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Find cheap flights from Albuquerque to San Diego from $32

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Cheap flight deals from Albuquerque to San Diego

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Albuquerque to San Diego 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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10:18 pm - 9:14 amABQ-SAN
11h 56m1 stop
7:42 am - 8:17 pmSAN-ABQ
11h 35m1 stop
$79Spirit Airlines
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Tue, May 7 - Fri, May 10
9:07 pm - 7:17 pmABQ-SAN
23h 10m1 stop
8:26 pm - 7:48 amSAN-ABQ
10h 22m1 stop
$80Spirit Airlines
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Fri, May 10 - Mon, May 13
8:12 pm - 8:15 pmABQ-SAN
25h 03m1 stop
8:34 am - 9:24 pmSAN-ABQ
11h 50m1 stop
Sun, Apr 7 - Wed, Apr 10
12:19 pm - 3:13 pmABQ-SAN
3h 54m1 stop
7:31 pm - 11:59 pmSAN-ABQ
3h 28m1 stop
$304American Airlines
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Tue, Jul 30 - Thu, Aug 1
12:20 pm - 3:24 pmABQ-SAN
4h 04m1 stop
6:15 am - 11:09 amSAN-ABQ
3h 54m1 stop
$327American Airlines
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Thu, Aug 29 - Tue, Sep 3
10:18 pm - 10:42 amABQ-SAN
13h 24m2 stops
8:00 pm - 4:53 pmSAN-ABQ
19h 53m3 stops
Tue, Apr 16 - Wed, Apr 17
5:21 am - 11:57 amABQ-SAN
7h 36m1 stop
5:15 pm - 11:11 pmSAN-ABQ
4h 56m1 stop
$350Delta
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Thu, Aug 1 - Sun, Aug 4
1:35 pm - 5:36 pmABQ-SAN
5h 01m1 stop
11:34 am - 5:14 pmSAN-ABQ
4h 40m1 stop
$369United Airlines
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Tue, Apr 16 - Wed, Apr 17
10:54 am - 11:55 pmABQ-SAN
14h 01m3 stops
7:09 am - 12:36 pmSAN-ABQ
4h 27m1 stop
$384United Airlines
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Sat, Aug 17 - Sat, Aug 24
11:40 am - 11:00 pmABQ-SAN
12h 20m2 stops
6:20 am - 5:37 pmSAN-ABQ
10h 17m2 stops
$1,819Delta
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Fri, May 3 - Sun, May 5

Flights from Albuquerque to San Diego - Travel Insights & Trends

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

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

The average price of all flights from Albuquerque to San Diego clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to San Diego on a Monday and more expensive on a Friday. On your return trip to Albuquerque, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Albuquerque to San Diego, 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 San Diego is January, where tickets cost $177 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of tickets is $376 and $374 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Albuquerque to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Albuquerque to San Diego, you should book around 5 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 31 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Albuquerque to San Diego?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The best deals for a one-way ticket found by KAYAK users over the last 3 days were on Spirit Airlines ($32) and Delta ($379). The cheapest round-trip tickets were found on Spirit Airlines ($79) and American Airlines ($304).

How many flights are there between Albuquerque and San Diego per day?

Each day, there are between 2 and 4 nonstop flights that take off from Albuquerque and land in San Diego, with an average flight time of 1h 53m. The most common departure time is 9:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 21 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 19% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

How long does a flight from Albuquerque to San Diego take?

Direct flights cover the 627 miles separating Albuquerque to San Diego in about 3h 37m.

What’s the earliest departure time from Albuquerque to San Diego?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Albuquerque at 9:15 am and will be landing in San Diego at 10:05 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Albuquerque to San Diego?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Albuquerque to San Diego jets off at 7:05 pm and lands at 8:05 pm.

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February

High season

May

Cheapest flight

$32
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Albuquerque to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Albuquerque to San Diego 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 San Diego

  • What are the transport options from San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    One choice that is quite speedy and also very cost-effective is to travel on the route number 992 bus offered by San Diego Metro Transit, that makes the trip downtown in around 20 minutes. If instead, you will be traveling to the very convenient Old Town Transportation Center that offers connections to a number of destinations throughout the San Diego area, the San Diego Flyer bus can make the trip from the airport to this transportation hub in around 5 minutes.

