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$129+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — ABQ
Sep 10 — Sep 171
Thu 9/10
Thu 9/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Albuquerque
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Tue 9/88:30 pm -
Nonstop2h 29m
Tue 9/1512:00 pm -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 8/10$240
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Mon 9/711:56 am -
Nonstop2h 26m
Thu 9/102:05 pm -
Nonstop2h 13m
Deal found 8/10$246
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Sat 9/58:10 am -
1 stop9h 50m
Sun 9/67:25 am -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 8/10$250
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Thu 9/178:30 pm -
Nonstop2h 29m
Sat 9/191:39 pm -
1 stop5h 51m
Deal found 8/10$253
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Sat 10/178:25 am -
Nonstop2h 15m
Tue 10/202:40 pm -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 8/10$261
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 9/98:30 pm -
Nonstop2h 29m
Sat 9/127:50 am -
Nonstop2h 12m
Deal found 8/10$261
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Tue 9/88:40 pm -
Nonstop2h 15m
Tue 9/222:25 pm -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 8/10$264
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Sat 9/268:25 am -
Nonstop2h 10m
Tue 9/297:05 am -
Nonstop2h 00m
Deal found 8/10$265
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Tue 10/208:50 am -
Nonstop2h 15m
Sat 10/241:50 pm -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 8/9$266
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Sat 10/35:40 pm -
Nonstop2h 10m
Tue 10/67:05 am -
1 stop6h 30m
Deal found 8/10$271
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Tue 9/89:50 am -
Nonstop2h 25m
Fri 9/117:50 am -
Nonstop2h 12m
Deal found 8/6$273
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 9/98:40 pm -
Nonstop2h 15m
Sat 9/126:50 am -
1 stop6h 05m
Deal found 8/10$275

Find flight deals from Houston to Albuquerque

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 August 11, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$240
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$129
(Southwest)

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August

Average price

$358
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 August 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Albuquerque that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

HoustonAlbuquerque

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - ABQ Albuquerque

IAHABQ

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 9/8

8:30 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

Albuquerque

Tue 9/15

12:00 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$240

HoustonAlbuquerque

HOU Houston Hobby - ABQ Albuquerque

HOUABQ

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/5

8:10 am-5:00 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Albuquerque

Sun 9/6

7:25 am-10:30 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$250

HoustonAlbuquerque

HOU Houston Hobby - ABQ Albuquerque

HOUABQ

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/8

8:40 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Albuquerque

Tue 9/22

7:50 am-1:40 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$274

HoustonAlbuquerque

HOU Houston Hobby - ABQ Albuquerque

HOUABQ

Houston Hobby

Wed 11/4

8:45 am-10:00 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Albuquerque

Thu 11/5

9:50 am-4:25 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$276

HoustonAlbuquerque

HOU Houston Hobby - ABQ Albuquerque

HOUABQ

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/8

9:37 am-3:22 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Albuquerque

Tue 9/22

5:40 am-11:01 am

1 stop4h 21m

$281
Quickest round-trip

HoustonAlbuquerque

HOU Houston Hobby - ABQ Albuquerque

HOUABQ

Houston Hobby

Thu 9/3

8:00 am-9:15 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Albuquerque

Thu 9/10

10:55 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$289

HoustonAlbuquerque

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - ABQ Albuquerque

IAHABQ

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 12/21

8:24 pm-9:53 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

Albuquerque

Mon 12/28

6:09 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop4h 46m

$368

HoustonAlbuquerque

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - ABQ Albuquerque

IAHABQ

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 12/3

4:30 pm-5:54 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

Albuquerque

Mon 12/7

1:30 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$379

HoustonAlbuquerque

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - ABQ Albuquerque

IAHABQ

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 10/8

8:25 pm-9:54 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

Albuquerque

Mon 10/12

5:15 am-8:25 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$406

HoustonAlbuquerque

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - ABQ Albuquerque

IAHABQ

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 12/19

8:24 pm-9:53 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

Albuquerque

Tue 12/22

5:15 am-8:35 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$424

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston-Albuquerque flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Houston-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 Houston to Albuquerque

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Albuquerque from Houston with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Albuquerque

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Albuquerque (average of $387). Flying from Houston to Albuquerque in February is currently the most expensive (average of $600). 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 HOU to ABQ?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 August 11, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston to Albuquerque is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston to Albuquerque?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Houston to Albuquerque flights typically cost between $337 and $369 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $240 on United Airlines (Sep 8-Sep 15).

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

The price you pay for your flight from Houston to Albuquerque may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 82 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Albuquerque. Price data was last updated on August 1, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Albuquerque flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon 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 August 11, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest and United Airlines from Houston 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
8.0
Very good
4,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,220 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,102 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Related info for your journey

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

    Albuquerque (ABQ), located 3.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Houston to Albuquerque. 3 airlines have flights to Albuquerque from Houston on a regular basis. Booking flights from Houston to Albuquerque should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 inbound flights from Houston per day.

  • How long is the flight from Houston to Albuquerque?

    A quick flight from Houston to Albuquerque can take about 2h 29m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $240. The distance between Houston and Albuquerque is about 742 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Houston to Albuquerque round-trip from $255. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $292, and American Airlines, from $321. These flights start at 41% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston to Albuquerque?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Houston to Albuquerque? While on average our users pay $397, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $105. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Albuquerque), is priced around $240.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Albuquerque (average of $387). Flying from Houston to Albuquerque in February is currently the most expensive (average of $600). 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 2 airlines flying from Houston to Albuquerque

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 August 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$255Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$297Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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