Travelling from Washington DC to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Washington DC's main airports, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) or Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Check out your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) departing from either of these.
Albuquerque is two hours behind Washington DC. Albuquerque International Sunport is located in Albuquerque, which runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Washington DC to ABQ.
July is a busy time to fly out. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like July Fourth, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Travelling from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Albuquerque International Sunport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
71% of flights that depart Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport reach their destination on time.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Thinking of flying out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? Direct Washington DC to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
You can board a direct flight from Washington DC to ABQ with United Airlines. This is one of the top airlines that operates this route out of IAD.
United is the top choice for passengers flying from IAD to ABQ.
For reliable, punctual service, go with United. It has an exceptional on-time performance of 95.74% for flights between Washington Dulles International Airport and Albuquerque International Sunport.
You can get to IAD from the centre of Washington DC in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Washington DC to ABQ flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
77% of flights departing Washington Dulles International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Enjoy a hassle-free trip from start to finish from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Direct flights from Washington DC to Albuquerque International Sunport are available from here.
Take off from BWI with Southwest Airlines. This trusted airline offers direct Washington DC to ABQ plane tickets.
Most passengers choose to book seats with Southwest Airlines from BWI to ABQ.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 76.09% of its services arriving as scheduled.
The journey time to BWI from central Washington DC is around 50 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Albuquerque International Sunport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Baltimore Washington International Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights touch down as expected. At BWI, that figure is 77%.
About Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to Albuquerque International Sunport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ABQ instead:
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ABQ is located at 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Getting from Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) to central Albuquerque
Albuquerque International Sunport is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Albuquerque. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Albuquerque International Sunport is 96 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 203 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
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The best month for finding cheap Washington DC to Albuquerque International Sunport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Washington DC to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ). July is the busiest month to travel to Albuquerque. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in December.
Before locking in your Washington DC to ABQ plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Albuquerque, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January has temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Albuquerque International Sunport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Albuquerque
Start your Albuquerque trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Albuquerque International Sunport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Albuquerque when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick things off at Balloon Fiesta Park followed by Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum and Petroglyph National Monument.
Explore more of the United States
Albuquerque is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres southeast of Albuquerque, a trip to Roswell will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Spaceport Park, Anderson Museum of Contemporary Art and Roswell Museum & Art Centre.
Farmington is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 241 kilometres northwest of Albuquerque. No journey is complete without seeing Animas River, Farmington Museum and Museum of Navajo Art & Culture.