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Cheapest round-trip
$311
Typical prices: $398-$526
American Airlines
Sat 10/27Wed 10/31
RDU - ABQ • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$171
Typical prices: $209-$428
Southwest
Fri 10/26
RDU - ABQ • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Raleigh and Albuquerque. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 59% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 27% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Houston Hobby (HOU)
Cheapest • Avg $354 (round-trip)
Austin Bergstrom (AUS)
Shortest trip • 5h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Albuquerque (RDU-ABQ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Albuquerque

Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
4:56 pm - 11:56 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ABQ Albuquerque
9h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:44 am - 4:01 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$311American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
2:13 pm - 7:57 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:20 pm - 9:14 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$311American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Southwest Logo
7:10 am - 1:25 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ABQ Albuquerque
8h 15m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
Southwest Logo
10:55 am - 9:15 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 20m2 stops Dallas Love Field Nashville Intl
$318Southwest
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 11:50 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 10m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas Love Field
Southwest Logo
6:55 am - 5:00 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 05m2 stops Houston Hobby Baltimore/Washington
$323Southwest
Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 21
Delta Logo
6:13 pm - 10:22 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 2:16 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$341Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22
Delta Logo
4:44 pm - 10:22 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:28 pm - 11:54 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RDU Raleigh-Durham
9h 26m1 stop Salt Lake City
$341Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
United Airlines Logo
5:06 pm - 9:54 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 48m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
11:44 am - 9:46 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$341United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
United Airlines Logo
5:06 pm - 9:54 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 48m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
12:01 pm - 9:59 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 58m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$341United Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
Sun Country Air Logo
11:24 am - 4:50 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 26m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Sun Country Air Logo
6:34 pm - 10:19 amABQ  Albuquerque-RDU Raleigh-Durham
13h 45m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$536Sun Country Air
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
Sun Country Air Logo
11:24 am - 4:50 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 26m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Sun Country Air Logo
6:34 pm - 10:19 amABQ  Albuquerque-RDU Raleigh-Durham
13h 45m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$540Sun Country Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Albuquerque flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Raleigh to Albuquerque with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Albuquerque start at $311. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $398 to $526. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $311 on American Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Albuquerque, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Albuquerque at $340 round-trip.
  • December ($498) and May ($487) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Raleigh to Albuquerque the cheapest?

Flights from Raleigh to Albuquerque are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 59% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Raleigh to Albuquerque flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$171
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Flight from Raleigh to Albuquerque

When to book flights from Raleigh to Albuquerque

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Albuquerque flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Raleigh to Albuquerque?

    Flights from Raleigh to Albuquerque usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Albuquerque (ABQ).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Raleigh to Albuquerque:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 4% 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 Raleigh to Albuquerque?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 19% on the Raleigh to Albuquerque route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $410 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $506, a difference of $96. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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.

  • How expensive are last-minute Raleigh to Albuquerque flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 74% above the route average of $464. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Raleigh to Albuquerque?

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Albuquerque takes 0h 00m, covering 1,560 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 $311 to $2,582. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Albuquerque are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $224, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Austin Bergstrom (AUS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 47m, compared with 5h 47m via Houston Hobby (HOU) and 5h 59m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Raleigh and Albuquerque?

    Albuquerque is 2 hours behind Raleigh (Mountain Time vs Eastern 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 Raleigh to Albuquerque flight?

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Albuquerque range from $398 to $526, with an average of $464 over the past 12 months. Anything below $398 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Raleigh 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 Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $410 - about $96 less than Monday (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 59% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Albuquerque trip for August. Fares historically average $340 round-trip in that month - typically $158 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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
    - Baymont by Wyndham Albuquerque Airport
    - Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport

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