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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Albuquerque:

• Earliest: departs at 8:29 am and lands at 11:48 am
• Latest: departs at 10:10 pm and lands at 1:29 am.

The flight takes about 3h 19m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Albuquerque:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Albuquerque takes 3h 19m, covering 1,126 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Albuquerque range from $390 to $580, with an average of $473 over the past 12 months. Anything below $390 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 51% above the $473 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $291 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $473 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Albuquerque flights, with 75% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 25%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $334 to $1,789. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

American Airlines is the only airline on the Chicago to Albuquerque route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between Chicago and Albuquerque is around $334 round-trip, with a flight time of about 3h 05m. Recent train fares are around $306, with a trip time of about 25h 54m. Compared with flying, recent train fares are roughly 9% lower. However, taking the train takes about 22+ hours longer each way.

One-way fares from Chicago to Albuquerque are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $161, which is 45% below the typical average for this route.

Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Budget

Flights from Chicago to Albuquerque may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Albuquerque (ABQ).

One-stop flights from Chicago to Albuquerque most commonly connect through:

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 36% of one-stop connections
• Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 32% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 7% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Chicago to Albuquerque. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $420 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $552, a difference of $132.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

3 airlines operate flights between Chicago and Albuquerque. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• American Airlines
• Southwest
• United Airlines

Flying via Dallas Love Field (DAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 20m, compared with 5h 31m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 5h 59m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

Albuquerque is 1 hour behind Chicago (Mountain Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Albuquerque are Albuquerque Convention Center, Petroglyph National Monument and ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. These are among the most viewed places in Albuquerque on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Chicago to Albuquerque flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

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.

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.

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.

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.