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Delta Air Lines
19 Oct, Mon
San Diego – Albuquerque
4h 33m
1 stop
SAN–ABQ
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Quick Flight Summary from San Diego to Albuquerque
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price $281
- Direct flight duration 3 hour 49 min
- Arrival airports ABQ
- Best days to book Monday, Sunday
- Average over the last 30 days $263
Cheapest flights from San Diego to Albuquerque
Shortest Flight
American Airlines
11 Oct, Sun
San Diego – Albuquerque
3h 58m
1 stop
SAN–ABQ
American Airlines
7 Oct, Wed
San Diego – Albuquerque
4h 13m
1 stop
CLD–ABQ
Last update: 04 October 2026 23:14
Estimated Prices for San Diego to Albuquerque Flights
Cheapest Day11 October Sunday
Best Price
$278
Average Price
$326
$374
$278
Key Features of the Airlines
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- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Turkey's LCC Leader
- Digital-First Airline
- Wide Turkish Network
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
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Transportation to Airport from San Diego City Center
San Diego Intl. Airport
San Diego International Airport is located 5 kilometres from the city centre, which is approximately a 10-minute drive. You can choose a variety of transportation options, including the metrobus and taxi.
Taxi
Taxis are the most commonly used mode of transportation to and from the airport. You can reach your hotel, the city centre, or any other destination comfortably by using a taxi. Taxi fares for travel to nearby neighbourhoods are generally low, however, it is important to keep in mind that taxi drivers receive a tip of up to 15%.
Metrobus
The metrobus, which is commonly referred to as ‘The Flyer’, can take you to the airport from specific bus stations in the city centre. There is also sufficient luggage space available in the metrobus. This is an easy and cheap mode of transportation.
Shuttle Services
The shuttle service is another mode of transportation for those planning to travel to the airport from the city centre. If you want to get around the problem of transportation in a comfortable way, the shuttle service is an option to consider.
Private Vehicle
Using your private vehicle is another option. The airport is located along Interstate 5 (I-5). You can drive to the airport by taking the State Route 163 (SR 163), the Interstate 8 (I-8), the I-15, and then by following directions. You can also park your vehicle at the airport’s car park area, but do note that car park fees are charged by the number of hours, days, and months.
Airport Information
There are many ways to spend your time at San Diego International Airport. You can purchase gifts at reasonable prices for those you care about at the Duty Free Americas, Gaslamp MarketPlace, InMotion Entertainment, and other stores inside the Terminal 2 building.
You can consider eating and drinking at the likes of Urban Crave, Tommy V's Pizzeria, and Starbucks. If you have time to spare before your flight, you can take advantage and relax at the spa saloon inside the terminal building.
Transportation to Albuquerque City Center from Airport
Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport
You can easily get to the city center from Albuquerque International Airport by train or bus. If you need a more comfortable ride, you can choose between taxi or shuttle service as well as you can prefer car rental options.
Taxi
It is possible to reach the city center within 10 minutes by taking a taxi from the taxi rank at the exit of the incoming passenger terminal. The train is one of the fastest options from the airport to the city center. By taking the train number 250, you can easily reach the city center in just 15 minutes. If you have come to Albuquerque as a transfer point, you can take the train number 222 to arrive at the big railway station.
Rent a car
You can rent a car for your entire trip by contacting with one of the car rental companies at the airport. You can get to the Gibson Boulevard or Girard Boulevard through the Yale Boulevard by car and go to the city center in 10-12 minutes.
Bus
You can reach the city center within 25 minutes by taking the bus number 50 from the bus stops at the western end of the luggage delivery area. If you want to ride the bus number 36, please note that it stops at many points in the city and reaches the city center in a total of 52 minutes under normal traffic conditions.
Shuttle Service
There are many private companies providing shuttle services at the airport. You can get help from the ‘Ground Transportation’ desk at the passenger terminal if you prefer to go to the city center by these services working with the door-to-door system.
Albuquerque Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Saturday
3 Oct
25°10°
Today
Sunday
4 Oct
25°12°
Monday
5 Oct
24°10°
Tuesday
6 Oct
26°17°
Wednesday
7 Oct
28°20°
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Which airports can I use for San Diego-Albuquerque flights?
Which airports can I use for San Diego-Albuquerque flights?
For San Diego-Albuquerque flights, you can use San Diego Intl. Airport, McClellan Palomar Airport, Marine Corps Miramar Airport, NAS North Island Airport as departure airport, and Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from San Diego-Albuquerque and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from San Diego-Albuquerque and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between San Diego-Albuquerque is 1012 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for San Diego-Albuquerque flights?
Which day is the most convenient for San Diego-Albuquerque flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for San Diego-Albuquerque flights is Tuesday.
San Diego-Albuquerque: which airline is better value on this route?
San Diego-Albuquerque: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with American Airlines starts from approximately $278.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 American Airlines | $278 | Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece cabin baggage / In-flight Entertainment |
Last update: 01.10.2026
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