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$41+ Cheap flights from California to Albuquerque (ABQ)

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wt. 8/5
wt. 8/12
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Cheap flight deals from California to Albuquerque

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Albuquerque flight deals. Data was last updated Lipiec 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$111
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$51
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$353

Good round-trip deal

$196 or less

Good one-way deal

$98 or less
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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 Lipiec 31, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
czw. 9/116:45 amSNA - ABQ
1 stop5h 39mSpirit Airlines
czw. 9/252:19 pmABQ - SNA
1 stop8h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$111
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
czw. 9/187:00 amBUR - ABQ
1 stop5h 24mSpirit Airlines
czw. 9/252:19 pmABQ - BUR
1 stop3h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$115
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
czw. 9/116:15 amSAN - ABQ
1 stop6h 09mSpirit Airlines
czw. 9/182:19 pmABQ - SAN
1 stop5h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$115
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
czw. 9/116:00 amSJC - ABQ
1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines
czw. 9/182:19 pmABQ - SJC
1 stop11h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$149
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
śr. 9/38:25 pmSMF - ABQ
1 stop15h 59mSpirit Airlines
ndz. 9/72:19 pmABQ - SMF
1 stop19h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$164
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
śr. 9/107:45 pmSAN - ABQ
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
śr. 9/1710:25 amABQ - SAN
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$165
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
sob. 8/309:45 amSAN - ABQ
1 stop3h 55mAmerican Airlines
sob. 9/63:19 pmABQ - SAN
1 stop5h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$185
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
czw. 9/116:00 amOAK - ABQ
1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines
ndz. 9/142:19 pmABQ - OAK
2 stops20h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$212
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
śr. 8/279:20 amBUR - ABQ
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
czw. 8/282:10 pmABQ - BUR
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
sob. 9/278:55 amLAX - ABQ
Nonstop2h 02mDelta
sob. 10/46:00 amABQ - LAX
Nonstop2h 09mDelta
Deal found 7/31$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
czw. 9/411:45 amOAK - ABQ
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
wt. 9/910:55 amABQ - OAK
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
czw. 8/2110:00 amLGB - ABQ
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
pon. 8/2510:35 amABQ - LGB
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$217

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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 Lipiec 31, 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

Santa AnaAlbuquerque

SNA - ABQ

SNAABQ

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

czw. 9/11

6:45 am-1:24 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Albuquerque

czw. 9/25

2:19 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$111

BurbankAlbuquerque

BUR - ABQ

BURABQ

Burbank Bob Hope

czw. 9/18

7:00 am-1:24 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Albuquerque

czw. 9/25

2:19 pm-4:52 pm

1 stop3h 33m

$115

San DiegoAlbuquerque

SAN - ABQ

SANABQ

San Diego

czw. 9/11

6:15 am-1:24 pm

1 stop6h 09m

Albuquerque

czw. 9/18

2:19 pm-6:42 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$115

San JoseAlbuquerque

SJC - ABQ

SJCABQ

San Jose

czw. 9/11

6:00 am-1:24 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Albuquerque

czw. 9/18

2:19 pm-12:24 am

1 stop11h 05m

$149

SacramentoAlbuquerque

SMF - ABQ

SMFABQ

Sacramento Intl

śr. 9/3

8:25 pm-1:24 pm

1 stop15h 59m

Albuquerque

ndz. 9/7

2:19 pm-8:38 am

1 stop19h 19m

$164

San DiegoAlbuquerque

SAN - ABQ

SANABQ

San Diego

śr. 9/10

7:45 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Albuquerque

śr. 9/17

10:25 am-11:15 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$165

San DiegoAlbuquerque

SAN - ABQ

SANABQ

San Diego

sob. 8/30

9:45 am-2:40 pm

1 stop3h 55m

Albuquerque

sob. 9/6

3:19 pm-7:24 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$185

OaklandAlbuquerque

OAK - ABQ

OAKABQ

Oakland

czw. 9/11

6:00 am-1:24 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Albuquerque

ndz. 9/14

2:19 pm-10:01 am

2 stops20h 42m

$212

Los AngelesAlbuquerque

LAX - ABQ

LAXABQ

Los Angeles

sob. 9/27

8:55 am-11:57 am

Nonstop2h 02m

Albuquerque

sob. 10/4

6:00 am-7:09 am

Nonstop2h 09m

$217

BurbankAlbuquerque

BUR - ABQ

BURABQ

Burbank Bob Hope

śr. 8/27

9:20 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Albuquerque

czw. 8/28

2:10 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$217

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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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $435). 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 Lipiec 31, 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 Lipiec 31, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to ABQ are scheduled on a Thursday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

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 Lipiec 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from California to Albuquerque by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,902 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 $51. Users have also found prices from $80 and $83 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: Finnair (100%), Southwest (91%), Aeromexico( 91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Albuquerque?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Albuquerque is $98. On average you can expect to pay $255. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Albuquerque), can usually be booked for $151.

  • 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, 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $435). 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 Lipiec 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$64Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$217Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$291Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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