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$144+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Albuquerque (ABQ)

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CMH — ABQ
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:00 pmCMH - ABQ
2 stops9h 10mSouthwest
Wed 12/312:10 pmABQ - CMH
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$340
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/277:15 pmCMH - ABQ
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Wed 12/312:10 pmABQ - CMH
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$586
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/218:17 amCMH - ABQ
1 stop6h 21mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/257:00 amABQ - CMH
1 stop6h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$686
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.
Sat 12/278:45 pmCMH - ABQ
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Fri 1/25:50 amABQ - CMH
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$732
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.
Fri 12/2612:40 pmCMH - ABQ
2 stops9h 10mSouthwest
Fri 1/25:30 amABQ - CMH
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$737

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Round-trip from

$308
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$144
(United Airlines)

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Average price

$499
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ColumbusAlbuquerque

CMH - ABQ

CMHABQ

Columbus

Fri 1/9

9:24 am-4:24 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Albuquerque

Tue 1/20

6:16 am-4:00 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$308

ColumbusAlbuquerque

CMH - ABQ

CMHABQ

Columbus

Sat 1/17

8:45 am-1:13 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Albuquerque

Tue 1/20

2:40 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$335

ColumbusAlbuquerque

CMH - ABQ

CMHABQ

Columbus

Sat 2/14

5:30 am-1:15 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Albuquerque

Wed 2/18

7:00 am-2:28 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$340

ColumbusAlbuquerque

CMH - ABQ

CMHABQ

Columbus

Mon 1/19

4:33 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Albuquerque

Sun 2/1

4:26 pm-12:04 am

1 stop5h 38m

$341

ColumbusAlbuquerque

CMH - ABQ

CMHABQ

Columbus

Fri 1/9

6:40 am-12:25 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Albuquerque

Tue 1/20

2:35 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$342

ColumbusAlbuquerque

CMH - ABQ

CMHABQ

Columbus

Thu 1/8

8:45 am-1:13 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Albuquerque

Sun 1/11

7:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$361

ColumbusAlbuquerque

CMH - ABQ

CMHABQ

Columbus

Tue 6/16

7:00 am-11:26 am

1 stop6h 26m

Albuquerque

Tue 6/23

12:50 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$367

ColumbusAlbuquerque

CMH - ABQ

CMHABQ

Columbus

Wed 2/25

5:00 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$144

ColumbusAlbuquerque

CMH - ABQ

CMHABQ

Columbus

Tue 1/13

7:00 am-11:47 am

1 stop6h 47m

$149

ColumbusAlbuquerque

CMH - ABQ

CMHABQ

Columbus

Wed 2/25

7:00 am-1:15 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$149

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Albuquerque

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Albuquerque. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus 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 Columbus to Albuquerque?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Albuquerque (average of $191). Flying from Columbus to Albuquerque in December is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 CMH to ABQ?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to Albuquerque in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

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

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

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 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus to Albuquerque by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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
9,091 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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
11,054 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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 Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Albuquerque (ABQ), located 3.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Columbus to Albuquerque. 4 airlines have flights to Albuquerque from Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Columbus to Albuquerque should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Albuquerque?

    Airlines like American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Columbus to Albuquerque in about 6h 28m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 32m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1339 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Albuquerque, with prices starting at $191. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $286 and $286, respectively. Delta is priced at 56% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $140 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and United Airlines, with prices starting from $143 and $143, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Albuquerque (average of $191). Flying from Columbus to Albuquerque in December is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 4 airlines flying from Columbus to Albuquerque

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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
DeltaCheapest$191Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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