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Cheap Flights from Albuquerque to San Diego (ABQ-SAN)

 
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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Recent round-trip flight deals from Albuquerque to San Diego

Thu, Jul 31 - Thu, Aug 7
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:59 pm - 11:06 pmABQ-SAN
4h 07m1 stop
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6:15 am - 7:04 pmSAN-ABQ
11h 49m1 stop
$145Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Jul 31 - Thu, Aug 7
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:59 pm - 11:06 pmABQ-SAN
4h 07m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 7:04 pmSAN-ABQ
11h 49m1 stop
$163Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 18
Southwest Logo
6:55 pm - 7:50 pmABQ-SAN
1h 55mnonstop
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6:40 pm - 9:35 pmSAN-ABQ
1h 55mnonstop
$197Southwest
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Thu, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 18
Southwest Logo
6:55 pm - 7:50 pmABQ-SAN
1h 55mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:50 pm - 11:40 pmSAN-ABQ
3h 50m1 stop
$207Southwest
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Mon, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 24
American Airlines Logo
3:37 pm - 9:36 pmABQ-SAN
6h 59m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:58 pm - 12:12 amSAN-ABQ
3h 14m1 stop
$223American Airlines
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Wed, Aug 27 - Sun, Aug 31
American Airlines Logo
12:17 pm - 3:25 pmABQ-SAN
4h 08m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 2:30 pmSAN-ABQ
5h 15m1 stop
$240American Airlines
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Thu, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 18
United Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 5:39 pmABQ-SAN
6h 29m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:27 pm - 11:07 amSAN-ABQ
14h 40m2 stops
$282United Airlines
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Wed, Jul 9 - Wed, Jul 16
Delta Logo
6:45 pm - 10:54 pmABQ-SAN
5h 09m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 11:27 pmSAN-ABQ
5h 27m1 stop
$287Delta
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Fri, Sep 19 - Sun, Sep 21
Delta Logo
6:55 pm - 10:54 pmABQ-SAN
4h 59m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 11:14 amSAN-ABQ
3h 59m1 stop
$325Delta
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Wed, Jul 9 - Wed, Jul 16
United Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 8:50 pmABQ-SAN
8h 15m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:58 am - 9:45 pmSAN-ABQ
8h 47m1 stop
$362United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Albuquerque to San Diego flights

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 round-trip flights from Albuquerque to San Diego clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to San Diego on a Monday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Tuesday is the most expensive day to fly from Albuquerque to San Diego. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Mondays for the best 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 round-trip 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 September, where tickets cost $268 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $440 and $440 respectively.

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

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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
High seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$64
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 26% 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 $64 for a one-way ticket and $145 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 airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Albuquerque to San Diego?

    Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Albuquerque to San Diego flight route.

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

    The Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Albuquerque to San Diego flight 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, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Albuquerque to San Diego are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $423 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $411 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • 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.

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $209 or less one-way and $337 or less round-trip.
  • 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.

Prefer to fly direct from Albuquerque to San Diego?

 
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Top 5 airlines serving from Albuquerque to San Diego

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Albuquerque to San Diego. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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 verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4278 reviews
8.6Crew
8.2Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.6Entertainment
7.1Food
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It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2025LGB - SMF
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It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

Boarding process, crew were good. But the seats were so uncomfortable that was all I could focus on. I literally had to sit forward so that all 3 of us could fit in row. I will try to avoid Southwest in the future for any flights over 60 minutes.

Great flight, 47 passengers on a 180 seat plane. Stewardess was pleasant and cheerful.

Great experience flying Southwest. The crew was really kind and helpful, and very friendly with our toddler.

Plane late from DC to Austin 30 minutes. Crew made up much of the time enroute to San Diego.

Fine, but how to board on SW versus othrr airlines, is just lame. Goood staff though and all was solid otherwise.

Was as expected. Crowed planes. Too many carryons delaying takeoff. But the ride only took an hour and saved me a lot of time SFO is a not a great airport.

Was as expected. Crowed planes. Too many carryons delaying takeoff. But the ride only took an hour and saved me a lot of time SFO is a hell hole of an airport. It is the new LaGuardia. Everything Cobbled together. Security gates closed. Terri directional signage

I will be flying again Southwest Airlines. Friendly crew, comfortable and affordable.

The plane arrived 25 minutes late, and the Wi-Fi was slower than it usually is.

5 hours of delay that could've been much shorter if Delta had taken the 1 hour delay they imposed on the flight before boarding to run any of the plane checks required for flight to find the hydraulic issue that required nearly 3 hours to fix. $24 of meal credit buys a sandwich and a soft drink. Poor communication within the terminal about what gate we'd be re-boarding from and when we'd be re-boarding.

The entertainment and wifi mostly didn't work on this flight.

Terrible entertainment system - kept freezing and audio kept cutting out. Snacks were mediocre at best for a 5 hour flight.

I am still upset that my bag was lost on a recent trip to Rome ; we were inconvenienced and out €150 Euros ; delta has refused to reimburse us

This had nothing to do with Delta… The flights were on time and flawless. The service was excellent. We purchased seats in (aisle/middle) comfort plus since this was a cross country flight. Unfortunately, the woman seated at the window was 300+ pounds and, as might be expected, covered up about a third of the middle seat also. there was absolutely nothing that Delta could have done about that… I just don’t know what the answer should be. If you purchase a seat, you should should be able to use the entire seat and not just the portion that someone else is not sitting/oozing in. Disappointing…there should be something that could be done….I'm just not sure what solution could be.

