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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Albuquerque to San Diego? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.R 1,444 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Albuquerque on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,444, select.
San Diego.R 1,649 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jul.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Albuquerque on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,649, select.
San Diego.R 2,488 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Jun.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Albuquerque on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,488, select.
San Diego.R 2,488 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Albuquerque on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,488, select.
San Diego.R 2,488 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Aug.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Albuquerque on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,488, select.
San Diego.R 2,488 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Albuquerque on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,488, select.
San Diego.R 2,533 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Albuquerque on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,533, select.
San Diego.R 2,565 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 May.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Albuquerque on Sun, 25 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,565, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Albuquerque to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in June.
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Direct flights from Albuquerque to San Diego

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Albuquerque to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Albuquerque to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,444
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 56 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week13

Finding cheap flights from Albuquerque to San Diego: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from Albuquerque to San Diego is R 4,077. 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.
1 hour and 56 minutes is the average flight time from Albuquerque to San Diego.
Southwest Airlines flies direct from Albuquerque to San Diego.
As of May 2025, there are 13 flights per week flying from Albuquerque to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque to San Diego is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Albuquerque Airport, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from R 4,077.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Albuquerque Airport to San Diego on Thursday, 26 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 56 minutes.
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 San Diego 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 San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Spirit Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

Flying from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to San Diego: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to San Diego is 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • San Diego is one hour behind Albuquerque, where Albuquerque International Sunport Airport is located. San Diego follows the UTC-7 timezone.

  • With eight weekly departures between the two airports, Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the busiest route. Hop on Southwest Airlines's 06:20 flight to get your journey from ABQ to SAN underway.

  • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your ABQ to San Diego flight.

  • Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Begin your trip at ABQ and fly nonstop to San Diego International Airport (SAN). That will be your arrival point when searching for Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to San Diego tickets.

  • Southwest Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to San Diego.

  • Located around 6 kilometres from central Albuquerque, ABQ can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 55 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near ABQ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to San Diego or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:

  • 85.09% of flights departing from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of ABQ.

  • You'll find ABQ at 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.

How to find the cheapest flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to San Diego

  • R 1,444 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to San Diego flight. Return flight tickets start from R 4,077. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.

  • Lock in cheap flights from ABQ to San Diego by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to San Diego tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • There's no need to check in daily to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from ABQ to San Diego.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to San Diego.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) to the centre of San Diego takes about 10 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 20 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to San Diego. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:

  • Travel at your own pace with a San Diego International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and discover more of San Diego and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from San Diego International Airport about two weeks before your flight from ABQ to San Diego.

  • The street address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • Central San Diego is around 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Once your flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to San Diego has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 40 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport will take about 2 hours 15 minutes.

  • Following your ABQ to San Diego flight, rest your head at a hotel close to CLD. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Budget, Hertz and Avis.

  • Get your ideal vehicle, not just what's available, by booking your ride from CLD ahead of your arrival. You'll also avoid last-minute price surges, especially when demand is high.

Best time to go to San Diego

  • Plan your trip to San Diego during high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to San Diego during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to San Diego flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ABQ to San Diego in February when temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).

More about San Diego

  • Start your San Diego trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to San Diego, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. USS Midway Museum, San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld San Diego are attractions you won't want to skip in San Diego.

Explore more of United States

  • You've done San Diego, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel about 177 kilometres north-west to Los Angeles to check off its leading attractions. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Around 483 kilometres east of San Diego, Phoenix is another essential stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from Albuquerque to San Diego

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