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$41+ Cheap flights from California to New Mexico

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 8/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ABQ
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to New Mexico

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to New Mexico flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$111
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$41
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$353

Good round-trip deal

$196 or less

Good one-way deal

$98 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to New Mexico
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to New Mexico. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/116:45 amSNA - ABQ
1 stop5h 39mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/252:19 pmABQ - SNA
1 stop8h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$111
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/187:00 amBUR - ABQ
1 stop5h 24mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/252:19 pmABQ - BUR
1 stop3h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$115
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/116:15 amSAN - ABQ
1 stop6h 09mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/182:19 pmABQ - SAN
1 stop5h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$115
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/116:00 amSJC - ABQ
1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/182:19 pmABQ - SJC
1 stop11h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$149
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/107:45 pmSAN - ABQ
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Wed 9/1710:25 amABQ - SAN
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$165
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2212:59 amONT - ELP
1 stop10h 45mFrontier
Sat 8/301:29 pmELP - ONT
1 stop11h 21mFrontier
Deal found 7/31$178
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/236:38 amLAX - ELP
1 stop5h 06mFrontier
Sat 8/301:29 pmELP - LAX
1 stop8h 14mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$178
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/81:00 pmONT - ELP
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/97:53 amELP - ONT
1 stop9h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$183
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/309:45 amSAN - ABQ
1 stop3h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/63:19 pmABQ - SAN
1 stop5h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$185
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/29:20 amBUR - ABQ
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Sat 9/69:40 amABQ - BUR
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/2310:30 amLAX - ELP
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Sat 8/303:30 pmELP - LAX
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 9/278:55 amLAX - ABQ
Nonstop2h 02mDelta
Sat 10/46:00 amABQ - LAX
Nonstop2h 09mDelta
Deal found 7/31$217

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to New Mexico 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 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to New Mexico that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

New Mexico

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaAlbuquerque

SNA - ABQ

SNAABQ

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/11

6:45 am-1:24 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Albuquerque

Thu 9/25

2:19 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$111

BurbankAlbuquerque

BUR - ABQ

BURABQ

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 9/18

7:00 am-1:24 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Albuquerque

Thu 9/25

2:19 pm-4:52 pm

1 stop3h 33m

$115

San DiegoAlbuquerque

SAN - ABQ

SANABQ

San Diego

Thu 9/11

6:15 am-1:24 pm

1 stop6h 09m

Albuquerque

Thu 9/18

2:19 pm-6:42 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$115

San JoseAlbuquerque

SJC - ABQ

SJCABQ

San Jose

Thu 9/11

6:00 am-1:24 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Albuquerque

Thu 9/18

2:19 pm-12:24 am

1 stop11h 05m

$149

San DiegoAlbuquerque

SAN - ABQ

SANABQ

San Diego

Wed 9/10

7:45 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Albuquerque

Wed 9/17

10:25 am-11:15 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$165

Los AngelesEl Paso

LAX - ELP

LAXELP

Los Angeles

Sat 8/23

6:38 am-12:44 pm

1 stop5h 06m

El Paso

Sat 8/30

1:29 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$178

OntarioEl Paso

ONT - ELP

ONTELP

Ontario

Fri 8/22

12:59 am-12:44 pm

1 stop10h 45m

El Paso

Sat 8/30

1:29 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop11h 21m

$178

OntarioEl Paso

ONT - ELP

ONTELP

Ontario

Wed 10/8

1:00 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop7h 24m

El Paso

Thu 10/9

7:53 am-4:00 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$183

San DiegoAlbuquerque

SAN - ABQ

SANABQ

San Diego

Sat 8/30

9:45 am-2:40 pm

1 stop3h 55m

Albuquerque

Sat 9/6

3:19 pm-7:24 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$185

Los AngelesAlbuquerque

LAX - ABQ

LAXABQ

Los Angeles

Sat 9/27

8:55 am-11:57 am

Nonstop2h 02m

Albuquerque

Sat 10/4

6:00 am-7:09 am

Nonstop2h 09m

$217

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Best time to book a flight from California to New Mexico

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to New Mexico

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to New Mexico?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to New Mexico (average of $344). Flying from California to New Mexico in March is currently the most expensive (average of $435). 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 CA to NM?

Find hourly flight availability from California to New Mexico. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to New Mexico as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to New Mexico

Explore weekly flight availability from California to New Mexico. 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 31, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to USNM are scheduled on a Thursday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Mexico

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Mexico. 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 New Mexico. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from California to New Mexico by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this California to New Mexico flight route?

    Within the past month, 10 users have taken a look at flights from California to New Mexico.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to New Mexico one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $41. Users have also found prices from $80 and $83 on American Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to New Mexico that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to New Mexico flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to New Mexico?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to New Mexico 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 California to New Mexico?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to New Mexico (average of $344). Flying from California to New Mexico in March is currently the most expensive (average of $435). 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 6 airlines flying from California to New Mexico

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from California to New Mexico. 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$64Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$217Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$291Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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