Flying from Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) to Albuquerque Airport (ABQ): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Salt Lake City Airport to Albuquerque Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Flights from SLC to ABQ start from 09:27 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The latest departure is at 21:25 with Delta Air Lines. In total, there are 23 weekly Salt Lake City Airport to Albuquerque Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your SLC to ABQ flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Delta is your gateway to exploring Albuquerque (and maybe even some other great parts of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Salt Lake City Airport to Albuquerque Airport offered by this carrier.
Delta has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Delta stands out as the most punctual carrier for SLC to ABQ flights, with 94.3% of services arriving as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Salt Lake City Airport to Albuquerque Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between SLC and ABQ:
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) to Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)
At the moment, $159 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Salt Lake City Airport to Albuquerque Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $448. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SLC to ABQ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Salt Lake City Airport to Albuquerque Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Salt Lake City Airport to Albuquerque Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Salt Lake City Airport (SLC)
SLC is located at 776 North Terminal Drive.
Salt Lake City Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart SLC arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Salt Lake City Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Salt Lake City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 20 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near SLC? If you've booked an early flight from Salt Lake City Airport to Albuquerque Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)
Book a hotel near ABQ if you have a late Salt Lake City Airport to Albuquerque Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Albuquerque Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Budget or Hertz and see more of Albuquerque and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Albuquerque Airport around one week before you travel.
When to fly to Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Salt Lake City Airport to Albuquerque Airport. October is the most popular month to visit Albuquerque. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Salt Lake City Airport to Albuquerque Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Albuquerque, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 37ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SLC to ABQ sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
El Paso is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Albuquerque. Around 370 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Franklin Mountains State Park, Franklin Mountains State Park and Wyler Aerial Tramway.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in the United States, head for Colorado Springs, roughly 451 kilometres north of Albuquerque. Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak Region Attractions and Red Rock Canyon are among its highlights.







