Flying from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Every week, there are nine Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board early, select the 08:07 Sun Country Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 21:50 with Delta Air Lines.
To ensure you get on your MSP to ABQ flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Delta Air Lines has direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Albuquerque — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
Most passengers choose to travel with Delta Air Lines on this route.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier that offers MSP to ABQ flights. An exceptional 95.92% of its departures on this route land on time.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MSP and ABQ:
Denver International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
Currently, R 2,641 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 5,185. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from MSP to ABQ, book your journey eight months before your departure.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MSP to ABQ.
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Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
MSP's address is 6040 28th Avenue South.
Of all flights leaving Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport from central Minneapolis, it takes about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MSP? If you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
If you're getting in on a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near ABQ:
Travel at your own pace with an Albuquerque International Sunport Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Budget or Hertz and see more of Albuquerque and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to central Albuquerque
The street address for ABQ is 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Albuquerque. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 55 minutes.
When to fly to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. October is the busiest month to head to Albuquerque. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport for July if you want to explore Albuquerque during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MSP to ABQ in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Albuquerque is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 370 kilometres south of Albuquerque, a trip to El Paso will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Franklin Mountains State Park, Wyler Aerial Tramway and Chamizal National Memorial.
If you're looking to explore another side of United States, consider Colorado Springs, roughly 451 kilometres north of Albuquerque. US Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) / North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD) Headquarters, Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) are among its highlights.
