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Chicago.£213 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Apr, returning Sat, 11 Apr.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Albuquerque on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 11 Apr, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From £213, select.
Chicago.£232 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Mar, returning Wed, 25 Mar.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Albuquerque on Thu, 19 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From £232, select.
Chicago.£242 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Feb, returning Tue, 17 Feb.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Albuquerque on Sat, 14 Feb, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Chicago Midway on Tue, 17 Feb, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From £242, select.
Chicago.£246 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Wed, 4 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Albuquerque on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From £246, select.
Chicago.£251 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Feb, returning Wed, 11 Feb.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Albuquerque on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From £251, select.
Chicago.£251 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May, returning Sat, 9 May.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Albuquerque on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From £251, select.
Chicago.£251 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Thu, 5 Mar.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Albuquerque on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From £251, select.
Chicago.£272 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Albuquerque on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From £272, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque to Chicago

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Albuquerque to Chicago flights are currently cheapest in April.
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Mar
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Apr
from £213
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from £251
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Direct flights from Albuquerque to Chicago

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Albuquerque to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£213
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs, 52 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week282

Finding cheap flights from Albuquerque to Chicago: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Chicago: Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare International, Chicago Dupage County, and Chicago Rockford.
The best price we found for a return flight from Albuquerque to Chicago is £213. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 52 minutes is the average flight time from Albuquerque to Chicago.
American Airlines, Envoy Air and Qatar Airways fly direct from Albuquerque to Chicago.
As of January 2026, there are 282 flights per week flying from Albuquerque to Chicago.
The cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque to Chicago is usually April.
If you're flying from Albuquerque Airport, the cheapest airport near Chicago is Chicago Midway – which is 9.0 miles away from the centre of Chicago. We've found flights into this airport from £213.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Albuquerque Airport to Chicago on Wednesday, 8 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 52 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chicago but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In January, the average temperature is usually around -4°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chicago, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Southwest Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago.

Travelling from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Chicago: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 15 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Chicago.

  • Chicago is one hour ahead of Albuquerque, where Albuquerque International Sunport Airport is located. Chicago observes the UTC-5 timezone.

  • Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most traveled route, with 21 weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from ABQ to ORD is with American Airlines at 16:03. Go for the first departure operated by American Airlines at 06:00 if you want to get on your way earlier.

  • Allow plenty of time to get on your ABQ to Chicago flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.

  • Begin your trip at ABQ and travel straight to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Chicago tickets.

  • You can choose from various carriers operating direct flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Chicago, such as:

  • ABQ is about 4 miles from central Albuquerque. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 2 hours 55 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Chicago? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to ABQ:

  • 85.09% of flights leaving Albuquerque International Sunport Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of ABQ.

  • ABQ is located at 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.

How to find the cheapest flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Chicago

  • £108 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Chicago flight. A return plane ticket right now is £213. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.

  • Book six months before travelling. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from ABQ to Chicago.

  • Organise your trip for October. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Chicago tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ABQ to Chicago by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Chicago with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to the centre of Chicago takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 25 miles away.

  • It takes around 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Chicago. Book one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Chicago's main sights.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from ABQ to Chicago.

  • The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is roughly 12 miles from the centre of Chicago. Once you've hopped off your flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 45 minutes or so.

  • There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near MDW. Unwind and get cosy after your ABQ to Chicago flight at one of these well-located options:

  • No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from Dollar, Hertz and Budget.

  • Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from MDW four weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.

  • The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Chicago has touched down. Central Chicago is around 85 miles from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.

  • The journey takes roughly 4 hours 15 minutes on public transport.

  • Stay at a hotel close to RFD and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late ABQ to Chicago flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these accommodation options will have you settling in quickly:

  • Begin your journey without stressing about how to get to your next stop with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted names here like Budget, Alamo and National.

  • Rental providers sometimes offer promotions on early bookings, so book your vehicle from RFD well ahead of your flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Chicago. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.

  • Chicago Rockford International Airport's address is 2 Airport Cir.

Best time to go to Chicago

  • Travel to Chicago during peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Chicago in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • Before booking an Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Chicago plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ABQ to Chicago around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Chicago

  • Once you've booked your flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Chicago, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Chicago itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • Columbus is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Chicago. Around 280 miles away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.

  • Around 160 miles south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another essential stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

Plan the rest of your trip from Albuquerque to Chicago

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