Flying from London to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ): What you need to know
London has numerous airports where you can begin your trip. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other major bases.
Albuquerque is six hours behind London. Albuquerque International Sunport Airport is located in Albuquerque, which is in the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from London to ABQ, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to ABQ. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
The journey from central London to LHR takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from London to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your flight from London to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport with a stop at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS). One of the main stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and ABQ, it's the perfect opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your London to ABQ flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is roughly 64 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Make catching an early London to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights touch down within the expected time frame. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
About Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
Have a late flight from London to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near ABQ and turn in quicker:
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ABQ is located at 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Getting from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to central Albuquerque
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Albuquerque. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 2 hours 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
$969 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. Return flights start from $1,482. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to ABQ. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap London to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to Albuquerque. October is when most people book flights from London to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your London to ABQ flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Albuquerque, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from London to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Albuquerque
Start your Albuquerque trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Albuquerque visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions you can't miss include Petroglyph National Monument, Balloon Fiesta Park and Albuquerque Old Town.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Albuquerque, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey about 257 kilometres south-east to Roswell to tick off its must-visit sights. From Spaceport Park to Downtown Historic District and Roswell Spacewalk, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in the United States, consider Farmington, about 241 kilometres north-west of Albuquerque. Animas River, Farmington Museum and Museum of Navajo Art & Culture are among its highlights.