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Washington D.C..£129 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jan, returning Wed, 14 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Albuquerque on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 14 Jan, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From £129, select.
Washington D.C..£199 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Feb, returning Fri, 6 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Albuquerque on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From £199, select.
Washington D.C..£213 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb, returning Sun, 8 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Albuquerque on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From £213, select.
Washington D.C..£216 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Albuquerque on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From £216, select.
Washington D.C..£243 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Dec, returning Sun, 4 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Albuquerque on Sat, 20 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 4 Jan, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From £243, select.
Washington D.C..£257 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Jun, returning Thu, 18 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Albuquerque on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From £257, select.
Washington D.C..£264 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Fri, 18 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Albuquerque on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From £264, select.
Washington D.C..£285 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Dec, returning Wed, 24 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Albuquerque on Sat, 20 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 24 Dec, arriving in Albuquerque.Price includes taxes and charges.From £285, select.

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Albuquerque to Washington D.C.: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found£129
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time3 hrs, 42 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week17

Finding cheap flights from Albuquerque to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
The best price we found for a return flight from Albuquerque to Washington D.C. is £129. 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.
3 hours and 41 minutes is the average flight time from Albuquerque to Washington D.C..
Southwest Airlines, United and Lufthansa fly direct from Albuquerque to Washington D.C..
As of December 2025, there are 34 flights per week flying from Albuquerque to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque to Washington D.C. is usually January.
If you're flying from Albuquerque Airport, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Washington Dulles – which is 22.7 miles away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from £129.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Albuquerque Airport to Washington D.C. on Wednesday, 7 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 41 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 Washington D.C. 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 Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around 2°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Southwest Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Washington D.C..

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

  • The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4. The city is two hours ahead of Albuquerque, where Albuquerque International Sunport Airport is located.

  • The busiest route is from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Choose from five services every week between these two airports. Southwest Airlines offers a 05:00 departure between ABQ and BWI.

  • To avoid rushing for your ABQ to Washington DC flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.

  • Begin your trip at ABQ and travel nonstop to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Washington DC tickets.

  • Take to the skies with Southwest Airlines. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Washington DC.

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

  • Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near ABQ. Whether you're catching an early flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Washington DC or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels put convenience first:

  • Albuquerque International Sunport Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 85.09% of flights that depart ABQ land on time.

  • You'll find ABQ at 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.

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

  • £53 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Washington DC flight. A return plane ticket right now is £129. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.

  • Score cheap flights from ABQ to Washington DC by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for bagging a bargain.

  • The best month for picking up cheap Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Washington DC tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • There's no need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from ABQ to Washington DC.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Washington DC.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is around 5 miles from the centre of Washington DC. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 15 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.

  • Think about booking a hotel close to DCA if you have a late flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Washington DC. Select one of these options and make arrival day easier:

  • Pick up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car and explore Washington DC and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Sixt and Dollar are leading providers to choose from here.

  • Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from ABQ to Washington DC.

  • The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is about 35 miles from central Washington DC. Once you've hopped off your flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Washington DC, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near IAD. Unwind and get cosy after your ABQ to Washington DC flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt make picking up a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at IAD will help you save.

  • The address for Washington Dulles International Airport is 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is around 30 miles from central Washington DC. It'll take you about 50 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Washington DC.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, head for a hotel close to BWI. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your ABQ to Washington DC flight:

  • Stay in control of the next leg of your journey by picking up a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget make getting on the road smooth sailing.

  • About two weeks before your flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Washington DC is a good time to secure your vehicle from BWI. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or catch some early booking discounts.

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Washington DC. The city buzzes during peak season, but hotel rates are generally higher and major attractions can be busy. Go to Washington DC in low season for a quieter vibe.

  • Before booking an Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Washington DC plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from ABQ to Washington DC in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

More about Washington DC

Explore more of United States

  • New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Washington DC. Around 200 miles away to the north-east, popular attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • If you're ready to explore another corner of United States, head for Philadelphia, roughly 120 miles north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.

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