Travelling from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ): What you need to know
Put your plans into motion at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), the main airport in Seattle. Look for flights from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) that jet out of this base.
3 hours is the average journey time for a direct Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport flight.
Albuquerque is one hour ahead of Seattle. Albuquerque International Sunport Airport is located in Albuquerque, which runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
The most popular route is from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ), with 11 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from SEA to ABQ is the 11:33am Alaska Airlines service. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 8:08pm with Alaska Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Seattle to ABQ, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
In peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can book a direct flight from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) out of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Alaska Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport jetting out of SEA.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between SEA and ABQ is Alaska Airlines.
Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 79.12% of its services arriving as planned.
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a solid on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
You can get to LKE from central Seattle in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Seattle to ABQ flight:
About Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
Book a hotel near ABQ if you're catching a late flight from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Albuquerque International Sunport Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Budget or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Albuquerque and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
You'll find ABQ at 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Getting from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to central Albuquerque
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Albuquerque. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes around 2 hours 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport is R 1,386. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,772. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To score cheap flights from Seattle to ABQ, book your ticket one month before your departure date.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
April is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ), while October is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Albuquerque based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Seattle to ABQ plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Albuquerque to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Albuquerque
Start your Albuquerque trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Albuquerque when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick things off at Petroglyph National Monument followed by Balloon Fiesta Park and Albuquerque Old Town.
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 explored. Around 257 kilometres south-east of Albuquerque, a trip to Roswell will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Spaceport Park, Downtown Historic District and Roswell Spacewalk.
Farmington is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 241 kilometres north-west of Albuquerque. No journey is complete without experiencing Animas River, Farmington Museum and Museum of Navajo Art & Culture.
