Travelling from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Albuquerque Airport (ABQ): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Albuquerque Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours.
Each week, there are five Chicago Midway Airport to Albuquerque Airport flights. To jet off early, pick the 07:35 Southwest Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 21:55 with Southwest Airlines.
Your MDW to ABQ flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Albuquerque (and then discovering more of the United States!) is a snap with Southwest Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Albuquerque Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Southwest Airlines.
The most punctual carrier that operates MDW to ABQ flights is Southwest Airlines. Its services land without delay 77.3% of the time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chicago Midway Airport to Albuquerque Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between MDW and ABQ include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
Kansas City International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)
Right now, $244 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chicago Midway Airport to Albuquerque Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $503. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book three months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MDW to ABQ.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Albuquerque Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Albuquerque Airport.
Handy information about Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
76% of flights departing from Chicago Midway Airport land at their destination on time.
Chicago Midway Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Albuquerque Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to MDW:
Arriving at Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ABQ if you're catching a late Chicago Midway Airport to Albuquerque Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Albuquerque Airport rental car and explore Albuquerque and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Budget and Hertz are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Albuquerque Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Albuquerque Airport. October is the most popular month to head to Albuquerque. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Albuquerque Airport for July if you'd like to visit Albuquerque during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MDW to ABQ in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Albuquerque, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel around 370 kilometres south to El Paso to tick off its top attractions. From Franklin Mountains State Park to Franklin Mountains State Park and Wyler Aerial Tramway, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Colorado Springs is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 451 kilometres north of Albuquerque. No journey is complete without a visit to Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak Region Attractions and Red Rock Canyon.