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Flight deals from Los Angeles to Albuquerque Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles to Albuquerque Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $306. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Albuquerque

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles to Albuquerque flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Albuquerque

Los Angeles to Albuquerque: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Los Angeles to Albuquerque below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Albuquerque.

Los Angeles to Albuquerque: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$303
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs
Most popular airlineSkyWest Airlines
Average flights per week283

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to Albuquerque: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles to Albuquerque is $303. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours is the average flight time from Los Angeles to Albuquerque.
SkyWest Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to Albuquerque.
As of March 2026, there are 283 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Albuquerque.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Albuquerque is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Albuquerque Airport on Tuesday, 14 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Albuquerque but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Albuquerque is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Albuquerque is Delta .

Flying from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ): What you need to know

  • Los Angeles's main airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Check out your departure options from this terminal when searching for your flights from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ).

  • The average length of a direct Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport flight is 2 hours.

  • The timezone in Albuquerque is UTC-7, which is one hour ahead of Los Angeles. Albuquerque International Sunport is located in Albuquerque.

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) is the most popular route. There are 42 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with American Airlines at 8:13pm. Go for the first LAX to ABQ departure with Southwest Airlines at 7:25am if you'd rather get going earlier.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from Los Angeles to ABQ, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Travelling during a peak month like December? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Go straight to your destination from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Direct flights from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) are available from here.

  • Pick from a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport leaving from LAX. Book your journey with one of these:

  • Delta sees the most traveller bookings for flights from LAX to ABQ.

  • With a reliable 88.72% of services arriving as planned, American Airlines leads the way in punctuality on this route.

  • LAX is around 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.

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  • Los Angeles International Airport has a solid on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from LAX make it to their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.

  • LAX is located at One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 29 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 35 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Los Angeles to ABQ flight? Kick back in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:

About Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)

Getting from Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) to central Albuquerque

  • From Albuquerque International Sunport, central Albuquerque is around 13 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the city centre by car.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)

  • Right now, $152 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $303. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap flights from Los Angeles to ABQ, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from Los Angeles to ABQ couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Bag the best deal on a flight from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)

  • It's time to work out when to book your flight from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ). October is the busiest month to visit Albuquerque. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in September.

  • Lock in a Los Angeles to ABQ plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Albuquerque to range from 17ºC to 37ºC.

  • January sees temperatures of between -5ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Albuquerque

Explore more of the United States

  • Albuquerque has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres southeast of Albuquerque, a visit to Roswell will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Spaceport Park, Downtown Historic District and Roswell Spacewalk.

  • Farmington is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 241 kilometres northwest of Albuquerque. No trip is complete without visiting Animas River, Farmington Museum and Among The Waters Park and Trail.

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