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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Albuquerque (CHI-ABQ)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Albuquerque 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 Chicago to Albuquerque

Sat, Nov 8 - Sat, Nov 15
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9:20 am - 11:40 amORD-ABQ
3h 20mnonstop
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12:48 pm - 4:40 pmABQ-ORD
2h 52mnonstop
$133United Airlines
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Sat, Aug 23 - Tue, Aug 26
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10:03 am - 12:01 pmORD-ABQ
2h 58mnonstop
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12:41 pm - 4:36 pmABQ-ORD
2h 55mnonstop
$134American Airlines
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Wed, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 11
United Airlines Logo
7:35 pm - 9:50 pmORD-ABQ
3h 15mnonstop
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8:30 am - 12:30 pmABQ-ORD
3h 00mnonstop
$138United Airlines
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Sat, Aug 9 - Mon, Aug 11
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9:20 am - 11:32 amORD-ABQ
3h 12mnonstop
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8:30 am - 12:30 pmABQ-ORD
3h 00mnonstop
$141United Airlines
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Thu, Aug 7 - Sat, Aug 16
Southwest Logo
7:40 am - 9:35 amMDW-ABQ
2h 55mnonstop
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1:15 pm - 9:20 pmABQ-MDW
7h 05m1 stop
$148Southwest
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Thu, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 25
United Airlines Logo
7:38 pm - 10:10 pmORD-ABQ
3h 32mnonstop
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8:25 am - 12:33 pmABQ-ORD
3h 08mnonstop
$149United Airlines
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Tue, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 12
Southwest Logo
4:05 pm - 6:05 pmMDW-ABQ
3h 00mnonstop
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1:05 pm - 4:45 pmABQ-MDW
2h 40mnonstop
$150Southwest
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Sun, Aug 17 - Thu, Aug 21
American Airlines Logo
10:03 am - 12:01 pmORD-ABQ
2h 58mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
12:41 pm - 4:36 pmABQ-ORD
2h 55mnonstop
$158American Airlines
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Sat, Aug 9 - Sat, Aug 16
Delta Logo
4:22 pm - 10:12 pmMDW-ABQ
6h 50m1 stop
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2:00 pm - 9:12 pmABQ-MDW
6h 12m1 stop
$237Delta
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Fri, Aug 22 - Fri, Aug 29
Delta Logo
1:43 pm - 10:32 pmMDW-ABQ
9h 49m2 stops
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2:00 pm - 9:44 pmABQ-MDW
6h 44m1 stop
$242Delta
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Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to Albuquerque

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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American Airlines

Basic Economy offers carry-on only travel, but check restrictions for seat assignments and boarding group.


Main Cabin Extra provides early boarding and complimentary drinks, enhancing comfort on medium-haul flights.

United Airlines

Economy Plus offers up to six inches more legroom than standard economy, ideal for added comfort.


Priority Boarding in Zone 2 helps avoid gate-checking your carry-on, ensuring quick boarding.

Southwest

Southwest allows two free checked bags, perfect for travelers with more luggage needs.


EarlyBird Check-In ensures a better boarding position, reducing the chance of a middle seat.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Albuquerque flights

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

What is the cheapest Chicago to Albuquerque flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Chicago to Albuquerque.

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Chicago to Albuquerque cost $269 and was between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Albuquerque (ABQ). On average, the best prices are found if you fly from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Albuquerque (ABQ). The average price for a return flight for this route is $269.

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

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

When flying from Chicago to Albuquerque, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Chicago, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Albuquerque, 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 Chicago to Albuquerque is September, where tickets cost $390 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $506 and $489 respectively.

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

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 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $397 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Albuquerque, 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 Chicago to Albuquerque, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJanuary
High seasonOctober
Cheapest flight$67
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Albuquerque

When to book flights from Chicago to Albuquerque

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

  • Does ORD have an onsite hotel?

    If you want to stay within the airport, the Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport Hotel is the only option as it is the only hotel within the airport precinct. It is located directly opposite Terminal 2 and is linked to all domestic terminals via an underground walkway. The hotel also provides a free shuttle service to and from Terminal 5.

  • Where can I get assistance at ABQ?

    ABQ has an information booth in the arrivals hall, across from Baggage claim 4. The booth is staffed by experienced volunteers who provide general airport information. Be sure to get any assistance you require at the airport from this booth, as the volunteers who staff it are friendly and knowledgeable.

  • Where can I pray at ORD?

    Suppose you need a quiet place to pray before your flight out of ORD; stop by the O'Hare International Airport Chapel. The interfaith chapel, located on the Mezzanine level of Terminal 2 next to the USO lounge, features religious books, prayer rugs, rosaries, and Juma ablution.

  • Does ABQ have pet relief areas?

