Travelling from Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Albuquerque Airport to Austin-Bergstrom Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Austin is one hour ahead of Albuquerque and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Flights from ABQ to AUS start from 05:15 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The last service of the day is at 21:55 with Southwest Airlines. In total, there are 11 weekly Albuquerque Airport to Austin-Bergstrom Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your ABQ to AUS flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like October? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Austin (and then discovering more of the United States!) is easy with Southwest Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Albuquerque Airport to Austin-Bergstrom Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating ABQ to AUS flights. An exceptional 88.19% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Albuquerque Airport to Austin-Bergstrom Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between ABQ and AUS:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Dallas Love Field Airport
Houston Hobby Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Albuquerque Airport to Austin-Bergstrom Airport flight is 104 €. A return fare is currently 209 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from ABQ to AUS, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Albuquerque Airport to Austin-Bergstrom Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from ABQ to AUS.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Albuquerque Airport to Austin-Bergstrom Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)
ABQ's address is 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Albuquerque Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart ABQ land on time.
To get to Albuquerque Airport from central Albuquerque, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near ABQ. Whether you're catching an early flight from Albuquerque Airport to Austin-Bergstrom Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Albuquerque Airport to Austin-Bergstrom Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AUS instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Austin-Bergstrom Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Easirent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Austin and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Austin-Bergstrom Airport about four weeks before travelling.
When to fly to Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Albuquerque Airport to Austin-Bergstrom Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Austin. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Albuquerque Airport to Austin-Bergstrom Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Austin, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ABQ to AUS in January. Average temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Austin has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres east of Austin, a visit to Houston will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection.
San Antonio is another standout destination in the United States and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Austin. No journey is complete without a visit to San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.
