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$64+ Cheap flights from Albuquerque to San Diego (ABQ - SAN)

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ABQ — SAN
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Albuquerque to San Diego are usually found in September or August, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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Round-trip from

$163
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$64
(Mytrip)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$358

Good round-trip deal

$337 or less

Good one-way deal

$209 or less
From Albuquerque to San Diego
One-way flight from Albuquerque to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albuquerque to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/107:59 pmABQ - SAN
1 stop4h 07mSpirit Airlines
Thu 7/176:15 amSAN - ABQ
1 stop11h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$163
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/116:55 pmABQ - SAN
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Sat 8/168:30 amSAN - ABQ
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$214
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/712:17 pmABQ - SAN
1 stop4h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/116:15 amSAN - ABQ
1 stop4h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/235:30 amABQ - SAN
1 stop4h 09mDelta
Sat 8/305:02 pmSAN - ABQ
1 stop5h 10mDelta
Deal found 6/10$241
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/45:17 pmABQ - SAN
2 stops31h 12mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/163:57 pmSAN - ABQ
1 stop26h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$285
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/121:34 pmABQ - SAN
2 stops8h 16mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/2112:01 pmSAN - ABQ
1 stop8h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$292
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/227:00 pmABQ - SAN
2 stops14h 21mAlaska Airlines
Tue 7/298:10 amSAN - ABQ
2 stops14h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$458

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Albuquerque

Fly to

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Depart

Return

Price

AlbuquerqueSan Diego

ABQ - SAN

ABQSAN

Albuquerque

Thu 7/10

7:59 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop4h 07m

San Diego

Thu 7/17

6:15 am-7:04 pm

1 stop11h 49m

$163

AlbuquerqueSan Diego

ABQ - SAN

ABQSAN

Albuquerque

Mon 8/11

6:55 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

San Diego

Sat 8/16

8:30 am-11:25 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$214

AlbuquerqueSan Diego

ABQ - SAN

ABQSAN

Albuquerque

Thu 8/7

12:17 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop4h 08m

San Diego

Mon 8/11

6:15 am-11:27 am

1 stop4h 12m

$217

AlbuquerqueSan Diego

ABQ - SAN

ABQSAN

Albuquerque

Sat 8/23

5:30 am-8:39 am

1 stop4h 09m

San Diego

Sat 8/30

5:02 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$241

AlbuquerqueSan Diego

ABQ - SAN

ABQSAN

Albuquerque

Fri 7/4

5:17 pm-11:29 pm

2 stops31h 12m

San Diego

Wed 7/16

3:57 pm-7:04 pm

1 stop26h 07m

$285

AlbuquerqueSan Diego

ABQ - SAN

ABQSAN

Albuquerque

Mon 8/18

6:00 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop5h 14m

San Diego

Fri 8/22

7:21 pm-12:37 pm

3 stops16h 16m

$351

AlbuquerqueSan Diego

ABQ - SAN

ABQSAN

Albuquerque

Mon 8/11

7:00 pm-8:54 pm

2 stops26h 54m

San Diego

Sat 8/16

8:25 am-11:59 pm

2 stops14h 34m

$421

AlbuquerqueSan Diego

ABQ - SAN

ABQSAN

Albuquerque

Thu 7/10

7:59 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop4h 07m

$64

AlbuquerqueSan Diego

ABQ - SAN

ABQSAN

Albuquerque

Thu 10/2

6:50 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$99

AlbuquerqueSan Diego

ABQ - SAN

ABQSAN

Albuquerque

Wed 9/10

3:19 pm-7:24 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$108

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Best time to book a flight from Albuquerque to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Albuquerque to San Diego

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Albuquerque to San Diego. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Albuquerque to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Albuquerque to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Albuquerque to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Albuquerque to San Diego by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Albuquerque to San Diego, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Albuquerque to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Albuquerque to San Diego?

    You will need to book a flight from Albuquerque to San Diego if you want to fly from Albuquerque to San Diego. At least 5 different airlines have flights from Albuquerque (ABQ) to San Diego (SAN) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to San Diego from the Albuquerque airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from ABQ to SAN to be around 1h 50m.

  • How popular is this Albuquerque to San Diego flight route?

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Diego, with prices starting at $163. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $214 and $217, respectively. These flights start at 54% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $64. Users have also found prices from $99 and $108 on Southwest and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Albuquerque to San Diego?

    On average you can expect to pay $316 for a flight from Albuquerque to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is $138 while the most popular route, (Albuquerque - San Diego) is currently priced at $163.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Albuquerque to San Diego?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Las Vegas?

    The majority of Las Vegas visitors spend their time at Fremont Street Experience, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, and Fountains of Bellagio. Travelers on a layover in Las Vegas can visit Fremont Street Experience, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, and Fountains of Bellagio, by traveling 5.9 mi, 2.6 mi, and 2.3 mi, respectively after landing at Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl for about $55 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Albuquerque to San Diego flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Albuquerque to San Diego?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albuquerque to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Albuquerque to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 5 airlines flying from Albuquerque to San Diego

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$86Average$163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$175Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$243Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$320Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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