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Cheapest round-trip
$257
Typical prices: $373-$535
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HOU - ABQ • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$257
Typical prices: $373-$534
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Mon 9/24Fri 9/28
HOU - ABQ • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 2h 15m
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 17% price drop
May
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Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $426 (round-trip)
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Shortest trip • 4h 42m (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

Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 1
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8:55 pm - 10:10 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-ABQ Albuquerque
2h 15mnonstop
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4:40 pm - 7:45 pmABQ  Albuquerque-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 05mnonstop
$257Southwest
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
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9:40 am - 11:00 amHOU  Houston Hobby-ABQ Albuquerque
2h 20mnonstop
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2:25 pm - 5:30 pmABQ  Albuquerque-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 05mnonstop
$257Southwest
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
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8:55 pm - 10:10 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-ABQ Albuquerque
2h 15mnonstop
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5:55 am - 8:55 amABQ  Albuquerque-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 00mnonstop
$257Southwest
Sat, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 14
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2:40 pm - 3:50 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-ABQ Albuquerque
2h 10mnonstop
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5:55 am - 8:55 amABQ  Albuquerque-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 00mnonstop
$257Southwest
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
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8:55 pm - 10:10 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-ABQ Albuquerque
2h 15mnonstop
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5:55 am - 8:55 amABQ  Albuquerque-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 00mnonstop
$257Southwest
Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 12
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8:35 pm - 9:50 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-ABQ Albuquerque
2h 15mnonstop
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6:00 am - 9:00 amABQ  Albuquerque-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 00mnonstop
$257Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24
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3:00 pm - 4:15 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-ABQ Albuquerque
2h 15mnonstop
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1:50 pm - 4:55 pmABQ  Albuquerque-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 05mnonstop
$257Southwest
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
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8:40 pm - 9:55 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-ABQ Albuquerque
2h 15mnonstop
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2:25 pm - 5:30 pmABQ  Albuquerque-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 05mnonstop
$257Southwest
Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26
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1:56 pm - 6:16 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-ABQ Albuquerque
5h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:40 am - 11:01 amABQ  Albuquerque-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$277American Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
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8:24 pm - 11:56 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:45 am - 11:11 amABQ  Albuquerque-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$277American Airlines
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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 start at $257. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $373 to $535. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $257 on Southwest.

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

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

What is 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.

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Key details for Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$129
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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.

  • What airlines are available from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Houston Hobby Airport and Albuquerque.

  • 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 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 and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

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

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $431 round-trip and layover options via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) at $426.

  • 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 Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

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

    One-stop flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 73% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 22%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $383 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $488: a $105 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Albuquerque?

    Some of the most popular sights in Albuquerque are Old Town, Albuquerque Convention Center and Expo New Mexico. These are among the most viewed places in Albuquerque on KAYAK.

  • 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 7:55 am and lands at 10:10 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:35 pm and lands at 12:50 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 15m.

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

    A nonstop flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Albuquerque takes 2h 15m, 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.

  • 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 $857. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 $131, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 4h 42m, compared with 5h 00m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 14m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • 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 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
    · Budget

  • 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 $535, with an average of $433 over the past 12 months. Anything below $373 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $383 - about $105 less than Thursday (22% 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 have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $426 round-trip on this route - about $6 less than direct flights (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.
    - Baymont by Wyndham Albuquerque Airport
    - Best Western Airport Albuquerque Inn Suites Hotel & Suites
    - Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Hobby to Albuquerque

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Albuquerque (ABQ)