Seats are much much more comfortable than United, which is what I usually fly

If I pay extra for "comfort+" I expect leg room where I can stretch my legs. I was seated with an attendant's seat blocking my feet. Knee space was fine but my feet had less room than the non-"comfort+" seats. Also, don't go cheap on food when you have flights of 3+ hours. It's insulting.

Only one side of the heafphone jack work. Crew was friendly and helpful.

Great. Flight departed early and arrived early. Deplaning and baggage claim ww were quick.

They separated our seats and moved us to the back of the plane. Hundreds of dollars and thousands of miles used and this was my platinum member experience.

Boarding was mayhem. Late boarding by 15 minutes because of lack of staff (missing 1 flight attendant. We had to wait for an arrival of another plane before we could board). Flight was a little rough, but cannot blame on airlines.

Great experience…left a bit behind schedule but made up fir that in the air and landed 10 minutes early 😁

United out of SFO is having issues with catering so none of our meals were loaded on the plane and no offer of compensation for our tickets purchased was offered.

A bit rush for transit. Food and entertainment are not available

The gate was too far away for the connecting flight

Generally good. The aisles have gotten narrower which can slow down boarding. Flight crew was great! Healthier complimentary snacks would be appreciated. Due to earthquake in San Francisco we had to circle in air space for a bit but then had a smooth landing. I laud the flight crew for their patience ;)

The agents was very rude and they charged me $50 for a carry-on bag saying that it was too big and then I saw someone going on a plane with the same size bag as me

For the most part united was a good experience, how ever when they came by with the snacks and water, they completely passed by my wife and I. As we were in separate rows. On a 5 hr flight we were not offered water

Fantastic crew. Flight was delayed at last minute but we were given updates every 20 minutes and the crew was so friendly and considerate. I miss the touch screens on the back of the seats, wish they would bring that back though.

Awful. Worst airline I have ever been on. Crew were among the rudest people I have ever dealt with. United staff members were rude and disrespectful. My flight was delayed, causing me to miss a connecting flight. I understand things happen, but when staff start lying about what actually happened, that is when I have an issue. Just be honest, really it isn’t that hard. I’m being very honest with this review and I don’t find this difficult what so ever. In fact, because of United Airlines, my Christmas holiday was off to a really rocky start. As someone who has traveled across the world, it has only been United that I have had a truly awful experience.

Loved the staff, boarding and drink options! Wish the comfort of the seat could have been better nevertheless

Honestly, I haven’t flown American in years, probably due to the pandemic and my being unable to travel for certain periods in the last two years, but it was a good experience to dig out or obtain a new American Airlines account after many years of traveling for business with American in the past.

Long 5 hour and 45 min flight and only one drink service and cookie snack

One bottle of water and a package of cookies for comfort plus. We had to literally beg a flight attendant for an extra bottle of water later in the flight due to feeling dehydrated.

Flight boarded from Gate 39 at OGG, the farthest gate in the terminal. There were no Hawaiian themed amenities for the flight. The first class service was mediocre at best; I received not special welcome or recognition as an executive platinum member of American Advantage program. The flight attendants were more concerned with their cell phones than saying "thank you" to the passengers as we disembarked. Fortunately, the flight arrived at LAX a few minutes early.

Bigger seats. Board back to front! Disembark front to back!

Extraordinary service in business class, and very good breakfast and snacks. A really lovely flight.

This flight didn’t happen because AA agents didn’t let us board the flight

Plane was pretty clean, staff was friendly and helpful, flight left about on time arrived early. Took a long time to board and get off the plane - carry on items didn't have enough room so people had to move all around to find places.

The service and food needs to improve to catch up with other international flights

Boarding was a breeze, however, two of the flights that I boarded with Spirit did not have Wi-Fi available.

Very good. Nothing more or less than expected. No complaints.

My experience with the spirit as a first time it was OK, but the seats need a little cushion, the problem I had the most impacted me was when checking in the scales were so off and wrong. It will tell that you would have more weight, which was not true. The scale was say that it had Thirty Eight Pounds, when get in the labels when we send the luggage into the band. It says that it was overweight. I really really dislike that because the scales are not accurate. If I use Spirit and I have that issue again. That will be my last time flying with the spirit, even though I like so much to service the planes, and everything else

hahaha we are delayed for one hour plus.. but thx we arrived San Diego safe

Worst airline ever! The guy weighing my bag had his foot on the metal plate and when I called him out on it, I got this stupid little smirk. La is a scam and so is Spirit Airlines. All the flight attendants looked like they hated our flight just as much as we did.

Unclear pricing; ended up being charged an extra $52 just to get onboard

Spirit is awful. Too expensive for what you get. Stop nickel and diming.

would be great to get basic water, soda at least and stop charging for carry ons

Your crew is a representation of your Standards and Values. The crew from Seattle to LAX, was very disappointing. The crew was more interested in hanging out at the lobby area. Talking, laughing loudly and eating all the snacks. They did not do regular rounds to see if customers needed anything. This was a huge disappointment. I will no longer be flying with your airlines moving forward.

- flight attendants not very friendly. - Paid for WiFi and plane didn’t have it working , never got a refund.

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