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$106+ Cheap flights from California 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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ABQ
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Albuquerque

Cheapest flights from California to Albuquerque
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Albuquerque. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/259:59 amSNA - ABQ
1 stop4h 32mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/16:00 amABQ - SNA
1 stop4h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$223
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/256:04 amLAS - ABQ
1 stop10h 56mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/18:54 amABQ - LAS
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$285
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:55 amSMF - ABQ
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Tue 1/610:50 amABQ - SMF
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$288
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/2412:55 pmONT - ABQ
1 stop21h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/316:00 amABQ - ONT
1 stop3h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/313:22 pmSJC - ABQ
1 stop5h 28mDelta
Thu 1/16:00 amABQ - SJC
1 stop27h 24mDelta
Deal found 12/17$340
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/316:55 pmLAX - ABQ
Nonstop1h 55mDelta
Sun 1/46:00 amABQ - LAX
Nonstop2h 26mDelta
Deal found 12/16$341
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/313:22 pmSJC - ABQ
1 stop5h 28mDelta
Tue 1/65:59 pmABQ - SJC
2 stops17h 58mDelta
Deal found 12/17$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/314:55 pmSMF - ABQ
1 stop5h 00mDelta
Sat 1/35:52 pmABQ - SMF
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Deal found 12/17$351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sat 12/276:52 pmBUR - ABQ
1 stop4h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/36:00 amABQ - BUR
1 stop4h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/316:00 amONT - ABQ
1 stop4h 51mDelta
Mon 1/58:10 amABQ - ONT
1 stop5h 06mDelta
Deal found 12/16$351
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/314:15 pmSNA - ABQ
1 stop4h 44mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/47:00 amABQ - SNA
1 stop7h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$355
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/316:10 amLAX - ABQ
1 stop10h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/37:10 amABQ - LAX
Nonstop2h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$363

Find flight deals from California to Albuquerque

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Round-trip from

$235
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One-way from

$106
(Delta)

Popular in

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Average price

$355

Good round-trip deal

$277 or less

Good one-way deal

$99 or less
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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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Albuquerque that are best for you.

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San DiegoAlbuquerque

SAN - ABQ

SANABQ

San Diego

Fri 2/13

10:37 am-5:18 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Albuquerque

Sun 2/15

8:10 am-12:13 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$237

San DiegoAlbuquerque

SAN - ABQ

SANABQ

San Diego

Thu 2/12

7:50 pm-12:06 am

1 stop3h 16m

Albuquerque

Sun 2/15

6:15 am-8:51 am

1 stop3h 36m

$237

San DiegoAlbuquerque

SAN - ABQ

SANABQ

San Diego

Thu 2/19

10:37 am-5:18 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Albuquerque

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-9:55 am

1 stop4h 55m

$237

San DiegoAlbuquerque

SAN - ABQ

SANABQ

San Diego

Wed 1/28

6:15 am-11:56 am

1 stop4h 41m

Albuquerque

Mon 2/2

5:35 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$237

San DiegoAlbuquerque

SAN - ABQ

SANABQ

San Diego

Fri 2/27

10:37 am-5:18 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Albuquerque

Sun 3/1

5:39 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$237

San DiegoAlbuquerque

SAN - ABQ

SANABQ

San Diego

Thu 1/15

4:20 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop3h 54m

Albuquerque

Mon 1/19

6:20 am-9:57 am

1 stop4h 37m

$237

San DiegoAlbuquerque

SAN - ABQ

SANABQ

San Diego

Thu 1/29

2:55 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Albuquerque

Sun 2/1

6:20 am-9:57 am

1 stop4h 37m

$237

Santa AnaAlbuquerque

SNA - ABQ

SNAABQ

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/20

1:17 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Albuquerque

Sat 1/24

11:05 am-3:10 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$240

Santa AnaAlbuquerque

SNA - ABQ

SNAABQ

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/20

9:51 am-4:54 pm

1 stop6h 03m

Albuquerque

Sat 1/24

8:10 am-6:17 pm

2 stops11h 07m

$245

OntarioAlbuquerque

ONT - ABQ

ONTABQ

Ontario

Sun 1/18

6:00 am-11:46 am

1 stop4h 46m

Albuquerque

Tue 1/20

5:59 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$255

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Best time to book a flight from California to Albuquerque

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Albuquerque (average of $64). Flying from California to Albuquerque in December is currently the most expensive (average of $203). 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 December 18, 2025.

When flying from California to Albuquerque, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Albuquerque. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California 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 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?

    The California to Albuquerque flight path was viewed by 10 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to Albuquerque?

    A quick flight from California to Albuquerque can take about 5h 41m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $237. California and Albuquerque are separated by a distance of 627 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $44. Users have also found prices from $79 and $84 on American Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Albuquerque, San Francisco - 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: Air France (93%), Delta (89%), KLM( 89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Albuquerque?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Albuquerque is $115. On average you can expect to pay $328. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Albuquerque), can usually be booked for $211.

  • 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.

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

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

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Albuquerque (average of $64). Flying from California to Albuquerque in December is currently the most expensive (average of $203). 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$64Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$146Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$192Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$217Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$287Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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