Travelling from Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Albuquerque Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-8, which makes Los Angeles one hour behind Albuquerque.
Flights from ABQ to LAX start from 05:30 — the first with American Airlines. The last departure is at 19:20 with Southwest Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 41 weekly Albuquerque Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ABQ to LAX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as October, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
A range of airlines offer direct flights from Albuquerque Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, so getting to Los Angeles (and then seeing more parts of the United States!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Delta.
With a dependable 90.61% of services arriving as scheduled, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier for ABQ to LAX flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Albuquerque Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. These are the top stopovers between ABQ and LAX:
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
San Diego International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Albuquerque Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is 69 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 137 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book one month before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ABQ to LAX.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Albuquerque Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)
You'll find ABQ at 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Albuquerque Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from ABQ arrive at their destination without delay.
Albuquerque Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Albuquerque. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near ABQ. Whether you're taking an early flight from Albuquerque Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Albuquerque Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond Los Angeles's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
The street address for LAX is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport is roughly 29 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Albuquerque Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Los Angeles. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Albuquerque Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ABQ to LAX around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Los Angeles, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to tick off its leading attractions. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another great destination in the United States, head for San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley are key reasons to visit.