  • Does the San Diego International Airport offer any shower facilities?

    This airport features showers available for guest use in the Airspace Lounge. Travelers will also find two Be Relax spawn locations at this airport that offer a full menu of spa services, including massages.

  • Where are the car rental providers at San Diego International Airport?

    All of the rental car companies that offer service at this airport have their customer service counters and their vehicles at the consolidated rental car center off-site from the airport. There is a dedicated shuttle bus that continually runs between the airport terminals and the center that you will find curbside just outside of the arrivals area of both terminal buildings.

  • Where will I meet my ride at San Diego International Airport?

    For terminal one, travelers should exit the baggage claim area and then use the pedestrian crosswalk to the ground transportation area, where you will see signage for rideshare vehicles. From terminal 2, cross at the main crosswalk to the transportation Plaza and write your vehicles will be in the second lane on the right.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Albuquerque to San Diego?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Albuquerque to San Diego was $32 for a one-way ticket and $79 for a round-trip.

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

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Albuquerque to San Diego. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Albuquerque to San Diego?

    When flying out of Albuquerque you will be using Albuquerque. You will be landing at San Diego, also known as San Diego.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Albuquerque to San Diego?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Albuquerque to San Diego, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Albuquerque to San Diego are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $366 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $379 and an overall rating of 7.4.

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

    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 San Diego.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    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 San Diego with an airline and back to Albuquerque with another airline. Booking your flights between Albuquerque and SAN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 San Diego from Albuquerque up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from ABQ to San Diego

  • For those passengers traveling from the Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) to San Diego and want to find a way to get to the airport from the downtown area without driving your car, consider the line 50 bus offered by ABQ Ride that can have you at the airport in 25 minutes.
  • For passengers traveling with a pet or a service animal through the Albuquerque International Sunport you will find that this airport offers three different pet relief stations. There are two outdoor stations that sit on the baggage claim level at the east and west end of the terminal building. The indoor location sits at gate A7.
  • The Albuquerque International Sunport offers a great feature for nursing mothers, which is their mother's nursing room that you can find just after the security checkpoint. This nursing room features beautiful artwork, comfortable seating, electrical outlets, and sinks.
  • When you are looking for a way to pass the time at the Albuquerque International Sunport before your flight to San Diego, this airport offers an observation deck that features over 1700 square feet of glass where you can see all of the runways, taxiways, and the gate areas of the airport.
  • For travelers that tend to get a little bit anxious when they travel, the Albuquerque International Sunport offers a meditation room that makes a great place to relax and center yourself before your flight to San Diego.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Albuquerque to San Diego?

Find which airlines fly direct from Albuquerque to San Diego, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Albuquerque to San Diego

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Nonstop returns

San Diego to Albuquerque

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Top 4 airlines serving from Albuquerque to San Diego

Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Albuquerque to San Diego? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to KAYAK reviews.
8.0
DeltaOverall score based on 11402 reviews
81overall
86crew
79comfort
75food
82boarding
80entertainment
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I didn’t like that I could not select my seat and was assigned a seat when I checked in at LAX

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I didn’t like that I could not select my seat and was assigned a seat when I checked in at LAX

Great experience overall. Check in at Austin was congested as they only have about 6 check in kiosks, one was broken, and there was a lot of Spring Break travelers.

Bag drop off was slow and annoying. Only 2 agents at the entire delta desk, and no one directing traffic for what line to be in, many confused people slowed down the process. Boarding was fine. Seats in Delta comfort plus were fine. Snacks were great! Definitely a bonus. The entertainment system was awful — old, slow, not responsive, and completely unable to play games due to some kind of error. But on the other hand, thank you to Delta for the free WiFi. That made it better.

Everything was very good other than I had selected a specific seat when I booked the flight and they changed it once I checked-in the day before my flight. I was still in first class but lost my aisle seat for a window seat. Being tall, the aisle offers more comfort so I always select an aisle seat.

