What percentage of Houston to Albuquerque flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 40.7% of flights from Houston to Albuquerque have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed is 3. This indicates that a significant portion of travelers on this route will typically have at least one connection.

How long does it take to fly from Houston to Albuquerque?

A direct flight from Houston to Albuquerque typically takes about 2 hours and 22 minutes. This corresponds to a median flight duration of 142 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging 5 hours and 37 minutes, or 337 minutes. The flight covers an approximate distance of 1196 kilometers.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Houston to Albuquerque?

Historically, good prices on flights from Houston to Albuquerque are available on a regular basis. This route is classified as having regular deal availability. Travelers can typically find favorable pricing for this route across the trailing quarter.

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2026-10-03 – 2026-10-14
HOU - Albuquerque
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Houston to Albuquerque: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Albuquerque

For flights from Houston to Albuquerque, 40.7% of recent fares are non-stop, indicating a mixed offering where both direct and connecting itineraries are available. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 3. This means you'll find a meaningful share of direct flights from Houston to Albuquerque, while other options involve at least one stop.

When searching for cheap flights from Houston to Albuquerque, you'll find that fares typically range from $409–$1163, with a median price of $773. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, so keeping an eye on price alerts can be beneficial.

To find the cheapest time to fly from Houston to Albuquerque, consider traveling in April, which has a median fare of $155. Other cost-effective months include November, with a median fare of $204, and January, where the median fare is $209. These months offer more budget-friendly options compared to the overall median.

A typical journey from Houston to Albuquerque takes about 2h 22m, including both direct and connecting flights. This duration covers the total time from departure to arrival, accounting for any layovers on connecting itineraries. The flight distance between Houston and Albuquerque is 1196 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Houston to Albuquerque

Regular price: $123 - $396

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

The regular price range for flights from Houston to Albuquerque is between $123 and $396. The current lowest deal is $263 with United Airlines, for travel from Nov 7-Nov 11.

now $263

Low $123

High $396

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Albuquerque

The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Albuquerque is November, with a median price of $204. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $1328. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $204

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,328

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Houston to Albuquerque

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Albuquerque

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Albuquerque

Houston (IAH) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

JetBlue Airways

$545

$653

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Albuquerque

Houston (IAH) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

JetBlue Airways

$534

$748

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Albuquerque

Houston (IAH) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

JetBlue Airways

$537

$598

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Albuquerque

Houston (IAH) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

JetBlue Airways

$545

$632

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Albuquerque

Houston (IAH) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

JetBlue Airways

$522

$605

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Albuquerque

Houston (IAH) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

Frontier Airlines

$371

$496

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 5

$418 → $437

4 nights

Nov 23 - Nov 27

$224 → $282

26%

3 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 18

$537 → $598

11%

4 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 19

$206 → $269

31%

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Albuquerque

Houston - Albuquerque route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Houston to Albuquerque are below the typical level, at $263.

📅 Best time to fly

April, November, and January are historically cheapest

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Houston to Albuquerque are April, November, and January.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 22m

Direct flights from Houston to Albuquerque typically average 2 hours 22 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

40.7% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 40.7% of flights on this route have been direct, with mixed availability.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines has offered direct flights from Houston to Albuquerque in recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Houston to Albuquerque appear regularly, often within 30 days.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) is a good option for flights from Houston to Albuquerque.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$256

Albuquerque main airports to arrive at

Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)

Cheapest

Albuquerque International Sunport is a convenient arrival airport for your trip to Albuquerque.

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

💸 Flights from ~$256

Airports nearby Albuquerque used as alternative

Santa Fe Municipal (SAF)

Santa Fe Municipal (SAF) is a convenient regional hub with direct connections to major hubs like Dallas and Phoenix.

📍 ~85 km from Albuquerque (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$290

