$144 Cheap Flights from Houston (IAH) to Albuquerque (ABQ)

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Popular airlines from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)

Cheap Flights from Houston to Albuquerque (IAH-ABQ)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $144 for one-way flights and $323 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Mon, Jan 19
IAH
Houston
ABQ
Albuquerque
$323 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$323
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 17 from Houston to Albuquerque, returning Mon, Jan 19, priced at $323 found 3 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Sun, Jan 18
IAH
Houston
ABQ
Albuquerque
$340 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$340
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 17 from Houston to Albuquerque, returning Sun, Jan 18, priced at $340 found 12 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 20
IAH
Houston
ABQ
Albuquerque
$342 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$342
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 17 from Houston to Albuquerque, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $342 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 20
IAH
Houston
ABQ
Albuquerque
$347 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$347
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 16 from Houston to Albuquerque, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $347 found 7 hours ago
United
Thu, Feb 26 - Sat, Feb 28
IAH
Houston
ABQ
Albuquerque
$349 Roundtrip, just found
$349
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Thu, Feb 26 from Houston to Albuquerque, returning Sat, Feb 28, priced at $349 just found
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Tue, Jan 27
IAH
Houston
ABQ
Albuquerque
$352 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$352
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 21 from Houston to Albuquerque, returning Tue, Jan 27, priced at $352 found 4 hours ago
American Airlines
Mon, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 14
IAH
Houston
ABQ
Albuquerque
$354 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$354
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 9 from Houston to Albuquerque, returning Sat, Feb 14, priced at $354 found 1 day ago
United
Thu, Feb 26 - Sat, Feb 28
IAH
Houston
ABQ
Albuquerque
$359 Roundtrip, just found
$359
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Thu, Feb 26 from Houston to Albuquerque, returning Sat, Feb 28, priced at $359 just found
Delta
Sat, Feb 14 - Wed, Feb 18
IAH
Houston
ABQ
Albuquerque
$365 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$365
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Feb 14 from Houston to Albuquerque, returning Wed, Feb 18, priced at $365 found 4 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Sat, Feb 28 - Sat, Mar 7
IAH
Houston
ABQ
Albuquerque
$412 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$412
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 28 from Houston to Albuquerque, returning Sat, Mar 7, priced at $412 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston (IAH) to Albuquerque (ABQ)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $128 - $452 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Albuquerque

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

Select flight to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport ABQ. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 7 minutes. Flights from $531
ABQ
Albuquerque Intl. Sunport
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center7 min
Flights from $531
Flights from Houston (IAH) to Albuquerque (ABQ)
Origin airport
George Bush Intercontinental
Destination airport
Albuquerque Intl. Sunport
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, United
Roundtrip price
$323
Distance
743 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 30 mins

Houston to Albuquerque Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Houston to Albuquerque

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 Houston to Albuquerque are during the month of January. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Houston to Albuquerque with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Houston to Albuquerque

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Houston to Albuquerque: 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 Houston to Albuquerque

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 Houston to Albuquerque in 2026. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $144 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 Houston to Albuquerque 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 Houston to Albuquerque 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.

 

*Terms apply.

 

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 George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $144 or cheap return flight from $323 from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)?
January is the cheapest month to fly from IAH to ABQ. Traveling during an off-peak travel window is often the key to finding a great deal.
Which airlines fly direct from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)?
Jump on a nonstop flight with United Airlines and go straight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from IAH to ABQ, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on your travel style, such as preferred carriers and ideal departure window. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to list the most affordable options first.
How many flights per day from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)?
Every day on average, 2 direct flights take off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ). Pick the departure time that works for you.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)?
The 8 PM departures from IAH to ABQ are typically the busiest. They can also be more expensive. If you want to save money, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from IAH to ABQ?
If you fly on a Saturday, you'll get the greatest range of choices for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ).
What is the earliest flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 9:50AM UTC-6, leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). You'll be traveling for about 2h 38m, reaching Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) at approximately 11:28AM UTC-7.
How long does it take to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)?
Typically, it takes 2 hours and 33 minutes to travel the 740 mi from IAH to ABQ.
What airline has the least delays from IAH to ABQ?
Consider booking with United Airlines if you'd like to go straight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) without any delays. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 81%. Want real-time updates? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)?
To avoid potential delays on the George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) route, fly before 3 PM. Later flights have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**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 Albuquerque from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) is the only airport in Albuquerque with direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Consider the available options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book a ticket from IAH to ABQ often results in higher prices. Although you may find some last-minute offers, they're not always guaranteed. Be flexible with your travel plans to maximize your chances of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book an IAH to ABQ flight and hotel package?
Opting for an IAH to ABQ flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels in one place. Pick from our impressive range of hotels and then add activities, flights and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)?
You can usually reschedule or cancel your IAH to ABQ flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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