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$156+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — ABQ
Jan 10 — Jan 171
Sat 1/10
Sat 1/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Albuquerque
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Albuquerque. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/319:43 pmORD - ABQ
Nonstop3h 16mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/98:32 amABQ - ORD
Nonstop3h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/313:42 pmORD - ABQ
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/92:13 pmABQ - ORD
1 stop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$440
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/315:00 amMDW - ABQ
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Fri 1/98:35 amABQ - MDW
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$449
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/313:42 pmORD - ABQ
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/46:10 pmABQ - ORD
1 stop4h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$462
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/319:43 pmORD - ABQ
Nonstop3h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/46:30 pmABQ - ORD
1 stop10h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$466
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/245:15 amMDW - ABQ
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Fri 1/26:20 pmABQ - MDW
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$484
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/242:17 pmORD - ABQ
1 stop8h 27mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/286:10 pmABQ - ORD
1 stop4h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$484
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/315:00 amMDW - ABQ
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Sun 1/46:20 pmABQ - MDW
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$486
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/249:50 amMDW - ABQ
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Sun 12/289:45 pmABQ - MDW
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$503
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/314:25 pmORD - ABQ
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Fri 1/910:35 amABQ - ORD
2 stops11h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$519
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/269:43 pmORD - ABQ
Nonstop3h 16mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/16:00 amABQ - ORD
Nonstop3h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$536
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Thu 12/2510:56 amORD - ABQ
1 stop7h 18mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/26:10 pmABQ - ORD
1 stop4h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$543

Find flight deals from Chicago to Albuquerque

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Albuquerque (ABQ). 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 December 11, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$311
(Southwest)

One-way from

$156
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$483

Good round-trip deal

$400 or less

Good one-way deal

$234 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Albuquerque that are best for you.

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Chicago

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Albuquerque

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Depart

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Price

ChicagoAlbuquerque

MDW - ABQ

MDWABQ

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/28

2:45 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Albuquerque

Sat 1/31

8:15 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$311

ChicagoAlbuquerque

ORD - ABQ

ORDABQ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/14

9:10 am-11:40 am

Nonstop3h 30m

Albuquerque

Sat 2/21

12:48 pm-4:42 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

$311

ChicagoAlbuquerque

ORD - ABQ

ORDABQ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/28

5:40 am-11:40 am

1 stop7h 00m

Albuquerque

Sat 1/31

12:55 pm-4:51 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

$321

ChicagoAlbuquerque

MDW - ABQ

MDWABQ

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/6

6:45 am-12:53 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Albuquerque

Tue 1/13

1:59 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$331

ChicagoAlbuquerque

ORD - ABQ

ORDABQ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/6

8:45 am-1:13 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Albuquerque

Tue 1/13

8:00 am-2:40 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$331

ChicagoAlbuquerque

MDW - ABQ

MDWABQ

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/7

1:26 pm-9:58 pm

2 stops9h 32m

Albuquerque

Tue 2/10

2:00 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$336

ChicagoAlbuquerque

MDW - ABQ

MDWABQ

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/7

6:45 am-12:53 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Albuquerque

Wed 1/14

8:10 am-6:32 pm

2 stops9h 22m

$336

ChicagoAlbuquerque

MDW - ABQ

MDWABQ

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/15

7:55 am-10:10 am

Nonstop3h 15m

Albuquerque

Sun 1/18

8:35 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$341

ChicagoAlbuquerque

ORD - ABQ

ORDABQ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/7

10:35 am-9:58 pm

2 stops12h 23m

Albuquerque

Tue 2/10

7:05 am-5:55 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$341

ChicagoAlbuquerque

ORD - ABQ

ORDABQ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/13

2:10 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Albuquerque

Sat 2/21

12:48 pm-4:42 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

$367

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Albuquerque in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Albuquerque flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Albuquerque flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Albuquerque flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Albuquerque flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Albuquerque flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Albuquerque

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Albuquerque from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Albuquerque

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Albuquerque. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Albuquerque. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Albuquerque (average of $179). Flying from Chicago to Albuquerque in April is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 CHI to ABQ?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 11, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Albuquerque in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 13% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Albuquerque. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Albuquerque

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago 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 December 11, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to ABQ are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 December 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Chicago to Albuquerque. 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
7.9
Good
4,252 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,252 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,252 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,094 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,252 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,048 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,252 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago 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 Chicago?

    Located just 3.9 mi from the city center, Albuquerque is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Albuquerque from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Albuquerque (ABQ) should be relatively easy as there are 7 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Albuquerque?

    For as low as $311, Southwest can have you in Albuquerque from Chicago in 3h 10m. Chicago and Albuquerque are separated by a distance of 1118 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Albuquerque round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago to Albuquerque round-trip from $245. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $272, and American Airlines, from $275. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Albuquerque for 43% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $144. Southwest flights start at $145 while deals on American Airlines start at $155 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to Albuquerque from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (82%), Envoy Air (76%), Gulf Air( 75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Albuquerque?

    On average you can expect to pay $464 for a flight from Chicago to Albuquerque. The cheapest flight overall is $230 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Albuquerque) is currently priced at $311.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Albuquerque (average of $179). Flying from Chicago to Albuquerque in April is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 Chicago to Albuquerque

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$244Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$272Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$279Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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