Travelling from Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Albuquerque Airport to San Diego International Airport.
The timezone in San Diego is UTC-8, which is one hour behind Albuquerque.
Each week, there are eight Albuquerque Airport to San Diego International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as soon as possible, opt for the 06:20 Southwest Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 20:55 with Southwest Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your ABQ to SAN flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Getting to San Diego (and then exploring more of the United States!) is a cinch with Southwest Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Albuquerque Airport to San Diego International Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Southwest Airlines.
The most punctual carrier that operates ABQ to SAN flights is Southwest Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 77.04% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Albuquerque Airport to San Diego International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between ABQ and SAN:
Los Angeles International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Albuquerque Airport to San Diego International Airport flight is Rs29,675. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs59,073. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from ABQ to SAN by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Albuquerque Airport to San Diego International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from ABQ to SAN.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Albuquerque Airport to San Diego International Airport.
Handy information about Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)
The address for ABQ is 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
85% of flights leaving Albuquerque Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when jetting out of ABQ.
Albuquerque Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Albuquerque. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near ABQ? If you've booked an early flight from Albuquerque Airport to San Diego International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)
If you're arriving on a late Albuquerque Airport to San Diego International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near SAN:
Grab a San Diego International Airport rental car and discover San Diego and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from San Diego International Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.
From San Diego International Airport, San Diego is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there by public transport takes around 25 minutes.
When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Albuquerque Airport to San Diego International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to San Diego based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Albuquerque Airport to San Diego International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from ABQ to SAN in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres north-west of San Diego, a trip to Los Angeles will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.
Phoenix is another standout destination in the United States and is around 483 kilometres east of San Diego. No journey is complete without experiencing Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum.