Flight diverted in SD. Later take off in Seattle by 1.3hrs

Crew was not friendly when I went to request a seat change.

Really impressive staff at airport and on plane, especially given how busy it was

Was a great smooth flight from Detroit to San Diego.

The boarding process was terrible especially with an indirect flight Chicago to Seattle to San Diego was terrible talking about we overbooked a flight idk if I’d take this airline ever again we got off our flight from Chicago to Seattle and we traveled for business and they told us our connecting flight was over booked and their was no seats asking people to take a delayed next flight and they don’t tell anyone coughing to wear masks seats 30A-B were terrible during the flight no one wants to sit next to people coughing all around I don’t want to be sick traveling for work or get sick anytime it’s very upsetting the staff doesn’t take this stuff serious to tell them to wear masks when they see people coughing and sneezing

Crew was great. However the seat I had would not recline and stay put. It would spring back to upright. Hopefully they can check the seats and maintain them. Otherwise the plane is clean and the crew is very friendly.

For a 22 minute flight all you expect is for it to be safe and comfortable

I was not able to buy food in the flight. They refer to include your Credit card in the APP, and if you are not from USA (i have a credit card form Canada) it is not possible

Over two hours wait to get wheelchair assistance from arrival to the departure gate for LA was unreasonable even though there appreared to be heavy demand.

Airline did not explain reasons why flight was delayed two hours. Explanations were badly needed and rarely provided. Problem seemed to clearly be the airline’s fault and not the fault of the weather or airport.

I was delighted that we were able to get on the 4:40 pm flight rather than our original booking at 6:55 pm!! Other than that, the flight was comfortable and landed early😊

The flight and crew were fine. The entertainment- the sound was so bad through the headphones I could barely understand it and it was a show I had seen before. The food might have been fine but having to have an account with united in order to access the app in order to pay for the food was rage inducing. I had entered my credit card info at home and logged in as guest but that wouldn’t allow the “wallet” tab to open in the app. And then the wifi was so bad that it took about 45 minutes to fully log in and get all the info working at which time I missed the food. You shouldn’t have to give your address, email and phone number in order to get a hamburger.

The control panel for the seat back screen did not work at all after takeoff.

United airline kept delaying our flight back to Phoenix for 8 hours before they cancelled it! If they know that we are not flying out for whatever the reason is, why did they keep lying to us for hours. We could find another flight earlier or even find a hotel with a shuttle. But cancellation at about midnight was not fun. We stayed in the airport all night till the following morning when we bought an Alaska tickets to go back to Phoenix. Total of 14 hours in the airport.

Poor seating comfort, seat cushion too thin, very uncomfortable. My luggage didi not make the flight due to equipment change. At least. United had it delivered the next day. I was without my toilet items for one day.

The crew was nice but the people going to Orange County are so entitled. Everyone thinks everything is suppose for be perfect for them. Tough crowd.

Plane was good but was delayed. probably not AA fault but caused a 1 hour delay. Seating was cramped.

5 hour flight - full flight - not enough room to use my computer - slightly delayed - Admirals club was excellent quality food, drink made up for flight seating. No food offerred on flight, you ahd to prebook.

We experience delays on departure and connecting flights resulting in 14 hour to our next departure. We were accommodated with a night's stay but was only provided a 12 dollar meals accommodation. The airlines rules state.at least 50 dollars. In any case, it can not make up for the whole day missed on our vacation in Sydney Australia.

I can say I will not be taking this airline again any time soon. Seat were uncomfortable and too tight. Lack of chair screen and little overhead space.

Plane felt so crowded and tightly packed. The chair itself was not comfortable.

They attended to my needs as I couldn't walk and they provided a wheelchair for me.q

Poor availability of food. Cold cabin temperature. Extremely long waiting time for a flight attendant to respond to a call button signal.

2.5h delay due to unruly passenger in first class. Had to be removed from the flight. No food unless pre ordered. Didn't know we would need it because of delay.

