Are direct flights from Dallas to Albuquerque always the best option?

Direct flights are often more convenient as they reduce travel time and the risk of missed connections. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more affordable, depending on the route and demand. Evaluate your priorities for time versus cost when choosing.

Can flexible travel dates help on Dallas to Albuquerque flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares than traveling on weekends or during holidays. Adjusting your departure or return by a day or two may reveal better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Dallas to Albuquerque flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight amenities. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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DFW - Albuquerque
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$287
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Dallas to Albuquerque: Overview

Insights for flights from Dallas to Albuquerque

For those planning cheap flights from Dallas to Albuquerque, October stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $694. Other relatively inexpensive options include May, with a median fare of $840, and November, where the median fare is $873. These months offer the best opportunities for cost-effective travel on this route.

Right now, fares for flights from Dallas to Albuquerque typically range from $516–$928, with a median price of $731. Current fares are below the typical level for this route. Only 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional deals can be challenging. New deals are infrequent — a price alert helps to catch them when they appear.

When considering flights from Dallas to Albuquerque, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 4.1% of recent fares being direct flights from Dallas to Albuquerque. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means travelers should generally expect to make at least one stop on their journey.

A typical journey from Dallas to Albuquerque takes about 4h 9m, including connections. This median duration accounts for the prevalence of connecting flights on this route. While the non-stop flight time is also 4h 9m, the median connecting flight time is significantly longer, at 38h 18m, reflecting the complexity of some itineraries.

The distance between Dallas and Albuquerque is approximately 914 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul flight, meaning it is a relatively short journey suitable for quick trips.

How much is a round trip from Dallas to Albuquerque

Regular price: $273 - $494

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between $273 and $494. The current lowest deal is $296 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Nov 9-Nov 12.

now $296

Low $273

High $494

The cheapest time to fly from Dallas to Albuquerque

The cheapest month to fly from DFW to ABQ is October, with a median price of $666. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $1827. Prices are generally lower from May to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $666

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,827

May

Jul

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dallas to Albuquerque

Contour Airlines

Frontier Airlines

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dallas to Albuquerque

Mon, Nov 23

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Albuquerque

Dallas (DFW) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

Frontier Airlines, Contour Airlines

$292

$328

One-way

Mon, Nov 23

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Albuquerque

Dallas (DFW) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

Frontier Airlines, Contour Airlines

$282

$328

One-way

Mon, Nov 23

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Albuquerque

Dallas (DFW) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

Frontier Airlines, Contour Airlines

$278

$328

One-way

Mon, Nov 23

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Albuquerque

Dallas (DFW) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

Frontier Airlines, Contour Airlines

$326

$329

One-way

Tue, Nov 24

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Albuquerque

Dallas (DFW) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

Frontier Airlines, Contour Airlines

$282

$339

One-way

Tue, Nov 24

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Albuquerque

Dallas (DFW) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

Frontier Airlines, Contour Airlines

$292

$339

One-way

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

4 nights

Nov 21 - Nov 25

$625 → $298

52%

3 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 12

$361 → $287

21%

4 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 23

$306 → $269

12%

4 nights

Nov 18 - Nov 22

$324 → $311

Popular Airports to fly from Dallas to Albuquerque

Dallas - Albuquerque route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Dallas to Albuquerque are below the typical level, with 7% good prices historically.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas to Albuquerque, with a median price of $694.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 4h 9m

Direct flights from Dallas to Albuquerque typically average 4 hours and 9 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct deals

Southwest Airlines has offered direct deals on flights from Dallas to Albuquerque recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Dallas to Albuquerque are rare, with few appearing in the last 30 days.

Dallas main airports to depart from

Dallas Love Field (DAL)

Cheapest

Dallas Love Field offers a convenient option for flights from Dallas to Albuquerque.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$273

Albuquerque main airports to arrive at

Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)

Cheapest

Albuquerque International Sunport is a convenient arrival airport for reaching Albuquerque and surrounding areas.

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

💸 Flights from ~$297

Airports nearby Albuquerque used as alternative

Santa Fe Municipal (SAF)

Santa Fe (SAF) is the most practical alternative due to its proximity and convenient regional hub status.

📍 ~85 km from Albuquerque (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$428

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Albuquerque

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From DFW

Elite

Nov 21

Albuquerque, United States

47% AI deal score

$1,956

$1,942

Save $14

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Nov 04

Albuquerque, United States

42% AI deal score

$2,114

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Jan 24

Albuquerque, United States

40% AI deal score

$1,853

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Nov 21

Albuquerque, United States

40% AI deal score

$2,038

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Nov 08

Albuquerque, United States

40% AI deal score

$2,191

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Nov 04

Albuquerque, United States

40% AI deal score

$2,320

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Nov 04

Albuquerque, United States

40% AI deal score

$2,333

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Nov 08

Albuquerque, United States

40% AI deal score

$2,411

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Dec 31

Albuquerque, United States

40% AI deal score

$2,491

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Dec 31

Albuquerque, United States

40% AI deal score

$2,538

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Dec 07

Albuquerque, United States

40% AI deal score

$3,742

Aeroméxico, +1

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Dec 06

Albuquerque, United States

40% AI deal score

$3,874

Aeroméxico, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Albuquerque

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking in advance, often several weeks to a few months before your trip, can sometimes result in lower fares. However, prices can fluctuate, so it's often beneficial to monitor trends. Avoiding peak travel seasons may also lead to better prices.

Comparing nearby airports can occasionally reveal different flight options or prices. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare could be worthwhile. Always consider the total cost and convenience when evaluating this option.

