Flying from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Albuquerque Airport (ABQ): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Kansas City International Airport to Albuquerque Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MCI to ABQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Kansas City International Airport to Albuquerque Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Albuquerque — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Southwest Airlines.
With a reliable 81.42% of services landing on schedule, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating MCI to ABQ flights.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kansas City International Airport to Albuquerque Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MCI and ABQ:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
Dallas Love Field Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kansas City International Airport to Albuquerque Airport flight is Rs42,056. A return ticket right now is Rs82,671. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from MCI to ABQ by booking at least one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Kansas City International Airport to Albuquerque Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
You'll find MCI at 601 Brasilia Avenue.
When it comes to Kansas City International Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Kansas City to Kansas City International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour.
Need a convenient hotel near MCI? If you're boarding an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Albuquerque Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kansas City International Airport to Albuquerque Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ABQ instead:
Grab a Albuquerque Airport rental car and discover Albuquerque and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Budget and Hertz are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Albuquerque Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to central Albuquerque
The address for ABQ is 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Albuquerque Airport to the centre of Albuquerque has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Kansas City International Airport to Albuquerque Airport is March, while October is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Albuquerque based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Albuquerque Airport for July if you want to go to Albuquerque during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 37ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCI to ABQ in January. Average temperatures are between -5ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
El Paso is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Albuquerque. Around 370 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Franklin Mountains State Park, Franklin Mountains State Park and Wyler Aerial Tramway.
If you want to check out another side of the United States, head for Colorado Springs, about 451 kilometres north of Albuquerque. Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak Region Attractions and Red Rock Canyon are highlights.