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Oct 12

Albuquerque, United States

67% AI deal score

$2,355

$1,988

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Oct 15

Albuquerque, United States

67% AI deal score

$2,430

$2,047

Save $383

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Sep 21

Albuquerque, United States

67% AI deal score

$2,521

$2,163

Save $358

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Oct 12

Albuquerque, United States

66% AI deal score

$2,242

$2,013

Save $229

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Business Class

From IAH

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Sep 28

Albuquerque, United States

66% AI deal score

$2,303

$2,043

Save $260

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Business Class

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Sep 28

Albuquerque, United States

66% AI deal score

$2,291

$2,068

Save $223

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Sep 21

Albuquerque, United States

66% AI deal score

$2,521

$2,188

Save $333

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Sep 21

Albuquerque, United States

66% AI deal score

$2,521

$2,252

Save $269

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Business Class

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Oct 15

Albuquerque, United States

65% AI deal score

$2,334

$2,111

Save $223

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Sep 19

Albuquerque, United States

65% AI deal score

$2,642

$2,437

Save $205

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Business Class

From IAH

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Sep 18

Albuquerque, United States

65% AI deal score

$2,671

$2,443

Save $228

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Business Class

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Sep 19

Albuquerque, United States

65% AI deal score

$2,642

$2,462

Save $180

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Albuquerque

Historically, the best prices for flights from Houston to Albuquerque are found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $322. Booking 28-59 days out sees the average price rise to approximately $374. For those who book 60 or more days in advance, the average price can be significantly higher, reaching about $671.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Houston to Albuquerque is considered to be $409 or less. The median price for this route historically has been around $773. Prices can vary, with 75% of prices observed being $1163 or less in the trailing 90 days.

Historically, April has been the best month to fly from Houston to Albuquerque, with a median price of $155. November also offers favorable pricing, with a median of $204. January typically sees a median price of $209, making it another good option. The annual median price for this route is around $773, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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Houston to Albuquerque: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Albuquerque

How much is a round trip from Houston to Albuquerque

Regular price: $123 - $396

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

The regular price range for flights from Houston to Albuquerque is between $123 and $396. The current lowest deal is $263 with United Airlines, for travel from Nov 7-Nov 11.

now $263

Low $123

High $396

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Albuquerque

November

Cheapest

Flights from $204

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,328

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Houston to Albuquerque

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Albuquerque

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Albuquerque

Houston (IAH) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

JetBlue Airways

$545

$653

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Albuquerque

Houston (IAH) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

JetBlue Airways

$534

$748

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Albuquerque

Houston (IAH) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

JetBlue Airways

$537

$598

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Albuquerque

Houston (IAH) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

JetBlue Airways

$545

$632

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Albuquerque

Houston (IAH) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

JetBlue Airways

$522

$605

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Albuquerque

Houston (IAH) - Albuquerque (ABQ)

Frontier Airlines

$371

$496

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 5

$418 → $437

4 nights

Nov 23 - Nov 27

$224 → $282

26%

3 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 18

$537 → $598

11%

4 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 19

$206 → $269

31%

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Albuquerque

Houston - Albuquerque route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Houston to Albuquerque are below the typical level, at $263.

📅 Best time to fly

April, November, and January are historically cheapest

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Houston to Albuquerque are April, November, and January.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 22m

Direct flights from Houston to Albuquerque typically average 2 hours 22 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

40.7% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 40.7% of flights on this route have been direct, with mixed availability.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines has offered direct flights from Houston to Albuquerque in recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Houston to Albuquerque appear regularly, often within 30 days.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) is a good option for flights from Houston to Albuquerque.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$256

Albuquerque main airports to arrive at

Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)

Cheapest

Albuquerque International Sunport is a convenient arrival airport for your trip to Albuquerque.

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

💸 Flights from ~$256

Airports nearby Albuquerque used as alternative

Santa Fe Municipal (SAF)

Santa Fe Municipal (SAF) is a convenient regional hub with direct connections to major hubs like Dallas and Phoenix.

Albuquerque, United States

65% AI deal score

$2,642

$2,462

Save $180

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Albuquerque

Cheap Flights from Houston to Albuquerque

Today’s best flight deals from Houston to Albuquerque

Houston to Albuquerque: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Albuquerque

How much is a round trip from Houston to Albuquerque

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Albuquerque

Direct flights from Houston to Albuquerque

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Albuquerque

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

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Albuquerque

Houston - Albuquerque route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

April, November, and January are historically cheapest

Direct flights average 2h 22m

40.7% of recent flights are direct

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Houston 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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Albuquerque

How early should I book Houston to Albuquerque flights to get the cheapest price?

How much should a flight from Houston to Albuquerque cost?

What's the best month to fly from Houston to Albuquerque?

What percentage of Houston to Albuquerque flights are direct?

How long does it take to fly from Houston to Albuquerque?

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Houston to Albuquerque?

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Houston to Albuquerque: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Albuquerque

How much is a round trip from Houston to Albuquerque

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Albuquerque

Direct flights from Houston to Albuquerque

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Albuquerque

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

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Albuquerque

Houston - Albuquerque route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

April, November, and January are historically cheapest

Direct flights average 2h 22m

40.7% of recent flights are direct

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Houston 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

Oct 12

Oct 15

Sep 21

Oct 12

Sep 28

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Sep 21

Oct 15

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Albuquerque

How early should I book Houston to Albuquerque flights to get the cheapest price?

How much should a flight from Houston to Albuquerque cost?

What's the best month to fly from Houston to Albuquerque?