$71 Cheap Flights from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Austin (AUS)

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Cheap Flights from Albuquerque to Austin (ABQ-AUS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $71 for one-way flights and $175 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Thu, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 28
ABQ
Albuquerque
AUS
Austin
$175 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$175
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from Albuquerque to Austin, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $175 found 7 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Sat, Aug 16
ABQ
Albuquerque
AUS
Austin
$177 Roundtrip, just found
$177
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Albuquerque to Austin, returning Sat, Aug 16, priced at $177 just found
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Sat, Aug 16
ABQ
Albuquerque
AUS
Austin
$177 Roundtrip, just found
$177
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Albuquerque to Austin, returning Sat, Aug 16, priced at $177 just found
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Sat, Aug 16
ABQ
Albuquerque
AUS
Austin
$178 Roundtrip, just found
$178
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Albuquerque to Austin, returning Sat, Aug 16, priced at $178 just found
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Sat, Aug 16
ABQ
Albuquerque
AUS
Austin
$182 Roundtrip, just found
$182
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Albuquerque to Austin, returning Sat, Aug 16, priced at $182 just found
Delta
Fri, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 15
ABQ
Albuquerque
AUS
Austin
$186 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Albuquerque to Austin, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $186 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Sat, Aug 16
ABQ
Albuquerque
AUS
Austin
$187 Roundtrip, just found
$187
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Albuquerque to Austin, returning Sat, Aug 16, priced at $187 just found
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 21
ABQ
Albuquerque
AUS
Austin
$188 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Albuquerque to Austin, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $188 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 12
ABQ
Albuquerque
AUS
Austin
$190 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$190
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from Albuquerque to Austin, returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $190 found 1 day ago
United
Thu, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 28
ABQ
Albuquerque
AUS
Austin
$202 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from Albuquerque to Austin, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $202 found 7 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Austin (AUS)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $110 - $543 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Austin

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. AUS. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 11 minutes. Flights from $320
AUS
Austin-Bergstrom Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center11 min
Flights from $320
Flights from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Austin (AUS)
Origin airport
Albuquerque Intl. Sunport
Destination airport
Austin-Bergstrom Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$175
Distance
618 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 1 min

Albuquerque to Austin Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Albuquerque to Austin

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Albuquerque to Austin are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Albuquerque to Austin with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Albuquerque to Austin

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Albuquerque to Austin: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Albuquerque to Austin

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Albuquerque to Austin in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $71 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Albuquerque to Austin flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Albuquerque to Austin airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) cost?
You can score affordable return tickets from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) starting from $175. Grab a seat and take off on your trip. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Southwest Airlines flight leaving ABQ on July 30 2025 and touching down at AUS. The price was last updated on July 9 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ABQ to AUS?
The cheapest flights from ABQ to AUS are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
You can travel nonstop from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) on a Southwest Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ABQ to AUS?
Jet off from ABQ to AUS with Southwest Airlines. This airline currently has the cheapest one-way ticket on this route, starting at $88. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ABQ on September 1 2025. Prices were last updated on July 9 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
On average, Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) only has 1 nonstop flight to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) daily. For more options, try our easy-to-use filter tool. Enter your dates of travel, then select "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to discover flights with layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
Flights between ABQ and AUS tend to be busiest at 7 AM. For a quieter experience and possibly cheaper fares, look for a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from ABQ to AUS?
Friday has the most flights from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your itinerary.
What is the earliest flight from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)'s first flight to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) is at approximately 7:20AM UTC-7. With a total travel time of 1h 45m, you'll touch down at around 10:05AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
It takes approximately 1 hour and 43 minutes to travel the 620 mi from ABQ to AUS.
What airline has the least delays from ABQ to AUS?
Southwest Airlines has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS), with an on-time score of 83%. Use the Expedia App to view your flight status before you take off and receive notifications about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
To reach Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) on time, pick a flight that leaves Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Austin from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)?
Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) is the only airport in Austin with direct flights from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ). Explore the options and find affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) last-minute?
Waiting until right before your break to book a ticket from ABQ to AUS generally means paying more. While you may come across some last-minute discounts, they're not always guaranteed. Keep your travel plans flexible for a better chance of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book an ABQ to AUS flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking an ABQ to AUS flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What's more, having everything in one place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)?
If you booked your ABQ to AUS flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more information.

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