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Cheapest round-trip
$317
Typical prices: $305-$439
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ABQ - ORD • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$159
Typical prices: $208-$360
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Thu 10/15
ABQ - ORD • Non-stop
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Shortest trip • 4h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Albuquerque to Chicago (ABQ-CHI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Albuquerque to Chicago that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Albuquerque to Chicago

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
American Airlines Logo
1:44 pm - 5:55 pm
ABQ
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ORD
3h 11mnonstop
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7:10 pm - 9:22 pm
ORD
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ABQ
3h 12mnonstop
$317American Airlines
Sat, Aug 15 - Sat, Aug 22
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2:41 pm - 6:58 pm
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ORD
3h 17mnonstop
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11:56 am - 1:57 pm
ORD
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ABQ
3h 01mnonstop
$317American Airlines
Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Aug 19
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 11:59 am
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ORD
2h 59mnonstop
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8:05 pm - 10:20 pm
ORD
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ABQ
3h 15mnonstop
$317United Airlines
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2
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12:43 pm - 4:43 pm
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ORD
3h 00mnonstop
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9:20 am - 11:36 am
ORD
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ABQ
3h 16mnonstop
$317United Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Sat, Sep 12
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8:35 am - 12:15 pm
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MDW
2h 40mnonstop
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6:00 pm - 8:05 pm
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ABQ
3h 05mnonstop
$317Southwest
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
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2:00 pm - 5:40 pm
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MDW
2h 40mnonstop
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9:30 pm - 11:35 pm
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ABQ
3h 05mnonstop
$317Southwest
Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 26
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2:41 pm - 6:58 pm
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ORD
3h 17mnonstop
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11:56 am - 1:57 pm
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ABQ
3h 01mnonstop
$317American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
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7:50 am - 11:49 am
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ORD
2h 59mnonstop
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8:10 pm - 10:25 pm
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ABQ
3h 15mnonstop
$317United Airlines
Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 1
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7:00 am - 2:09 pm
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ORD
6h 09m
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1:50 pm - 9:36 pm
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8h 46m
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$337Delta
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2
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7:00 am - 2:09 pm
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6h 09m
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3:25 pm - 9:36 pm
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7h 11m
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$337Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Albuquerque to Chicago flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Albuquerque to Chicago to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Albuquerque to Chicago?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Albuquerque to Chicago departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Chicago from Albuquerque usually cost between $339 and $489 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $317 on American Airlines (Sep 23-Sep 29).

What is the cheapest Albuquerque to Chicago flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Albuquerque to Chicago costs $317 on the route between Albuquerque (ABQ) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 7% cheaper than other Albuquerque-Chicago routes. It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albuquerque to Chicago?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Albuquerque to Chicago clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Albuquerque to Chicago, look for departures on Wednesdays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Chicago, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque to Chicago?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Albuquerque to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Albuquerque to Chicago is September, where tickets cost $376 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $529 and $522 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Albuquerque to Chicago?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $409 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Albuquerque to Chicago?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Albuquerque to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Albuquerque to Chicago, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 52% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Albuquerque to Chicago

 
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Harriet Baskas

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Low season

January

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$159
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.
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When to book flights from Albuquerque to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Albuquerque to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Albuquerque to Chicago

  • Does ABQ have an animal relief station in the airport?

    Yes. If you are traveling with a service animal or pet who needs to go potty before your flight to Chicago, you can go to the full-service Indoor Pet Relief Room is located airside at Gate A7. This room features a wall with a mural, a mock fire hydrant, and artificial grass.

  • Can I get a flight from Albuquerque to Midway?

    Yes. Delta and Southwest are two airlines that offer flights from ABQ to MDW with one stop. This stop off and occurs in Atlanta, Denver, or Dallas. Delta and United are two airlines that offer flights from ABQ to MDW with two stops. Stops occur in cities such as Atlanta paired with Detroit, Atlanta paired with Minneapolis, Salt Lake City paired with Minneapolis, Denver paired with Minneapolis, and Salt Lake City paired with Atlanta.

  • Do both Chicago airports provide private facilities for nursing moms?

    Yes. ORD has Mother's Rooms located in Terminals one, two, three, and five. There is also a Mother's Room in the Multi-Modal Facility. At O'Hare, you can also find Mamava pods, freestanding lactation units in Terminals one, two, and three. Midway provides a Mamava pod on Concourse A at Gate A5 and a Mother's Room on Concourse C, next to the Yoga Room.

  • Do both Chicago airports have a USO lounge?

    Yes. ORD has two USO lounges and MDW has one. These lounges welcome active duty US military personnel and their families free of charge. The ORD military lounges are located in Terminal 2 on the Mezzanine level and in Terminal 3 on the G Concourse in the Rotunda. The ORD military lounges are open daily from 9 am to 5 pm. Open daily from 8 am to 8 pm, the USO at Midway is on Concourse C, airside.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Albuquerque to Chicago?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Albuquerque to Chicago was $159 for a one-way ticket and $317 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Albuquerque and Chicago?

    A passport is not required to fly from Albuquerque to Chicago.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Albuquerque to Chicago?

    American Airlines, JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Albuquerque to Chicago flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Albuquerque to Chicago?

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Albuquerque to Chicago flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Albuquerque to Chicago?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Albuquerque and Chicago, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Albuquerque to Chicago?

    There are nonstop flights from Albuquerque to Chicago on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Albuquerque to Chicago, Southwest or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Albuquerque to Chicago are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $487 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $462 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Albuquerque to Chicago?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Albuquerque to Chicago.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Albuquerque to Chicago?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Albuquerque is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Albuquerque to Chicago?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chicago with an airline and back to Albuquerque with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Albuquerque to Chicago?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chicago from Albuquerque up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Albuquerque to Chicago

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $233 or less one-way and $423 or less round-trip.
  • The Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) is an airport that serves the city of Albuquerque in New Mexico. ABQ is a hub for regional airlines such as Ameriflight, Great Lakes Airlines, New Mexico Airlines, and USA Jet Airlines. Flights from Albuquerque to Chicago will either land at the Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or the Midway International Airport (MDW).
  • Airlines such as Southwest, Frontier, Alaska, American, United, Delta, and Spirit offer flights from ABQ to ORD with one stop. This stop occurs in cities such as Las Vegas, Denver, Dallas, Atlanta, Houston, Seattle, Austin, Phoenix, and Salt Lake City. Delta, American, and United are among the airlines that offer flights from ABQ to ORD with two stops.
  • If you want to stay near ABQ the night before your flight to Chicago, you can check into the Sheraton Albuquerque Airport hotel, located opposite the ABQ terminal. Some amenities of this hotel include room service, a flexible pet policy, a safe in the room, a workout room, Wi-Fi, and a bar and lounge.
  • If you want to meditate, reflect, pray, or just relax away from the commotion of the airport, you can take advantage of the Meditation Room at ABQ. This quiet, serene space with padded benches is located on the first level, landside, across from Baggage Carousel 8.
  • If you want to watch the planes landing and taking off on the tarmac, you can observe it all from ABQ's vast ODeck. This deck is located airside, between Gate A1 and Gate B1.

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Direct departures

Albuquerque to Chicago

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Chicago to Albuquerque

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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