Flying from Chicago to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ): What you need to know
Your adventure gets underway at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore the options for booking a flight from Chicago to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) taking off from either of these.
Book a direct Chicago to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport is located in Albuquerque. The city operates on the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Chicago.
With 21 direct weekly flights between the two airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) is the busiest route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 8:45am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from ORD to ABQ is with American Airlines at 9:35pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Chicago to ABQ.
With more travelers during peak seasons, plan to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Reach your destination without the detour from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Nonstop flights from Chicago to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) can be booked from here.
American Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Chicago to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport departing from ORD.
American Airlines is the airline most travelers choose for flights from ORD to ABQ.
American Airlines is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 25 miles from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to O'Hare International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% arrive on time at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can book a direct Chicago to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) plane ticket out of Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). See if flying from MDW works better for your plans.
From MDW, direct flights from Chicago to ABQ can be booked with Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines has the largest share of bookings on the MDW to ABQ route.
The most reliable carrier is Southwest Airlines. Its Chicago Midway International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport flights land as scheduled 75.38% of the time.
MDW is around 12 miles from central Chicago. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to ABQ flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77.88%.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 85 miles from central Chicago. Driving from the city center to the terminal takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Make catching an early Chicago to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:
Flights that take off from RFD reach their destination as scheduled 76.19% of the time.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near ABQ and hit the lights earlier:
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Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around one week before your Chicago to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport flight.
The address for ABQ is 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Getting from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to central Albuquerque
From Albuquerque International Sunport Airport, central Albuquerque is around 9 miles away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city center by car.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
Right now, $72 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $177. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to ABQ, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
April is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ), while October is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to visit Albuquerque based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Chicago to ABQ plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Albuquerque to range from 63ºF to 99ºF.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport in January when temperatures are between 23ºF and 48ºF.
More about Albuquerque
Start your Albuquerque trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Petroglyph National Monument and Balloon Fiesta Park are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Albuquerque travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Albuquerque Old Town.
Explore more of the United States
Albuquerque has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. Around 160 miles south-east of Albuquerque, a trip to Roswell will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Spaceport Park, Downtown Historic District and Roswell Spacewalk.
Around 150 miles north-west of Albuquerque, Farmington is another favorite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Animas River, Farmington Museum and Museum of Navajo Art & Culture.