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Dallas to Albuquerque: Overview

Insights for flights from Dallas to Albuquerque

How much is a round trip from Dallas to Albuquerque

Regular price: $273 - $494

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between $273 and $494. The current lowest deal is $296 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Nov 9-Nov 12.

now $296

Low $273

High $494

The cheapest time to fly from Dallas to Albuquerque

October

Cheapest

Flights from $666

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,827

May

Jul

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dallas to Albuquerque

Contour Airlines

Frontier Airlines

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dallas to Albuquerque

Mon, Nov 23

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Albuquerque

Dallas (DFW) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

Frontier Airlines, Contour Airlines

$292

$328

One-way

Mon, Nov 23

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Albuquerque

Dallas (DFW) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

Frontier Airlines, Contour Airlines

$282

$328

One-way

Mon, Nov 23

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Albuquerque

Dallas (DFW) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

Frontier Airlines, Contour Airlines

$278

$328

One-way

Mon, Nov 23

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Albuquerque

Dallas (DFW) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

Frontier Airlines, Contour Airlines

$326

$329

One-way

Tue, Nov 24

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Albuquerque

Dallas (DFW) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

Frontier Airlines, Contour Airlines

$282

$339

One-way

Tue, Nov 24

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Albuquerque

Dallas (DFW) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

Frontier Airlines, Contour Airlines

$292

$339

One-way

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

4 nights

Nov 21 - Nov 25

$625 → $298

52%

3 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 12

$361 → $287

21%

4 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 23

$306 → $269

12%

4 nights

Nov 18 - Nov 22

$324 → $311

Popular Airports to fly from Dallas to Albuquerque

Dallas - Albuquerque route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Dallas to Albuquerque are below the typical level, with 7% good prices historically.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas to Albuquerque, with a median price of $694.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 4h 9m

Direct flights from Dallas to Albuquerque typically average 4 hours and 9 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct deals

Southwest Airlines has offered direct deals on flights from Dallas to Albuquerque recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Dallas to Albuquerque are rare, with few appearing in the last 30 days.

Dallas main airports to depart from

Dallas Love Field (DAL)

Cheapest

Dallas Love Field offers a convenient option for flights from Dallas to Albuquerque.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$273

Albuquerque main airports to arrive at

Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)

Cheapest

Albuquerque International Sunport is a convenient arrival airport for reaching Albuquerque and surrounding areas.

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

💸 Flights from ~$297

Airports nearby Albuquerque used as alternative

Santa Fe Municipal (SAF)

Santa Fe (SAF) is the most practical alternative due to its proximity and convenient regional hub status.

📍 ~85 km from Albuquerque (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$428

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Albuquerque

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Dallas to Albuquerque.

Elite

Best Elite deals to Albuquerque

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From DFW

Elite

Nov 21

Albuquerque, United States

47% AI deal score

$1,956

$1,942

Save $14

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Nov 04

Albuquerque, United States

42% AI deal score

$2,114

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Jan 24

Albuquerque, United States

40% AI deal score

$1,853

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Nov 21

Albuquerque, United States

40% AI deal score

$2,038

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Nov 08

Albuquerque, United States

40% AI deal score

$2,191

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Nov 04

Albuquerque, United States

40% AI deal score

$2,320

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Nov 04

Albuquerque, United States

40% AI deal score

$2,333

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Nov 08

Albuquerque, United States

40% AI deal score

$2,411

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Dec 31

Albuquerque, United States

40% AI deal score

$2,491

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Dec 31

Albuquerque, United States

40% AI deal score

$2,538

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Dec 07

Albuquerque, United States

40% AI deal score

$3,742

Aeroméxico, +1

Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Dec 06

Albuquerque, United States

40% AI deal score

$3,874

Aeroméxico, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Albuquerque

Cheap Flights from Dallas to Albuquerque

Today’s best flight deals from Dallas to Albuquerque

Dallas to Albuquerque: Overview

Insights for flights from Dallas to Albuquerque

How much is a round trip from Dallas to Albuquerque

The cheapest time to fly from Dallas to Albuquerque

Direct flights from Dallas to Albuquerque

Last-minute flights going from Dallas to Albuquerque

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dallas to Albuquerque

Dallas - Albuquerque route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

October is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights average 4h 9m

Connecting flights are dominant

Southwest Airlines offers direct deals

Deals are rare for this route

Dallas main airports to depart from

Albuquerque main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Albuquerque used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Albuquerque

Best Elite deals to Albuquerque

Nov 21

Nov 04

Jan 24

Nov 21

Nov 08

Nov 04

Nov 04

Nov 08

Dec 31

Dec 31

Dec 07

Dec 06

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Albuquerque

How can I find cheap flights from Dallas to Albuquerque?

When should I book flights from Dallas to Albuquerque?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Dallas to Albuquerque?

Are direct flights from Dallas to Albuquerque always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Dallas to Albuquerque flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Dallas to Albuquerque flights?

Related routes

More routes from Dallas

Flights to Albuquerque from other cities

Dallas to Albuquerque: Overview

Insights for flights from Dallas to Albuquerque

How much is a round trip from Dallas to Albuquerque

The cheapest time to fly from Dallas to Albuquerque

Direct flights from Dallas to Albuquerque

Last-minute flights going from Dallas to Albuquerque

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dallas to Albuquerque

Dallas - Albuquerque route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

October is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights average 4h 9m

Connecting flights are dominant

Southwest Airlines offers direct deals

Deals are rare for this route

Dallas main airports to depart from

Albuquerque main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Albuquerque used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Albuquerque

Best Elite deals to Albuquerque

Nov 21

Nov 04

Jan 24

Nov 21

Nov 08

Nov 04

Nov 04

Nov 08

Dec 31

Dec 31

Dec 07

Dec 06

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Albuquerque

How can I find cheap flights from Dallas to Albuquerque?

When should I book flights from Dallas to Albuquerque?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Dallas to Albuquerque?