    ABQ has a full-service indoor pet relief area located just after gate A7. The room includes artificial grass, a fire hydrant, and an image of the Albuquerque Bosque to keep your pet comfortable while they go potty. It is important to note that pets are only permitted into the airport if they are contained in approved crates.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Albuquerque?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Albuquerque was $67 for a one-way ticket and $133 for a round-trip.

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

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

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

    When flying out of Chicago you will be using one of these airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl. You will be landing at Albuquerque.

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

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

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

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Albuquerque flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Albuquerque?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Albuquerque are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $450 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 $470 and an overall rating of 7.4.

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

    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 Chicago to Albuquerque.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Albuquerque from Chicago 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 Chicago to Albuquerque?

    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 Albuquerque with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

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

    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 Albuquerque from Chicago 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 Chicago to Albuquerque

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $184 or less one-way and $378 or less round-trip.
  • You can fly to Albuquerque from Chicago at either Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) or Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Of the two, MDW is the closest to the city center, while ORD is the busiest. In Albuquerque, you will land at Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ). ABQ is the primary airport serving the Albuquerque metropolitan area and is located approximately 4 miles southeast of downtown Albuquerque. It also serves as a hub for Ameriflight.
  • On the day of your flight, try to arrive at your preferred Chicago airport at least 2 hours before your flight. Arriving at the airport this early is highly recommended as both airports serve a high volume of travelers, resulting in long lines at security checkpoints. It will also give you enough time to visit some of the airport's attractions.
  • Take your children to the family lounge if you are flying through ORD. The lounge, located in Terminal 2's main hall near Gate F1, is outfitted with video games, toys, climbing structures, and a comfortable seating area with charging outlets. Breastfeeding mothers can find Mamava Lactation pods in Terminal 1 near gates C11, B7, and C23, Terminal 2 near gate E1, and Terminal 3 near gates G12 and K5.
  • Visit the airport's meditation room if you need a quiet place to de-stress or meditate after landing at ABQ. The room, located on the first floor just after Baggage Claim 8, is free of all airport noise and has padded benches for comfort. It is only accessible during airport hours.
  • If you have time after your flight at ABQ, go to the airport's Observation Deck. The 2500 sq. ft. observation deck, located between Gates B1 and A1, has a large observation window that allows you to see all of the action on the tarmac as planes take off and land. There is also a comfortable seating area where you can sit back and relax.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago to Albuquerque?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Chicago to Albuquerque.
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Direct departures

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

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

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Direct returns

Albuquerque to Chicago

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

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Chicago to Albuquerque

 
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Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to Albuquerque? 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.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4252 reviews
8.6Crew
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.6Entertainment
7.0Food
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It was one and half hour late... Not sure if any other experience matters.

4.0 OkaySudhir, Jul 2025LGA - MCI
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It was one and half hour late... Not sure if any other experience matters.

Delayed flight. Nicest crew member was a SW pilot flying seated next to me who kindly move to seat the final passenger. Flight extra delayed. My cup of refreshment of ginger ale was so packed with ice it was literally 2 sips.

For my birthday trip this was my second time ever flying, this trip was the best.

after landing, we stay 2 hours on the taxi way before reaching the gate The airline and the crew were good though

No trays in our seats, we sat in first row, purchased a business class fare. Had to hold our drinks and snack in our hands. No plugs for our cell phones. Had to pay for it a drink cocktail each. Seats so uncomfortable.

Flight wasn’t even full, but too many carry-ons caused us to run out of bin space. New bag fee has folks who would usually check their bags carrying on. Watching Southwest morph into Spirit/Frontier is so sad to watch

Sat on tarmac for 2 hours and then missed my connecting flight

First time traveling on Southwest since bag fees were implemented. Usual good service. Just more expensive now.

Everything was on time. I was disappointed by the front section female, African American flight attendant. I did not see her name tag or would have identified by name not race. As passengers moved to the bathroom early in flight, she would say with a disdainful tone “I have to say the seat belt light is on” then go back to her book. Better trained flight attendants say something like be careful the seat belt light is on.

Cluster mess boarding. Can't wait for SWA reserved seating. Internet didn't seem to work on the plane.

It was great, I’m very grateful for the pilots and crew flight attendants for everything.

Evidently, my seat had the only broken TV. I couldn’t plug it in, get it to come on, or watch anything, and of course, no one could fix it while we were on the plane. The service was good and the boarding was quick

I was charged for my daughters bag when I am supposed to receive two free checked bags with my United Explorer card.

The schedule to Moline changed 5 times. The gate changed 6 times. That is a pathetic way to run an airline. No wonder that no one in our company flies on United Express to or from Moline. Changes happen most of the time. I learned my lesson on this trip…never again!

