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Cheapest round-trip
$267
Typical prices: $373-$523
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Fri 12/14Tue 12/18
HOU - ABQ • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$285
Typical prices: $373-$516
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Sat 11/3Sat 11/10
HOU - ABQ • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 2h 18m
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Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $451 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Hobby to Albuquerque (HOU-ABQ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Hobby to Albuquerque

Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 31
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8:35 pm - 9:50 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-ABQ Albuquerque
2h 15mnonstop
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6:00 am - 11:50 amABQ  Albuquerque-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$267Southwest
Mon, Dec 14 - Fri, Dec 18
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8:35 pm - 9:50 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-ABQ Albuquerque
2h 15mnonstop
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5:10 am - 11:10 amABQ  Albuquerque-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 00m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$267Southwest
Mon, Dec 14 - Fri, Dec 18
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5:50 pm - 9:30 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:30 am - 1:30 pmABQ  Albuquerque-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 00m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$277Southwest
Mon, Dec 14 - Fri, Dec 18
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8:45 am - 3:20 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 35m2 stops El Paso Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:10 am - 11:10 amABQ  Albuquerque-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 00m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$282Southwest
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 31
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2:45 pm - 9:00 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 15m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
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4:00 pm - 11:00 pmABQ  Albuquerque-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 00m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$282Southwest
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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8:45 am - 10:00 amHOU  Houston Hobby-ABQ Albuquerque
2h 15mnonstop
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2:40 pm - 5:40 pmABQ  Albuquerque-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 00mnonstop
$285Southwest
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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8:45 am - 10:00 amHOU  Houston Hobby-ABQ Albuquerque
2h 15mnonstop
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7:20 am - 10:25 amABQ  Albuquerque-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 05mnonstop
$285Southwest
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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8:45 am - 10:00 amHOU  Houston Hobby-ABQ Albuquerque
2h 15mnonstop
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7:20 am - 10:25 amABQ  Albuquerque-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 05mnonstop
$287Southwest
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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8:09 pm - 11:37 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:36 pm - 11:16 pmABQ  Albuquerque-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$305American Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 2
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9:51 am - 1:56 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-ABQ Albuquerque
5h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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8:03 am - 1:37 pmABQ  Albuquerque-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$305American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque?

Round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque typically range from $373 to $523. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $267, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque at $358 round-trip.
•January ($724) and March ($499) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 102% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$129
Beat the crowds with an average 52% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 51% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque

When to book flights from Hobby to Albuquerque

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Your Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:45 am and lands at 10:03 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:05 pm and lands at 1:23 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 18m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque.

  • How long is a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque?

    A nonstop flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque takes 2h 18m, covering 758 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque flight?

    Round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque range from $373 to $523, with an average of $434 over the past 12 months. Anything below $373 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $430 round-trip, compared to $451 via a layover through Dallas Love Field (DAL).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, night flights for 33%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $257 to $993. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $136, which is 49% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)?

    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
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque?

    Flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque usually depart from Houston Hobby (HOU) and arrive at Albuquerque (ABQ).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque pass through?

    Connecting flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque most commonly pass through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 33% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $383 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $487, a difference of $104.

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

  • What airlines fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Houston Hobby Airport and Albuquerque.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque?

    Flying via Dallas Love Field (DAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 16m, compared with 6h via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Houston Hobby Airport and Albuquerque?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Albuquerque?

    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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque flights?

    Among airlines operating Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque flights?

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

    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

Your guide to booking Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $383, about $104 less than Thursday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque trip for August. Fares historically average $358 round-trip in that month - typically $366 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Albuquerque Airport.

    • Best Western Airport Albuquerque Inn Suites Hotel & Suites
    • Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport
    • Baymont by Wyndham Albuquerque Airport

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