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Cheapest round-trip
$337
Typical prices: $339-$514
Southwest
Fri 2/2Fri 2/9
SLC - ABQ • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$339
Typical prices: $339-$528
Delta
Tue 12/18Tue 12/25
SLC - ABQ • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 1h 48m
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When to travel
Cheapest • 9% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $385 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque (SLC-ABQ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque

Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 9
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4:00 pm - 9:55 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-ABQ Albuquerque
5h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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3:45 pm - 9:50 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SLC Salt Lake City
6h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$337Southwest
Sat, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 20
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5:30 am - 9:15 amSLC  Salt Lake City-ABQ Albuquerque
3h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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8:05 am - 2:05 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SLC Salt Lake City
6h 00m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$337Southwest
Mon, Jan 18 - Thu, Jan 21
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5:10 am - 9:40 amSLC  Salt Lake City-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 30m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:35 pm - 6:30 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SLC Salt Lake City
5h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$337Southwest
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27
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10:45 am - 5:10 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 25m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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3:45 pm - 9:50 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SLC Salt Lake City
6h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$337Southwest
Fri, Dec 18 - Fri, Dec 25
Delta Logo
9:55 am - 11:46 amSLC  Salt Lake City-ABQ Albuquerque
1h 51mnonstop
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8:00 am - 9:59 amABQ  Albuquerque-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 59mnonstop
$339Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
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10:00 am - 11:51 amSLC  Salt Lake City-ABQ Albuquerque
1h 51mnonstop
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6:15 pm - 8:10 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 55mnonstop
$339Delta
Sat, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 20
Delta Logo
9:00 pm - 10:45 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-ABQ Albuquerque
1h 45mnonstop
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12:30 pm - 2:26 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 56mnonstop
$339Delta
Fri, Jan 22 - Sun, Jan 24
American Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 10:41 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-ABQ Albuquerque
5h 41m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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3:24 pm - 7:31 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SLC Salt Lake City
4h 07m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$359American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
11:18 am - 6:49 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
8:03 am - 3:54 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SLC Salt Lake City
7h 51m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Mon, Dec 28
American Airlines Logo
8:15 pm - 12:27 amSLC  Salt Lake City-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 12m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 12:32 amABQ  Albuquerque-SLC Salt Lake City
5h 42m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$359American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Salt Lake City to Albuquerque flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque?

Round-trip flights from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque typically range from $339 to $514. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $337, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 27% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque at $349 round-trip.
•April ($599) and July ($528) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 71% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Salt Lake City to Albuquerque flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$180
Beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 23% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque

When to book flights from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Albuquerque?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:28 am and lands at 11:16 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:05 pm and lands at 10:53 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 48m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque?

    A nonstop flight from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque takes 1h 48m, covering 493 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Albuquerque flight?

    Round-trip flights from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque range from $339 to $514, with an average of $382 over the past 12 months. Anything below $339 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $392 round-trip and layover options via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) at $385.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$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 Salt Lake City to Albuquerque?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by JetBlue and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Salt Lake City 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%.

  • Have flight prices from Salt Lake City 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 $337 to $1,311. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Salt Lake City to Albuquerque flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Salt Lake City to Albuquerque route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque looking right now?

    One-way fares from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $226, which is 24% 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 averaging $59 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Ace
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque?

    Flights from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque usually depart from Salt Lake City (SLC) and arrive at Albuquerque (ABQ).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque pass through?

    Connecting flights from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque most commonly pass through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 43% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $369 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $487, a difference of $118.

    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 airlines fly from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque?

    Only Delta operates flights between Salt Lake City and Albuquerque.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 49m, compared with 4h 19m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

  • 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 Salt Lake City to Albuquerque flights?

    Among airlines operating Salt Lake City to Albuquerque flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; 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 Salt Lake City to Albuquerque flights?

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

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class
    • JetBlue: 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 Salt Lake City 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $369, about $118 less than Sunday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Salt Lake City to Albuquerque trip for January. Fares historically average $349 round-trip in that month - typically $250 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (PHX) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $385 round-trip on this route - about $7 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.

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

Prefer to fly direct from Salt Lake City to Albuquerque?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Salt Lake City Airport to Albuquerque Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Salt Lake City to Albuquerque

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

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Direct returns

Albuquerque to Salt Lake City

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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