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JetBlue Airlines has several flights from DCA to ABQ, through John F. Kennedy International (JFK). United Airlines has flights with a 1hr 21 mins Layover at Chicago O'Hare International Airport and another with a 47-minute layover at Houston George Bush intercontinental airport (IAH). United Airlines one-stop flights lay over at Dallas Fort Worth for 1hr 16min.

ABQ is approximately four miles away from downtown Albuquerque. Buses routes 50, 222, and 250 are in the west of the baggage claim area. Taxis can be found outside the baggage claim area. Rental cars run by ABQ provide convenient transportation for exploring different attractions around Albuquerque. The center is off-site, with free shuttles running between the Terminal and the facility every 5 minutes. ABQ trains have two routes. Line 222 connects the airport to the New Mexico Railroad station and line 250 connects to the Alvarado transportation center.

Pets traveling with Alaska Airlines can do so in the passenger cabin, with checked luggage, or shipped with cargo. The pets should remain in the kernel for the entire flight. The airline requires a pet's health certificate acquired less than 30 days before travel. Animals permitted to travel include fish, rabbits, cats, dogs, and birds. Kernels and animals' combined weight should not exceed 149 lb, and the kernel should have a maximum dimension of 17 x 11 x 7.5 inches.

United Airlines seat map makes finding adjacent seats for families traveling together easier. Families with children less than two years are allowed early boarding. You can use folding wagons, strollers, and car seats to the gate and then check them free of charge. A Ranger Rick travel kit with a toy, an activity book, and crayons keeps children engaged. Some aircraft have lavatories with changing tables to ensure the caregiver has an easier time during the flight.

Among airlines operating Washington, D.C. to Albuquerque flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Only United Airlines operates flights between Washington, D.C. and Albuquerque.

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Albuquerque may depart from several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD). Flights usually arrive at Albuquerque (ABQ).

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

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. to Albuquerque:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $262 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $447 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Albuquerque most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 29% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 21% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 19% of one-stop connections
• Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 13% of one-stop connections

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Washington, D.C. to Albuquerque route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $388 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $516, a difference of $128. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Evening is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. to Albuquerque flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

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.

A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Albuquerque takes 4h 27m, covering 1,645 miles.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Washington, D.C. to Albuquerque:

• Earliest: departs at 5:40 pm and lands at 10:07 pm
• Latest: departs at 6:58 pm and lands at 11:25 pm.

The flight takes about 4h 27m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 34% above the route average of $433. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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.

One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Albuquerque are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $177, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 33m, compared with 6h 15m via Houston Hobby (HOU) and 6h 16m via Dallas Love Field (DAL).

Albuquerque is 2 hours behind Washington, D.C. (Mountain Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Albuquerque range from $348 to $558, with an average of $433 over the past 12 months. Anything below $348 counts as a good deal.