Flying from San Diego to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ): what you need to know
Start planning your trip by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from San Diego to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ). Explore your options for departing from San Diego International Airport (SAN) or McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD), two of the city's main airports.
Albuquerque is 1 hour ahead of San Diego. Albuquerque International Sunport is located in Albuquerque, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from San Diego to ABQ.
With more travellers during busy months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
From the centre of San Diego, SAN is approximately 5 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Diego to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
About Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
Consider booking a hotel close to ABQ if you're catching a late flight from San Diego to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to central Albuquerque
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Albuquerque. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 20 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes around 2 hours and 54 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
For a one-way ticket from San Diego to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport, ₹ 6,865 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just ₹ 14,580. These are currently the lowest fares but could change depending on availability.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for flight tickets from San Diego to ABQ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool to compare the prices of tickets from San Diego to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport across the month. We've made the lowest fares green, making it easy to find a flight within your budget.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
October is the busiest month to hop on a flight from San Diego to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Albuquerque, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Albuquerque. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from San Diego to ABQ sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 37ºC.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between -5ºC and 9ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from San Diego to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport.
More about Albuquerque
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Albuquerque right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from San Diego to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport:
Balloon Fiesta Park and Albuquerque Biological Park are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Albuquerque travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at ABQ BioPark Aquarium.
Complete your Albuquerque trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from San Diego to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Albuquerque. Check out the offers and instantly compare your options on price, fuel policies, and more.
