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$126+ Cheap flights from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

ABQ — WAS
Nov 5 — Nov 121
Thu 11/5
Thu 11/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C.

Tue 10/2712:55 pm -
1 stop5h 30m
Tue 11/35:15 pm -
1 stop6h 30m
Deal found 10/6$251
Thu 10/292:00 pm -
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Wed 11/45:15 pm -
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Deal found 10/6$255
Mon 12/148:40 am -
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Thu 12/179:05 am -
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Deal found 10/6$261
Sat 11/72:05 pm -
1 stop5h 30m
Tue 11/104:00 pm -
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Fri 11/612:50 pm -
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Tue 11/105:15 pm -
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Deal found 10/5$290
Mon 11/25:30 am -
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Mon 11/94:25 pm -
2 stops7h 55m
Deal found 10/5$291
Tue 10/272:26 pm -
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Tue 11/35:10 pm -
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Deal found 10/6$295
Mon 10/266:44 am -
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Thu 10/294:04 pm -
1 stop7h 42m
Deal found 10/4$295
Tue 10/272:10 pm -
Nonstop3h 40m
Tue 11/36:15 am -
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Deal found 10/6$297
Sat 11/72:00 pm -
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Tue 11/104:15 pm -
1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 10/5$298
Mon 10/264:40 pm -
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Thu 10/291:50 pm -
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Deal found 10/4$304
Mon 11/27:00 am -
1 stop6h 38m
Mon 11/96:00 am -
1 stop6h 21m
Deal found 10/5$307

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$251
(Southwest)

One-way from

$126
(Southwest)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$509

Good round-trip deal

$427 or less

Good one-way deal

$197 or less
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AlbuquerqueWashington, D.C.

ABQ Albuquerque - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ABQDCA

Albuquerque

Tue 12/8

8:40 am-4:15 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$126

AlbuquerqueWashington, D.C.

ABQ Albuquerque - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ABQDCA

Albuquerque

Wed 10/28

12:55 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$126

AlbuquerqueWashington, D.C.

ABQ Albuquerque - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ABQDCA

Albuquerque

Tue 10/27

10:55 am-7:55 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$135

AlbuquerqueBaltimore

ABQ Albuquerque - BWI Baltimore/Washington

ABQBWI

Albuquerque

Tue 11/3

2:00 pm-12:31 am

1 stop8h 31m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$154

AlbuquerqueBaltimore

ABQ Albuquerque - BWI Baltimore/Washington

ABQBWI

Albuquerque

Sat 11/7

7:00 am-3:41 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$154

AlbuquerqueBaltimore

ABQ Albuquerque - BWI Baltimore/Washington

ABQBWI

Albuquerque

Wed 11/4

7:00 am-5:26 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$154

AlbuquerqueBaltimore

ABQ Albuquerque - BWI Baltimore/Washington

ABQBWI

Albuquerque

Fri 12/18

5:05 pm-12:55 am

1 stop5h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$184

AlbuquerqueBaltimore

ABQ Albuquerque - BWI Baltimore/Washington

ABQBWI

Albuquerque

Mon 1/4

4:35 pm-12:15 am

1 stop5h 40m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$184

AlbuquerqueWashington, D.C.

ABQ Albuquerque - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ABQDCA

Albuquerque

Sun 11/1

7:55 am-4:55 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$200
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AlbuquerqueBaltimore

ABQ Albuquerque - BWI Baltimore/Washington

ABQBWI

Albuquerque

Mon 11/9

3:50 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$202

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C. (average of $397). Flying from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C. in October is currently the most expensive (average of $509). 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 WAS?

When flying from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C., the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C.?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Albuquerque to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $349 and $629 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $251 on Southwest (Oct 27-Nov 3).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C.?

Dallas (DFW) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C.?

Dallas (DFW) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $366.

What’s the fastest layover option from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C.?

Flights via Dallas (DFW) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 15m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C.?

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 37m.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C.?

Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C.. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,215 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,215 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,215 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,634 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,215 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,289 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,215 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.
American Airlines
7.0
Good
12,129 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,215 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C.?

    If you book a flight to Washington, D.C. from Albuquerque, you will be flying from Albuquerque, which is the city’s only airport. Albuquerque (ABQ) is located 3.9 mi from the center of Albuquerque. There are 2 flights from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C. per day from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C.?

    For as low as $385, Southwest can have you in Washington, D.C. from Albuquerque in 3h 38m. Albuquerque and Washington, D.C. are separated by a distance of 1623 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Southwest, at $259, was found to be the cheapest airline from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and American Airlines. You may be able to fly from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C. for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C. are Southwest ($144), United Airlines ($178), and American Airlines ($186).

  • What are the most popular routes from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C.?

    When deciding which route to take from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C. consider Albuquerque - Baltimore/Washington, Albuquerque - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Albuquerque - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C.?

    While on average a flight from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C. is generally $461, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $152. When looking at the most popular route, (Albuquerque - Baltimore/Washington), you can expect to pay $295 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C. (average of $397). Flying from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C. in October is currently the most expensive (average of $509). 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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Alternative routes for Albuquerque to Washington, D.C.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Albuquerque to Washington, D.C.

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$204Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$259Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$271Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$277Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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