Flight was great. Efficient boarding. Short flight. Early arrival. Friendly flight crew. The entertainment system did not work well. Could not access it until the aircraft reached 10K feet or more. Lots of glitches.

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

Smooth boarding process. Early departure, smooth flight, early arrival. The entertainment package has very good recent movie options. The flight crew were friendly and professional.

My flight was scheduled for about 6:05 departure. There were 11 gate changes from 4-7pm and the flight was 3 hours delayed due to operational issues. The plane taxied around the airport for about half an hour before stopping to be de-iced. It would have been nice if we were alerted of the plan to de-ice prior to the 30 minute drive around the airport. The flight attendant was friendly, which was the only redeeming thing about this flight. As a former flight attendant for United, I was extremely disappointed.

Delays took 2hours and thirty minutes making me miss my connecting flight and make me sit in the Chicago airport for 9 hours

Had a short delay once we boarded the aircraft in Chicago, but it was fixed in no time flat then we were on our way. The pilot was able to make up the time lost and we landed 5 minute later then schedualed . Great service

Amazing food, great staff, with one noticable detail missing ...but no seat entertainment in any of aircraft ...I am not a fan

I wish American Airlines would change the airline industry by loading the plane back to front instead of front to back. Planes would board so much more smoothly and quickly.

I have long legs, my foot was out in the aisle and when a flight attendant came walking by and I didn't notice, instead of saying "excuse me" or anything like that, she kicked my foot. Extremely rude

Excellent! The gate agents were kind enough to rebook me on an earlier flight saving me from a 6 hour layover. Even my luggage made it despite the fact that the connection was technically too narrow. The flight itself was very comfortable, roomy, and clean. Plenty of space for my carryon items with plugs to charge my phone. After a long international flight of 14 hours, this was an excellent way to end my travels!

Great experience. Flight boarded easily. Departed early. Smooth flight. Great arrival in DC--almost no taxing! Almost direct to gate from runway. Crew was terrific. Same cookies and beverages in main cabin. I did not use the entertainment system on this flight.

Most of the delay was due to weather which is not what was at issue here. One delay was due to a missing flashlight and in the end the flashlight was actually found on the plane. The entertainment system is very limited. Live TV options offer only a few channels that are not very appealing. Boarding and deplaning are always difficult. It just takes too much time to get on and off the plane. On the plus side, I missed my connecting flight, but was easily able to book a later flight from the app while enroute.

You were more on time than United. I'm so over united delays.

The meals were mediocre and the alcohol selection was poor. I enjoyed the selection of movies and other entertainment.

I chatted with the captain before the flight, and similarly during the welcome announcement, he warned of a turbulent flight that may impact the in-flight service. However, once at altitude, he announced that the weather changed and he immediately turned off the seatbelt sign. But it appeared the cabin crew had already decided to take off this flight. They remained seated and then just chatted in the galley. The flight was fully catered, but only first class received service.

My flight attendant was attentive! The elderly person next to me was flatulent and the flight attendant could see that I was in distress and brought me some face masks

The flight was delayed four and half hours for paperwork on a maintenance issue. Very frustrating.

It was okay delay was long but I made it

Flight was cancelled. No reason given. No apologies. Next available flight is two days later. Ruined our 4th of July plans.

The air fares are good, Charging me for every single thing 😩

It was very bad it got delayed by 2 hours.Never going to travel with spirit airlines in future.

Flight delayed over 3 or 4 hours because no captain to fly plane. I couldn’t make a connection and had to wait 9 hours for another flight. Had to fly red eye flight. Sucks

it was a quick trip. seats aren't that comfortable but because it was a quick trip it was ok. You need to have an N/A in your rating as I didn't have any food or entertainment so the only thing I could do was score low.

We paid for upgrade seats (3A & 3B) the seats on front and the seats behind us got complimentary water & soda, but we got charged, had to pay for everything. Does not make any sense ?

Unfortunately, spirits crew had us boarding and parking the plane often, would wait long periods of time before allowing the people attending the flight on the plane to know what was going on this caused for my plane to not only get diverted but then canceled at an airport 2 hours away and basically stranded with charter buses MAYBE being hired. I was left with no choice but to stay overnight and use a comp room in Altantic City to then arrive home the next day. This trip was the first time seeing my partner since he joined the Air Force and this stressful ride caused unwarranted tears on what was supposed to be an east flight home. I understand weather is unpredictable but to have passengers deboard to then reboard an hour later to taxi on the runway for another hour to then basically leave an entire fight stranded. I waited almost 30 minutes at the airport and not one employee could tell me about a charter bus so I had to leave and make accommodations to stay overnight and get a ride home.

I wanted to upgrade my seat because I’m 6’2 and never have enough leg room for my comfort. They upgraded my seat for free putting me in an emergency exit seat. I was very comfortable

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