Flying from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Los Angeles is one hour behind Albuquerque and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Every week, there are 56 Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights. To take off early, select the 06:00 Delta Air Lines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 20:10 with Southwest Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to catch your ABQ to LAX flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like October? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Los Angeles International Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Los Angeles (and then other parts of United States) is a snap. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for ABQ to LAX flights, with 91.79% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ABQ and LAX include:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
San Diego International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is $98. A round-trip fare is currently $253. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book seven months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ABQ to LAX.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from ABQ to LAX.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Handy information about Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
ABQ is located at 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 85.09% of flights that depart ABQ arrive at their destination on time.
Central Albuquerque to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 55 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to ABQ? If you've booked an early flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond Los Angeles's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport to the centre of Los Angeles has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The quietest month for a flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ABQ to LAX around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in United States, consider San Jose, about 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are among its highlights.