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$69+ Cheap flights from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Irvine, CA

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 9/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ABQ — LAX
Aug 13 — Aug 201
Thu 8/13
Thu 8/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Albuquerque to Irvine
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albuquerque to Irvine. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 14, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 8/36:00 am
ABQ
-
LAX
Nonstop2h 10m
Delta
Sat 8/83:04 pm
LAX
-
ABQ
Nonstop2h 08m
Delta
Deal found 7/13$192
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. 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.
Sat 8/88:35 am
ABQ
-
LAX
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Tue 8/116:45 am
LAX
-
ABQ
1 stop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/11$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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 8/67:10 am
ABQ
-
LAX
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Mon 8/102:50 pm
LAX
-
ABQ
2 stops6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 7/12$198
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
Fri 8/146:10 pm
ABQ
-
LAX
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Sun 8/167:40 am
LAX
-
ABQ
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 7/9$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
Thu 8/612:15 pm
ABQ
-
LAX
Nonstop2h 12m
American Airlines
Mon 8/106:30 am
LAX
-
ABQ
1 stop3h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/9$201
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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 8/116:05 am
ABQ
-
LAX
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Tue 8/181:50 pm
LAX
-
ABQ
1 stop4h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/12$202
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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.
Mon 9/77:10 am
ABQ
-
LAX
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Fri 9/189:40 am
LAX
-
ABQ
1 stop3h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/12$203
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
Sun 8/26:00 am
ABQ
-
LAX
1 stop3h 49m
American Airlines
Thu 8/68:41 pm
LAX
-
ABQ
Nonstop2h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/9$204
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
Sun 9/136:25 pm
ABQ
-
LAX
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Fri 9/189:40 am
LAX
-
ABQ
1 stop3h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/9$205
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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.
Sun 11/16:30 am
ABQ
-
LAX
Nonstop2h 14m
Delta
Sun 11/88:40 pm
LAX
-
ABQ
Nonstop2h 01m
Delta
Deal found 7/13$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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.
Mon 8/33:40 pm
ABQ
-
LAX
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Fri 8/712:50 am
LAX
-
ABQ
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/13$212

Find flight deals from Albuquerque to Irvine

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Albuquerque to Irvine flight deals. Data was last updated July 14, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$192
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One-way from

$69
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Average price

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albuquerque to Irvine 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 July 14, 2026.
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AlbuquerqueLos Angeles

ABQ - LAX

ABQLAX

Albuquerque

Wed 8/19

2:40 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop3h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/24

9:40 am-1:55 pm

1 stop3h 15m

$192

AlbuquerqueLos Angeles

ABQ - LAX

ABQLAX

Albuquerque

Tue 11/3

1:55 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 11/9

5:05 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 45m

$197

AlbuquerqueLos Angeles

ABQ - LAX

ABQLAX

Albuquerque

Thu 8/6

7:10 am-10:40 am

1 stop4h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/10

2:50 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops6h 50m

$198

AlbuquerqueLos Angeles

ABQ - LAX

ABQLAX

Albuquerque

Thu 8/20

7:10 am-10:40 am

1 stop4h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/24

8:35 am-4:20 pm

2 stops6h 45m

$198

AlbuquerqueLos Angeles

ABQ - LAX

ABQLAX

Albuquerque

Tue 8/25

12:15 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/29

10:10 am-5:25 pm

2 stops6h 15m

$202

AlbuquerqueLos Angeles

ABQ - LAX

ABQLAX

Albuquerque

Fri 10/9

9:20 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop3h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/12

8:35 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$202

AlbuquerqueLos Angeles

ABQ - LAX

ABQLAX

Albuquerque

Tue 10/6

6:05 am-11:15 am

1 stop6h 10m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/23

7:50 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$202

AlbuquerqueLos Angeles

ABQ - LAX

ABQLAX

Albuquerque

Thu 10/15

6:40 am-9:20 am

1 stop3h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/18

12:35 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$202
Quickest round-trip

AlbuquerqueLos Angeles

ABQ - LAX

ABQLAX

Albuquerque

Fri 8/14

6:00 am-7:10 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/16

8:49 pm-11:51 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$207

AlbuquerqueLos Angeles

ABQ - LAX

ABQLAX

Albuquerque

Sat 8/8

6:30 am-9:30 am

1 stop4h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/9

6:20 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$212

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ABQ to IR9?

Find hourly flight availability from Albuquerque to Irvine. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 14, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Albuquerque to Irvine is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 27% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Albuquerque to Irvine

Explore weekly flight availability from Albuquerque to Irvine. 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 July 14, 2026.

The most flights from ABQ to IR9 are scheduled on a Monday (33 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 on average).

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

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Albuquerque to Irvine. Price data was last updated on July 11, 2026.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Irvine

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Irvine. 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 Irvine. Reviews last updated July 14, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andDelta from Albuquerque to Irvine 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
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,654 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
Delta
7.8
Good
8,463 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,812 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,009 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Albuquerque to Irvine, you will be flying from Albuquerque. Albuquerque (ABQ) is just 3.9 mi from the center of the city. Albuquerque is the only Albuquerque airport and it handles 30 outbound flights to Irvine per day. 6 airlines have flights to Irvine from Albuquerque on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this Albuquerque to Irvine flight route?

    This flight path from Albuquerque to Irvine was viewed by 30 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Albuquerque to Irvine?

    Departing from Albuquerque to Irvine will take you 3h 30m. Albuquerque and Irvine are separated by a distance of 676 mi.

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

    $98 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 Delta and Southwest, with prices starting from $98 and $103, respectively.

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

    Consider Fiji Airways (100%), Aeromexico (98%) or KLM (97%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Albuquerque to Irvine.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Albuquerque to Irvine?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,405 for a flight from Albuquerque to Irvine. The cheapest flight overall is $103 while the most popular route, (Albuquerque - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $177.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albuquerque to Irvine by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Albuquerque to Irvine

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Albuquerque to Irvine. 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 July 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$158Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$160Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$161Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$201Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$239Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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