Are there direct flights from Albuquerque to Austin?

In the trailing 90 days, there have been no direct flights available from Albuquerque to Austin, as the share of direct flights was 0%. Travelers on this route typically require connecting flights. When connecting, the median number of stopovers observed was 2.

How long is the flight from Albuquerque to Austin?

The distance between Albuquerque and Austin is approximately 995 kilometers. While there are no direct flights, a flight with one stop typically takes around 4 hours and 44 minutes. This translates to a median duration of 284 minutes for flights with a single stop.

How often do cheap flights from Albuquerque to Austin come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Albuquerque to Austin come up frequently. This route is classified as one where favorable prices appear with high regularity. Travelers can typically find good opportunities for this route within a 30-day window.

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Albuquerque to Austin: Overview

Insights for flights from Albuquerque to Austin

For those planning cheap flights from Albuquerque to Austin, February stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $124. Other cost-effective options include December, where the median fare is $159, and January, with a median of $260. These months offer the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this route.

Fares for flights from Albuquerque to Austin typically range from $297–$355, with a median of $334. Right now, current fares are below the typical level for this route. Approximately 10% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that deals can be found if you are flexible with your travel dates.

Most itineraries for this route involve connections, as 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Albuquerque to Austin. When flights do connect, they typically include 2 stopovers. This means you should expect to factor in layover time when planning your journey.

A typical journey from Albuquerque to Austin, including connections, takes about 4h 18m. This median duration accounts for the time spent in the air and any layovers between flights. It is important to consider this total travel time when scheduling your trip.

The distance between Albuquerque and Austin is 995 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul flight. This distance typically translates to shorter travel times compared to medium or long-haul routes, making it a convenient option for regional travel.

How much is a round trip from Albuquerque to Austin

Regular price: $108 - $324

Prices for flights from Albuquerque to Austin are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Albuquerque to Austin is between $108 and $324. The current lowest deal is $214 with Southwest Airlines for travel from Sep 24-Sep 28.

now $214

Low $108

High $324

The cheapest time to fly from Albuquerque to Austin

The cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque to Austin is February, with a median price of $124. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1295. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $124

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,295

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Albuquerque to Austin

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Albuquerque to Austin

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - Austin

Albuquerque (ABQ) - Austin (AUS)

United Airlines

$445

$599

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - Austin

Albuquerque (ABQ) - Austin (AUS)

United Airlines

$644

$599

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - Austin

Albuquerque (ABQ) - Austin (AUS)

United Airlines

$643

$599

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - Austin

Albuquerque (ABQ) - Austin (AUS)

United Airlines

$556

$599

One-way

Sun, Aug 30

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - Austin

Albuquerque (ABQ) - Austin (AUS)

United Airlines

$407

$553

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - Austin

Albuquerque (ABQ) - Austin (AUS)

Contour Airlines, Frontier Airlines

$369

$549

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Albuquerque to Austin

2 nights

Nov 23 - Nov 25

$288 → $237

18%

2 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 29

$644 → $599

1 night

Aug 28 - Aug 29

$643 → $599

4 nights

Feb 8 - Feb 12

$275 → $238

13%

Popular Airports to fly from Albuquerque to Austin

Albuquerque - Austin route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares are below the typical level for the next 90 days, with 10% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $124

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $124.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 4h 18m

Connecting flights from Albuquerque to Austin typically average 4 hours and 18 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct deals

Southwest Airlines has offered 1 direct deal recently for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Albuquerque to Austin are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Albuquerque main airports to depart from

Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)

Cheapest

Albuquerque International Sunport is a good option for flights from Albuquerque to Austin.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$239

Austin main airports to arrive at

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Cheapest

Austin–Bergstrom International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights to Austin.

📍 ~10 km from Austin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$239

Airports nearby Austin used as alternative

San Antonio International (SAT)

San Antonio International is a practical alternative due to its proximity to Austin, despite potential I-35 traffic.

📍 ~120 km from Austin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$319

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Austin

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Albuquerque to Austin is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this booking window, the average price for a flight is around $327. Booking within 7-13 days of departure generally sees a significantly higher average price of $826. Prices for flights booked 28-59 days out are also around $327, while those booked 60+ days in advance average $334.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Albuquerque to Austin is considered to be $297 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $334. Prices tend to increase beyond this point, with 75% of prices observed being $355 or higher.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Albuquerque to Austin include February, with a median price of $124, and December, with a median price of $159. January also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $260. The annual median price for this route is $334, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Albuquerque to Austin: Overview

Insights for flights from Albuquerque to Austin

How much is a round trip from Albuquerque to Austin

Regular price: $108 - $324

Prices for flights from Albuquerque to Austin are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Albuquerque to Austin is between $108 and $324. The current lowest deal is $214 with Southwest Airlines for travel from Sep 24-Sep 28.

now $214

Low $108

High $324

The cheapest time to fly from Albuquerque to Austin

February

Cheapest

Flights from $124

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,295

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Albuquerque to Austin

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Albuquerque to Austin

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - Austin

Albuquerque (ABQ) - Austin (AUS)

United Airlines

$445

$599

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - Austin

Albuquerque (ABQ) - Austin (AUS)

United Airlines

$644

$599

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - Austin

Albuquerque (ABQ) - Austin (AUS)

United Airlines

$643

$599

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - Austin

Albuquerque (ABQ) - Austin (AUS)

United Airlines

$556

$599

One-way

Sun, Aug 30

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - Austin

Albuquerque (ABQ) - Austin (AUS)

United Airlines

$407

$553

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

ABQ - Austin

Albuquerque (ABQ) - Austin (AUS)

Contour Airlines, Frontier Airlines

$369

$549

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Albuquerque to Austin

2 nights

Nov 23 - Nov 25

$288 → $237

18%

2 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 29

$644 → $599

1 night

Aug 28 - Aug 29

$643 → $599

4 nights

Feb 8 - Feb 12

$275 → $238

13%

Popular Airports to fly from Albuquerque to Austin