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$116+ Cheap flights from Albuquerque to San Diego (ABQ - SAN)

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ABQ — SAN
Apr 23 — Apr 301
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This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2211:30 am
ABQ
-
SAN
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Wed 4/2912:30 pm
SAN
-
ABQ
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/23$231
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 5/197:25 am
ABQ
-
SAN
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Sat 5/233:25 pm
SAN
-
ABQ
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/22$253
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/168:40 pm
ABQ
-
SAN
1 stop3h 25m
Southwest
Mon 4/205:20 pm
SAN
-
ABQ
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/24$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Thu 4/306:00 am
ABQ
-
SAN
1 stop4h 24m
Delta
Tue 5/56:20 am
SAN
-
ABQ
1 stop4h 40m
Delta
Deal found 3/24$277
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/73:00 pm
ABQ
-
SAN
2 stops5h 55m
Southwest
Mon 5/116:50 pm
SAN
-
ABQ
1 stop4h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/23$281
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/298:40 pm
ABQ
-
SAN
1 stop3h 25m
Southwest
Tue 6/26:35 pm
SAN
-
ABQ
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/23$284

Find flight deals from Albuquerque to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albuquerque (ABQ) to San Diego (SAN). 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 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$231
(Southwest)

One-way from

$116
(Southwest)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$411

Good round-trip deal

$393 or less

Good one-way deal

$203 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($11 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Albuquerque to San Diego.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

AlbuquerqueSan Diego

ABQ - SAN

ABQSAN

Albuquerque

Sat 4/18

12:30 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop6h 30m

San Diego

Mon 4/20

7:40 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$289

AlbuquerqueSan Diego

ABQ - SAN

ABQSAN

Albuquerque

Thu 5/7

4:00 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop4h 55m

San Diego

Sun 5/10

6:50 pm-12:55 am

1 stop5h 05m

$308
Quickest round-trip

AlbuquerqueSan Diego

ABQ - SAN

ABQSAN

Albuquerque

Wed 4/15

6:25 pm-7:20 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

San Diego

Wed 4/22

8:35 am-11:30 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$311

AlbuquerqueSan Diego

ABQ - SAN

ABQSAN

Albuquerque

Wed 5/6

11:05 am-4:40 pm

1 stop6h 35m

San Diego

Wed 5/6

6:35 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$319

AlbuquerqueSan Diego

ABQ - SAN

ABQSAN

Albuquerque

Sat 4/11

4:50 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

San Diego

Sat 4/18

6:20 am-5:15 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$327

AlbuquerqueSan Diego

ABQ - SAN

ABQSAN

Albuquerque

Fri 5/8

5:25 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop5h 35m

San Diego

Sun 5/10

8:50 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$331

AlbuquerqueSan Diego

ABQ - SAN

ABQSAN

Albuquerque

Sun 5/17

6:00 am-10:19 am

1 stop5h 19m

San Diego

Sat 5/23

5:01 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop4h 22m

$334

AlbuquerqueSan Diego

ABQ - SAN

ABQSAN

Albuquerque

Fri 4/17

6:30 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 05m

San Diego

Wed 4/22

6:30 am-1:10 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$339

AlbuquerqueSan Diego

ABQ - SAN

ABQSAN

Albuquerque

Thu 6/18

6:00 am-10:27 am

1 stop5h 27m

San Diego

Sun 6/21

3:59 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$341
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

AlbuquerqueSan Diego

ABQ - SAN

ABQSAN

Albuquerque

Thu 4/23

8:40 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop3h 25m

$138

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Compare providers for flights from Albuquerque to San Diego

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 San Diego in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Albuquerque-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Albuquerque-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Albuquerque-San Diego 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-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Cheapflights Insights

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 March 13, 2026.

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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to San Diego (average of $119). Flying from Albuquerque to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 March 24, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 54% on flights from Albuquerque to San Diego by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 March 24, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Albuquerque to San Diego have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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

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  • 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 4 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?

  • How long is the flight from Albuquerque to San Diego?

    There are many flights that can get you from Albuquerque to San Diego in 6h 30m. Fly via Southwest to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 627 mi.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to San Diego, with prices starting at $103. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $196 and $200, respectively. These flights start at 71% 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 American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $102. Users have also found prices from $102 and $103 on United Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $320 for a flight from Albuquerque to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is $148 while the most popular route, (Albuquerque - San Diego) is currently priced at $231.

  • 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, Stratosphere Tower, and Fountains of Bellagio. Travelers on a layover in Las Vegas can visit Fremont Street Experience, Stratosphere Tower, and Fountains of Bellagio, by traveling 5.9 mi, 4.3 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 $63 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to San Diego (average of $119). Flying from Albuquerque to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 Albuquerque to San Diego

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Albuquerque to San Diego. 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 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$103Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$200Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$239Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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