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Cheapest round-trip
$304
Typical prices: $337-$542
Southwest
Mon 11/5Fri 11/9
SNA - ABQ • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$155
Typical prices: $177-$285
Southwest
Fri 9/14
SNA - ABQ • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Ana and Albuquerque. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 36% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Cheapest • Avg $302 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 3h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Albuquerque (SNA-ABQ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Albuquerque

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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1:50 pm - 6:10 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ABQ Albuquerque
3h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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4:55 pm - 8:20 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$304Southwest
Wed, Sep 16 - Thu, Sep 17
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4:14 pm - 10:43 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ABQ Albuquerque
5h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:40 am - 1:57 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 17m1 stop San Francisco
$304United Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Thu, Oct 1
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7:30 am - 3:52 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 22m1 stop San Francisco
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4:45 pm - 10:02 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
$304United Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 7
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6:45 am - 2:32 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 47m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:15 am - 11:33 amABQ  Albuquerque-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 18m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$309American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 10
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7:30 pm - 12:04 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ABQ Albuquerque
3h 34m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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8:31 am - 12:33 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 02m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$309American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 10
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4:26 pm - 12:04 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 38m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:00 am - 9:05 amABQ  Albuquerque-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
4h 05m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$309American Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Thu, Sep 17
Southwest Logo
3:20 pm - 10:05 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ABQ Albuquerque
5h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:50 am - 9:20 amABQ  Albuquerque-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
3h 30m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$309Southwest
Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26
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2:10 pm - 7:05 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ABQ Albuquerque
3h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:05 am - 4:25 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 20m1 stop Oakland
$309Southwest
Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 17
United Airlines Logo
4:14 pm - 10:43 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ABQ Albuquerque
5h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:40 am - 1:57 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 17m1 stop San Francisco
$309United Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12
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10:05 am - 4:00 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:05 am - 4:25 pmABQ  Albuquerque-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 20m1 stop Oakland
$309Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to Albuquerque flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Albuquerque start at $304. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $337 to $542. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $304 on Southwest.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Albuquerque, it is 16% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 55% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Albuquerque?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Albuquerque at $252 round-trip.
  • March ($658) and February ($568) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 161% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Santa Ana to Albuquerque flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$155
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 36% lower on average.
Flight from Santa Ana to Albuquerque

When to book flights from Santa Ana to Albuquerque

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Albuquerque?

    Flights from Santa Ana to Albuquerque usually depart from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) and arrive at Albuquerque (ABQ).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Santa Ana to Albuquerque.

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 93% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 2% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 1% of one-stop connections

    Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Santa Ana to Albuquerque?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 46% on the Santa Ana to Albuquerque route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $331 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $610, a difference of $279. 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 long is a flight from Santa Ana to Albuquerque?

    A nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Albuquerque takes 0h 00m, covering 648 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Santa Ana to Albuquerque?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Santa Ana to Albuquerque:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana 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 $304 to $2,954. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Ana to Albuquerque are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $156, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 59m, compared with 4h 31m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 4h 58m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • What is the time difference between Santa Ana and Albuquerque?

    Albuquerque is 1 hour ahead of Santa Ana (Mountain Time vs Pacific 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 Santa Ana to Albuquerque flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Albuquerque range from $337 to $542, with an average of $393 over the past 12 months. Anything below $337 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Santa Ana 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 Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $331 - about $279 less than Saturday (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Ana to Albuquerque trip for September. Fares historically average $252 round-trip in that month - typically $406 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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

Everything you need to know for your flight from Santa Ana to Albuquerque

Information on your arrival and departure airports

John Wayne (Santa Ana) (SNA)
Albuquerque (ABQ)