Flying from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ): What you need to know
Los Angeles's main airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Check out your departure options from this terminal when searching for your flights from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ).
The average length of a direct Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport flight is 2 hours.
The timezone in Albuquerque is UTC-7, which is one hour ahead of Los Angeles. Albuquerque International Sunport is located in Albuquerque.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) is the most popular route. There are 42 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with American Airlines at 8:13pm. Go for the first LAX to ABQ departure with Southwest Airlines at 7:25am if you'd rather get going earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from Los Angeles to ABQ, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like December? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Go straight to your destination from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Direct flights from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) are available from here.
Pick from a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport leaving from LAX. Book your journey with one of these:
Delta sees the most traveller bookings for flights from LAX to ABQ.
With a reliable 88.72% of services arriving as planned, American Airlines leads the way in punctuality on this route.
LAX is around 29 kms (18 miles) from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport has a solid on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from LAX make it to their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
With public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 29 kms (18 miles) away, and getting there by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Los Angeles to ABQ flight? Kick back in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)
Have a late flight from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near ABQ and get cosy, quick:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Albuquerque International Sunport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Budget or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Albuquerque and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around one week before your Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport flight.
You'll find ABQ at 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Getting from Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) to central Albuquerque
From Albuquerque International Sunport, central Albuquerque is around 13 kms (8 miles) away. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)
Right now, £52 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £104. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Los Angeles to ABQ, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ). October is the busiest month to visit Albuquerque. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in September.
Lock in a Los Angeles to ABQ plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Albuquerque to range from 17ºC to 37ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -5ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Albuquerque
Start your Albuquerque trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Albuquerque International Sunport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Balloon Fiesta Park, Old Town and Route 66 Crossing Sign are attractions you won't want to skip in Albuquerque.
Explore more of the United States
Albuquerque has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 257 kms (160 miles) southeast of Albuquerque, a visit to Roswell will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Spaceport Park, Downtown Historic District and Roswell Spacewalk.
Farmington is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 241 kms (150 miles) northwest of Albuquerque. No trip is complete without visiting Animas River, Farmington Museum and Among The Waters Park and Trail.
