Mon 4/146:19 pmABQ - LGB
1 stop4h 26mDelta
Sat 4/195:00 pmLGB - ABQ
1 stop5h 06mDelta
Deal found 3/5$301
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Fri 3/288:45 amABQ - SNA
1 stop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/297:35 pmSNA - ABQ
1 stop3h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/5$327
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Sat 6/1410:10 amABQ - LGB
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Wed 6/182:40 pmLGB - ABQ
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/5$353
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Sat 3/299:30 amABQ - SNA
3 stops12h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/307:45 amSNA - ABQ
1 stop4h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$381
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.
Wed 4/168:00 amABQ - SNA
2 stops14h 57mAlaska Airlines
Mon 4/216:45 amSNA - ABQ
2 stops14h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/4$443
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/295:30 amABQ - SNA
1 stop4h 44mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/17:25 amSNA - ABQ
2 stops13h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/5$512

Find flights from Albuquerque to Orange County within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Albuquerque to Orange County 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 5, 2025.

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Albuquerque

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Orange County

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AlbuquerqueSanta Ana

ABQ - SNA

ABQSNA

Albuquerque

Mon 3/17

4:27 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/25

6:45 am-1:16 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$161

AlbuquerqueSanta Ana

ABQ - SNA

ABQSNA

Albuquerque

Wed 4/2

6:35 am-12:30 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/9

6:45 am-11:15 am

1 stop3h 30m

$282

AlbuquerqueSanta Ana

ABQ - SNA

ABQSNA

Albuquerque

Sat 4/26

12:40 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/29

5:10 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$287

AlbuquerqueLong Beach

ABQ - LGB

ABQLGB

Albuquerque

Mon 4/14

6:19 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop4h 26m

Long Beach Municipal

Sat 4/19

5:00 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$301

AlbuquerqueSanta Ana

ABQ - SNA

ABQSNA

Albuquerque

Fri 3/28

8:45 am-12:39 pm

1 stop4h 54m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 3/29

7:35 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop3h 23m

$327

AlbuquerqueLong Beach

ABQ - LGB

ABQLGB

Albuquerque

Sat 6/14

10:10 am-11:05 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Long Beach Municipal

Wed 6/18

2:40 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$353

AlbuquerqueSanta Ana

ABQ - SNA

ABQSNA

Albuquerque

Sat 3/29

9:30 am-9:28 pm

3 stops12h 58m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 3/30

7:45 am-1:16 pm

1 stop4h 31m

$381

AlbuquerqueSanta Ana

ABQ - SNA

ABQSNA

Albuquerque

Wed 4/16

8:00 am-9:57 pm

2 stops14h 57m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 4/21

6:45 am-9:50 pm

2 stops14h 05m

$443

AlbuquerqueSanta Ana

ABQ - SNA

ABQSNA

Albuquerque

Sun 6/29

5:30 am-9:14 am

1 stop4h 44m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/1

7:25 am-9:28 pm

2 stops13h 03m

$512

AlbuquerqueSanta Ana

ABQ - SNA

ABQSNA

Albuquerque

Tue 3/25

2:11 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$72

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Travel insights for flights from Albuquerque to Orange County

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to Orange County (average of $298). Flying from Albuquerque to Orange County in June is currently the most expensive (average of $415). 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 KFI?

Find hourly flight availability from Albuquerque to Orange County. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 5, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Orange County by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Orange County ranges from 0.0 - 3.1 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Orange County when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Orange County by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Orange County, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August 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 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Orange County

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Orange County. 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 Orange County. Reviews last updated March 5, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Albuquerque to Orange County 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
4,321 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
4,321 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
9,711 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
8,044 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
8,655 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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

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

    Most people fly from Albuquerque (ABQ) if they book a flight from Albuquerque to Orange County. Albuquerque is conveniently located just 3.9 mi from Albuquerque’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Albuquerque to Orange County are Spirit Airlines ($72), Southwest ($89), and Delta ($119).

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to Orange County (average of $298). Flying from Albuquerque to Orange County in June is currently the most expensive (average of $415). 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 Albuquerque to Orange County

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Albuquerque to Orange County. 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 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$117Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$341Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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