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$163+ Cheap flights from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Chicago (CHI)

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 4/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ABQ — CHI
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Wed 4/22
Wed 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Albuquerque to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albuquerque to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 23, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 5/66:46 am
ABQ
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 04m
American Airlines
Wed 5/612:30 pm
ORD
-
ABQ
1 stop10h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/22$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 4/2111:05 am
ABQ
-
ORD
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Tue 4/2810:30 am
ORD
-
ABQ
1 stop6h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 3/22$326
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Tue 5/121:01 pm
ABQ
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 04m
American Airlines
Sat 5/169:55 am
ORD
-
ABQ
Nonstop3h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/23$329
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 4/226:15 am
ABQ
-
MDW
1 stop4h 40m
Southwest
Sat 4/253:10 pm
MDW
-
ABQ
Nonstop3h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/19$335
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Tue 5/121:01 pm
ABQ
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 04m
American Airlines
Tue 5/195:00 am
ORD
-
ABQ
1 stop5h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/23$339
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 4/2510:45 am
ABQ
-
MDW
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Wed 4/2910:05 am
MDW
-
ABQ
Nonstop3h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/18$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Tue 4/218:19 am
ABQ
-
ORD
1 stop5h 59m
American Airlines
Tue 4/289:55 am
ORD
-
ABQ
Nonstop3h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/22$341
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 5/126:25 am
ABQ
-
ORD
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Tue 5/194:50 pm
ORD
-
ABQ
1 stop7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/19$349
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 5/67:25 am
ABQ
-
MDW
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Wed 5/64:00 pm
MDW
-
ABQ
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/22$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Tue 5/1212:32 pm
ABQ
-
ORD
1 stop8h 18m
Delta
Tue 5/1911:09 am
ORD
-
ABQ
2 stops12h 14m
Delta
Deal found 3/20$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 5/131:01 pm
ABQ
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 04m
American Airlines
Wed 5/139:10 pm
ORD
-
ABQ
Nonstop3h 28m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/22$361
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 4/226:15 am
ABQ
-
MDW
1 stop4h 40m
Southwest
Wed 5/610:05 am
MDW
-
ABQ
Nonstop3h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/21$369

Find flight deals from Albuquerque to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Chicago (CHI). 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 March 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$309
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$163
(Southwest)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$465

Good round-trip deal

$427 or less

Good one-way deal

$275 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($61 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Albuquerque to Chicago 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 March 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albuquerque to Chicago that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

AlbuquerqueChicago

ABQ - ORD

ABQORD

Albuquerque

Tue 4/21

11:05 am-6:50 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/28

7:45 am-1:10 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$326
Quickest round-trip

AlbuquerqueChicago

ABQ - ORD

ABQORD

Albuquerque

Tue 4/21

12:49 pm-4:48 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/28

9:20 am-11:42 am

Nonstop3h 22m

$329

AlbuquerqueChicago

ABQ - MDW

ABQMDW

Albuquerque

Wed 4/22

6:15 am-11:55 am

1 stop4h 40m

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/25

3:10 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$335

AlbuquerqueChicago

ABQ - ORD

ABQORD

Albuquerque

Tue 5/12

6:25 am-3:00 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/19

4:50 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$349

AlbuquerqueChicago

ABQ - MDW

ABQMDW

Albuquerque

Wed 5/6

7:35 am-4:35 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/13

12:35 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$349

AlbuquerqueChicago

ABQ - MDW

ABQMDW

Albuquerque

Wed 4/29

6:15 am-11:55 am

1 stop4h 40m

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/2

10:05 am-5:10 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$350

AlbuquerqueChicago

ABQ - ORD

ABQORD

Albuquerque

Wed 4/29

12:49 pm-4:48 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/4

12:50 pm-3:14 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

$373

AlbuquerqueChicago

ABQ - MDW

ABQMDW

Albuquerque

Mon 5/4

12:00 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/6

10:05 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$388

AlbuquerqueChicago

ABQ - ORD

ABQORD

Albuquerque

Tue 6/2

2:08 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/9

1:00 pm-3:27 pm

Nonstop3h 27m

$407

AlbuquerqueChicago

ABQ - ORD

ABQORD

Albuquerque

Tue 5/5

12:50 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/6

9:24 am-11:47 am

Nonstop3h 23m

$419

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Compare providers for flights from Albuquerque to Chicago

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 Albuquerque to Chicago in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 Albuquerque-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Albuquerque-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Albuquerque-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Albuquerque-Chicago 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 Albuquerque-Chicago 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 Albuquerque to Chicago

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Albuquerque to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

Booking 41 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Albuquerque to Chicago. 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 Albuquerque to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to Chicago (average of $195). Flying from Albuquerque to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of $543). 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 ABQ to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Albuquerque to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 23, 2026.

When flying from Albuquerque to Chicago, 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 Albuquerque to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Albuquerque to Chicago. 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 March 23, 2026.

The most flights from ABQ to CHI are scheduled on a Saturday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated March 23, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Albuquerque to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,462 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,489 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Albuquerque to Chicago. 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 from for flights from Albuquerque to Chicago?

    Most people fly from Albuquerque (ABQ) if they book a flight from Albuquerque to Chicago. On average, Albuquerque has 13 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 3 airlines. Albuquerque is conveniently located just 3.9 mi from Albuquerque’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Albuquerque to Chicago?

    Southwest and United Airlines can get you from Albuquerque to Chicago in just under 2h 59m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 46m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1115 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($236), American Airlines ($241), and Southwest ($294) offers the cheapest pricing from Albuquerque to Chicago. United Airlines is priced at 43% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Albuquerque to Chicago consider choosing Qatar Airways (92%), Royal Jordanian (91%) or Envoy Air (90%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Albuquerque to Chicago?

    While on average a flight from Albuquerque to Chicago is generally $1,000, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $159. When looking at the most popular route, (Albuquerque - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $326 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to Chicago (average of $195). Flying from Albuquerque to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of $543). 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 Albuquerque to Chicago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Albuquerque to Chicago. 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 March 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$241Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$294Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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