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      Flight deals from San Diego International to Albuquerque

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego International Airport to Albuquerque Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 4,452. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Albuquerque.R 2,229 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,229, select.
      Albuquerque.R 2,387 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,387, select.
      Albuquerque.R 2,487 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Jan.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,487, select.
      Albuquerque.R 2,548 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,548, select.
      Albuquerque.R 2,713 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 30 Mar, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,713, select.
      Albuquerque.R 2,716 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Mar.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 30 Mar, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,716, select.
      Albuquerque.R 2,748 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,748, select.
      Albuquerque.R 2,990 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,990, select.
      Albuquerque.R 3,148 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Apr.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 16 Apr, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,148, select.
      Albuquerque.R 3,151 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Apr.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Fri, 16 Apr, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,151, select.
      Albuquerque.R 3,154 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 20 May, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,154, select.
      Albuquerque.R 3,157 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 May.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Thu, 20 May, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,157, select.
      Albuquerque.R 3,666 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,666, select.
      Albuquerque.R 3,669 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,669, select.
      How did we find these deals? The deals you see here are the lowest prices for flight tickets from San Diego International to Albuquerque found in the last 4 days, and are subject to change and availability.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Albuquerque

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego International to Albuquerque flights are currently cheapest in October.
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      from R 3,666
      Oct
      from R 2,229
      Nov
      from R 2,548
      Dec
      from R 2,748
      Jan
      from R 2,387
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      Mar
      from R 2,713
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      from R 3,148
      May
      from R 3,154
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      from R 2,990
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      Direct flights from San Diego International to Albuquerque

      Southwest Airlines

      San Diego International to Albuquerque: Alternative routes

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

      Albuquerque

      6km from central Albuquerque
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      Santa Fe Regional

      78km from central Albuquerque
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      San Diego to Albuquerque: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 2,229
      Cheapest month to flyOctober
      Average flight time1 hr, 51 mins
      Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
      Average flights per week16

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

      The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego International to Albuquerque is R 4,452. 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 51 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego International to Albuquerque.
      Southwest Airlines flies direct from San Diego International to Albuquerque.
      As of September 2026, there are 16 flights per week flying from San Diego International to Albuquerque.
      The cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Albuquerque is usually October.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Diego International Airport to Albuquerque Airport on Monday, 19 October 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 51 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 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.

      Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Albuquerque.

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

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

      • Each week, there are eight San Diego International Airport to Albuquerque Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, opt for the 07:00 Southwest Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 21:55 with Southwest Airlines.

      • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your SAN to ABQ flight.

      • You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

      • Flying into Albuquerque (and then discovering more of the United States!) is a breeze with Southwest Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from San Diego International Airport to Albuquerque Airport.

      • Southwest Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

      • The most punctual carrier that offers SAN to ABQ flights is Southwest Airlines. Its services land as planned 72.92% of the time.

      • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Albuquerque Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SAN and ABQ:

        • Los Angeles International Airport

        • Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport

        • Harry Reid International Airport

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

      • The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Albuquerque Airport flight is R 2,229. A return ticket right now is R 4,452. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

      • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SAN to ABQ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.

      • May is the cheapest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Albuquerque Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

      • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SAN to ABQ.

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

      Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)

      • SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.

      • Of the flights that depart from San Diego International Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.

      • San Diego International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

      • Expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.

      • Looking for a handy hotel close to SAN? If you've booked an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Albuquerque Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

      Arriving at Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)

      When to fly to Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)

      • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Albuquerque Airport. October is the busiest month to visit Albuquerque. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.

      • When booking your flight from San Diego International Airport to Albuquerque Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Albuquerque, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

      • January has average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SAN to ABQ around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

      Explore more of the United States

      • Albuquerque has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 370 kilometres south of Albuquerque, a visit to El Paso will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Franklin Mountains State Park, Franklin Mountains State Park and Wyler Aerial Tramway.

      • Colorado Springs is another essential stop in the United States and is around 451 kilometres north of Albuquerque. No trip is complete without visiting Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak Region Attractions and Red Rock Canyon.

      Plan the rest of your trip from San Diego to Albuquerque

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.