This time my flight was smooth and uneventful. They started boarding even earlier than it was scheduled. I was pleasantly surprised. Thank you!

Boarding and crew were great. Everything was. On time. The 737 was Incredibly Uncomfortable!! Too tight in seat area for one, but, the real problem was that the seats were AWFUL. After an 8 hour flight from Dallas to Madrid my lower back was miserable and I am fit: I never have back problems. It took 2 days to recover. Honestly I can’t recommend AA for long distance flights. Plus for a $1200+ ticket they wanted $30 for 2 hours of internet. Thank you for listening.

The text told me it was changed to Terminal E and Gate D5. But with no one on site to ask questions there was confusion on where to go as all the gates were E's. Then we took the skyline to the D area. We left to get something to eat. No announcement was made but my daughter happened to asked and they told her our gate was moved to D12. I will not fly Spirit again.

The agent at the check in desk was absolutely rude. The rest of the team after that was good, but the check in process at LAS was miserable. The woman at the desk spoke like we were stupid and was rude throughout the process.

Its so random that they only allow 40 pounds on checked bags when all airlines take 55. They then charge you for each 10 extra pounds, so my checked suitcase was $130 and the flight $30 ... its like whattt, im for sure not traveling with Spirit again

So bad. The check in process was laborious and the check in agent didn't seem to know how to manage the process efficiently and was confused about how to check in my son's sports equipment. The baggage fees were outrageous and so expensive. $90 for a carry on bag? And $200 additional for 2 check ins. The security lines were insanely long and the terminal was not very nice in the Spirit area. $5 for a water on board. It was my first and last time flying Spirit - I tried to save $ by flying them due to the accommodating schedule but I should have paid for Southwest, because it would've actually ended up less expensive due to the free bags with Southwest. There were no charging ports on the airplane, no wifi and really uncomfortable seating. The flight crew were great though, courteous and efficient in their boarding. Flight was delayed 1 hour, but we made up 15 minutes in flight.

My experience was better than expected. What I did find not so great was the seats. Very little room, they did not recline and the tray table was the size of a post card. There was no food to try, just standard snacks that you had to pay for and I don’t know of any entertainment. I would fly again even though everything was an upcharge. Flight was on time with little disturbance

thy don't even ofer water we have to buy it for $4.49 and paid for our cary on bags $100 each we never will fly in this company again.

Super cool and laid back, three lovely ladies. Couldn’t ask for better service.

It was fine. Boarding was a little rude. On flight staff was great. The cost to purchase everything was a bit annoying but I get that's the business model.

I liked the fast check in and boarding. The flight fare could be a lot less than what I paid…..

Minimalist interiors are great for legroom but terrible for comfort.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Albuquerque to San Diego found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
4/20Sat
1 stopSpirit Airlines
3h 37mABQ-SAN
$32
4/29Mon
1 stopSpirit Airlines
23h 47mABQ-SAN
$38
4/20Sat
1 stopSpirit Airlines
3h 37mABQ-SAN
$39
4/17Wed
1 stopSpirit Airlines
14h 37mABQ-SAN
$41
4/17Wed
1 stopSpirit Airlines
14h 37mABQ-SAN
$45
4/29Mon
2 stopsSpirit Airlines
15h 30mABQ-SAN
$51
5/5Sun
1 stop
12h 42mABQ-SAN
$56
5/19Sun
2 stops
17h 33mABQ-SAN
$107
4/3Wed
1 stopDelta
4h 56mABQ-SAN
$379
4/3Wed
2 stopsUnited Airlines
17h 41mABQ-SAN
$559

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Last minute flights from Albuquerque to San Diego

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Albuquerque to San Diego that are departing in the next 10 days.
3/29Fri
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
23h 49mABQ-SAN
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multi-stopSpirit Airlines
11h 30mSAN-ABQ
$346
3/29Fri
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16h 54mABQ-SAN
4/1Mon
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
11h 30mSAN-ABQ
$472
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16h 54mABQ-SAN
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21h 52mSAN-ABQ
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Albuquerque - San Diego Flights

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Albuquerque (ABQ)United States

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