$64 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Albuquerque (ABQ)

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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Albuquerque (SAN-ABQ)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $64 for one-way flights and $127 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 7
SAN
San Diego
ABQ
Albuquerque
$127 Roundtrip, just found
$127
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from San Diego to Albuquerque, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $127 just found
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 7
SAN
San Diego
ABQ
Albuquerque
$138 Roundtrip, just found
$138
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from San Diego to Albuquerque, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $138 just found
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 14
SAN
San Diego
ABQ
Albuquerque
$139 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$139
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from San Diego to Albuquerque, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $139 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 7
SAN
San Diego
ABQ
Albuquerque
$146 Roundtrip, just found
$146
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from San Diego to Albuquerque, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $146 just found
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Thu, Aug 21
SAN
San Diego
ABQ
Albuquerque
$147 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from San Diego to Albuquerque, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $147 found 8 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 14
SAN
San Diego
ABQ
Albuquerque
$149 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from San Diego to Albuquerque, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $149 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 14
SAN
San Diego
ABQ
Albuquerque
$150 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$150
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from San Diego to Albuquerque, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $150 found 23 hours ago
American Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 7
SAN
San Diego
ABQ
Albuquerque
$156 Roundtrip, just found
$156
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from San Diego to Albuquerque, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $156 just found
Delta
Sat, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 14
SAN
San Diego
ABQ
Albuquerque
$170 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from San Diego to Albuquerque, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $170 found 1 day ago
United
Sat, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 14
SAN
San Diego
ABQ
Albuquerque
$175 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$175
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from San Diego to Albuquerque, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $175 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego (SAN) to Albuquerque (ABQ)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $73 - $409 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Albuquerque (ABQ)
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Albuquerque Intl. Sunport
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$127
Distance
627 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 12 mins

San Diego to Albuquerque Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Diego 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 San Diego to Albuquerque are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Diego to Albuquerque with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Diego to Albuquerque

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego to Albuquerque in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $64 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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.

 

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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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) cost?
You can find cheap return tickets from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) starting from $196. Snag a seat and be on your way. 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 SAN on August 7 2025 and touching down at ABQ. The price was last updated on July 11 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SAN to ABQ?
The cheapest flights from SAN to ABQ 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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)?
When heading out of San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), you can jump on a nonstop flight to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) with Southwest Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SAN to ABQ?
With tickets starting at $98 for a one-way flight from SAN to ABQ, Southwest Airlines is currently the cheapest carrier for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SAN on September 6 2025. Prices were last updated on July 11 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)?
On average, you'll only find 1 nonstop flight operating from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) every day. If this doesn't work with your itinerary, consider flights with layovers. Simply filter your search on Expedia to include one stop or more to find the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)?
Flights between SAN and ABQ are busiest at 2 PM. If you're after a quieter trip and possibly cheaper prices, choose a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to ABQ?
If you depart on a Sunday, you'll get the largest range of options for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ).
What is the earliest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)?
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)'s first flight to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) leaves at approximately 9:50AM UTC-8. With a total flight time of 1h 45m, you'll touch down at around 12:35PM UTC-7.
How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)?
It takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes to travel the 630 mi from SAN to ABQ.
What airline has the least delays from SAN to ABQ?
Consider traveling with Alaska Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) without any delays. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 83%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)?
Opt for a flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures later than this are on average 22% more likely to be 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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Compare your flight options from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ). This is the only airport in Albuquerque you can jet into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) last-minute?
Waiting until right before your break to book a flight from SAN to ABQ often results in higher prices. While it's possible to find some last-minute deals, there's no guarantee. Keep your travel plans flexible to boost your chances of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to ABQ flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking a SAN to ABQ flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one convenient place. Once you've selected your ideal flights and accommodations, you can add extras like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)?
In most cases, you can cancel or modify your SAN to ABQ flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and rules on flight changes, or if you'd like more details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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