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$171+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Albuquerque (RDU - 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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — ABQ
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Albuquerque

Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Albuquerque
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Albuquerque. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/104:50 pm
RDU
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ABQ
1 stop7h 07m
United Airlines
Tue 3/171:06 pm
ABQ
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RDU
1 stop6h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/29$336
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/254:50 pm
RDU
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ABQ
1 stop7h 07m
United Airlines
Tue 3/317:00 am
ABQ
-
RDU
1 stop6h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/244:06 pm
RDU
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ABQ
1 stop6h 45m
United Airlines
Tue 3/32:13 pm
ABQ
-
RDU
1 stop6h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$341
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/245:30 pm
RDU
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ABQ
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Tue 3/311:05 am
ABQ
-
RDU
2 stops7h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$346
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sat 2/284:06 pm
RDU
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ABQ
1 stop6h 45m
United Airlines
Tue 3/38:00 am
ABQ
-
RDU
1 stop5h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/96:15 am
RDU
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ABQ
1 stop6h 08m
Delta
Wed 3/184:44 pm
ABQ
-
RDU
1 stop5h 34m
Delta
Deal found 1/29$357
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/44:06 pm
RDU
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ABQ
1 stop6h 45m
United Airlines
Sat 3/71:06 pm
ABQ
-
RDU
2 stops8h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$362
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/281:13 pm
RDU
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ABQ
2 stops8h 22m
American Airlines
Tue 3/31:24 pm
ABQ
-
RDU
2 stops7h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$364
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/412:45 pm
RDU
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ABQ
2 stops8h 50m
American Airlines
Sat 3/75:00 am
ABQ
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RDU
2 stops8h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$367

Find flight deals from Raleigh to Albuquerque

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$336
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$171
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$435
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Albuquerque that are best for you.

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RaleighAlbuquerque

RDU - ABQ

RDUABQ

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/10

4:50 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Albuquerque

Tue 3/17

1:06 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$336

RaleighAlbuquerque

RDU - ABQ

RDUABQ

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/25

4:50 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Albuquerque

Tue 3/31

7:00 am-3:12 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$337

RaleighAlbuquerque

RDU - ABQ

RDUABQ

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/11

6:15 am-10:23 am

1 stop6h 08m

Albuquerque

Wed 3/18

12:25 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$341

RaleighAlbuquerque

RDU - ABQ

RDUABQ

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/10

3:33 pm-10:21 pm

2 stops8h 48m

Albuquerque

Wed 3/18

4:44 pm-12:18 am

1 stop5h 34m

$346

RaleighAlbuquerque

RDU - ABQ

RDUABQ

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/24

11:18 am-8:51 pm

2 stops11h 33m

Albuquerque

Tue 3/3

12:48 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$346

RaleighAlbuquerque

RDU - ABQ

RDUABQ

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/10

6:10 am-1:30 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Albuquerque

Tue 3/17

6:00 am-3:20 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$351

RaleighAlbuquerque

RDU - ABQ

RDUABQ

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/2

3:55 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop9h 22m

Albuquerque

Tue 5/19

12:57 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$357

RaleighAlbuquerque

RDU - ABQ

RDUABQ

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/9

6:15 am-10:23 am

1 stop6h 08m

Albuquerque

Wed 3/18

4:44 pm-12:18 am

1 stop5h 34m

$357

RaleighAlbuquerque

RDU - ABQ

RDUABQ

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/4

4:47 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Albuquerque

Sat 3/7

2:13 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$357

RaleighAlbuquerque

RDU - ABQ

RDUABQ

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/9

6:25 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Albuquerque

Tue 3/17

7:05 am-3:48 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$357

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Compare providers for flights from Raleigh to Albuquerque

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 Raleigh to Albuquerque in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Raleigh-Albuquerque flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Albuquerque flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Albuquerque flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-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 Raleigh-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 Raleigh to Albuquerque

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Albuquerque. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

Booking 2 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Albuquerque?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Albuquerque (average of $223). Flying from Raleigh to Albuquerque in April is currently the most expensive (average of $298). 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.

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 January 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Raleigh 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
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

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
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

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
8,128 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

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
9,215 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

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
11,205 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

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 Raleigh to Albuquerque. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to Albuquerque?

    Departing from Raleigh to Albuquerque will take you 6h 08m. Raleigh and Albuquerque are separated by a distance of 1560 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 Raleigh to Albuquerque round-trip?

    Currently priced at $268, Delta will fly you from Raleigh to Albuquerque and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $295 and $306, respectively. Delta is priced at 37% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Raleigh to Albuquerque are United Airlines ($139), Southwest ($153), and American Airlines ($158).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Albuquerque (average of $223). Flying from Raleigh to Albuquerque in April is currently the most expensive (average of $298). 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 Raleigh to Albuquerque

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$268Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$295Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$306Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$316Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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