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Cheapest round-trip
$257
Typical prices: $371-$506
Southwest
Mon 10/29Wed 11/7
MSY - ABQ • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$229
Typical prices: $173-$398
Delta
Mon 1/29
MSY - ABQ • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between New Orleans and Albuquerque. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $437 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Albuquerque (MSY-ABQ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Albuquerque

Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 7
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8:45 am - 12:15 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 30m1 stop Dallas Love Field
Southwest Logo
2:05 pm - 7:35 pmABQ  Albuquerque-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 30m1 stop Houston Hobby
$257Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 7
Delta Logo
4:56 pm - 10:22 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
2:00 pm - 11:35 pmABQ  Albuquerque-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$281Delta
Fri, Feb 19 - Tue, Feb 23
American Airlines Logo
9:34 am - 2:01 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ABQ Albuquerque
5h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:43 pm - 6:52 pmABQ  Albuquerque-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$292American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 12:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 10m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
Southwest Logo
7:20 am - 4:35 pmABQ  Albuquerque-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 15m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$306Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
Southwest Logo
7:05 am - 12:15 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 10m1 stop Dallas Love Field
Southwest Logo
6:50 am - 4:25 pmABQ  Albuquerque-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 35m2 stops Dallas Love Field Austin Bergstrom
$312Southwest
Sat, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 8
American Airlines Logo
5:39 am - 11:35 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:36 pm - 10:57 pmABQ  Albuquerque-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$357American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:32 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 32m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
1:33 pm - 9:22 pmABQ  Albuquerque-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 49m1 stop Denver Intl
$367United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:27 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 27m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
1:33 pm - 11:15 pmABQ  Albuquerque-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 42m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$372United Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
Delta Logo
4:56 pm - 10:22 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 3:50 pmABQ  Albuquerque-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$422Delta
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:37 am - 9:45 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ABQ Albuquerque
24h 08m2 stops Denver Intl Carlsbad Cavern City
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 2:20 pmABQ  Albuquerque-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
25h 35m3 stops Carlsbad Cavern City Denver Intl Orlando
$541Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New Orleans to Albuquerque flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Albuquerque?

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Albuquerque typically range from $371 to $506. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $257, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Albuquerque?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Albuquerque. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 31% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Albuquerque?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Albuquerque at $348 round-trip.
•June ($720) and April ($526) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 106% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for New Orleans to Albuquerque flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$229
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 58% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from New Orleans to Albuquerque

When to book flights from New Orleans to Albuquerque

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New Orleans to Albuquerque based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your New Orleans to Albuquerque flight questions, answered

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from New Orleans to Albuquerque?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from New Orleans to Albuquerque:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from New Orleans to Albuquerque?

    A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Albuquerque takes 00m, covering 1,012 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Albuquerque flight?

    Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Albuquerque range from $371 to $506, with an average of $426 over the past 12 months. Anything below $371 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from New Orleans 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 $2,468. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from New Orleans to Albuquerque looking right now?

    One-way fares from New Orleans to Albuquerque are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $299, which is 34% above 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 New Orleans to Albuquerque?

    Flights from New Orleans to Albuquerque usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Albuquerque (ABQ).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New Orleans to Albuquerque pass through?

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Houston Hobby (HOU) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New Orleans to Albuquerque?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from New Orleans to Albuquerque. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $401 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $562, a difference of $161.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New Orleans to Albuquerque?

    Flying via Austin Bergstrom (AUS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 07m, compared with 4h 22m via Houston Hobby (HOU) and 4h 49m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What is the time difference between New Orleans and Albuquerque?

    Albuquerque is 1 hour behind New Orleans (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.

Your guide to booking New Orleans 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $401, about $161 less than Saturday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Albuquerque trip for January. Fares historically average $348 round-trip in that month - typically $372 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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

More options for your flight from New Orleans to Albuquerque

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