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Cheapest round-trip
$217
Typical prices: $261-$429
Southwest
Wed 9/23Wed 9/30
ABQ - SAN • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$109
Typical prices: $108-$260
Southwest
Wed 9/30
ABQ - SAN • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 1h 51m
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Cheapest • Avg $329 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 09m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Albuquerque to San Diego

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
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6:55 am - 7:45 am
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SAN
1h 50mnonstop
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8:45 am - 11:35 am
SAN
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1h 50mnonstop
$217Southwest
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
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6:55 am - 7:45 am
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SAN
1h 50mnonstop
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8:45 am - 11:35 am
SAN
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ABQ
1h 50mnonstop
$227Southwest
Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9
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6:55 am - 7:45 am
ABQ
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SAN
1h 50mnonstop
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5:45 pm - 8:40 pm
SAN
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ABQ
1h 55mnonstop
$227Southwest
Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 30
American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 8:50 am
ABQ
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SAN
3h 35m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 11:06 am
SAN
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ABQ
3h 46m
1 stop
$247American Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 22
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 9:05 am
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SAN
4h 35m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
4:11 pm - 10:43 pm
SAN
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ABQ
5h 32m
1 stop
$247United Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Thu, Sep 24
American Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 8:56 am
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SAN
3h 46m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 11:06 am
SAN
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ABQ
3h 46m
1 stop
$259American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 9:05 am
ABQ
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SAN
4h 35m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 5:21 pm
SAN
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ABQ
7h 36m
1 stop
$259United Airlines
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2
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6:52 pm - 11:54 pm
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SAN
6h 02m
1 stop
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10:55 am - 6:12 pm
SAN
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ABQ
6h 17m
1 stop
$271Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:30 am - 10:23 am
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SAN
4h 53m
1 stop
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6:15 am - 11:57 am
SAN
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ABQ
4h 42m
1 stop
$271Delta
Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 31
American Airlines Logo
3:02 pm - 6:18 pm
ABQ
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SAN
4h 16m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:22 pm - 9:05 pm
SAN
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ABQ
3h 43m
1 stop
$271American Airlines
Booking Insights

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.

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

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 San Diego departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to San Diego from Albuquerque usually cost between $266 and $424 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $217 on Southwest (Sep 23-Sep 30).

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 Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Albuquerque to San Diego. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Sundays 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 October, where tickets cost $328 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $411 and $405 respectively.

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

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.

No, with an average price for the route of $354, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 45% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

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Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$109
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 12% increase in price.
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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.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

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 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Albuquerque to San Diego was $109 for a one-way ticket and $217 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?

    JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines offer 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 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Albuquerque to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Albuquerque to San Diego?

    SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Albuquerque and San Diego, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this 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 $379 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 $268 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • 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 $170 or less one-way and $344 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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