Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ): what you need to know
A direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport takes on average 2 hours 29 minutes. The timezone in Albuquerque is UTC-6, which makes it 1 hour ahead of San Francisco.
Flights from San Francisco International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport start at 06:00 — the first with United Airlines. The last flight of the day is the 18:45 service with United Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 18 weekly services between SFO and ABQ.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
To break up your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the SFO - ABQ route are:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)
R 2,377 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport. A return flight starts at R 5,228. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from SFO to ABQ by booking at least 2 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Use filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Located around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco, San Francisco International Airport can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport takes roughly 47 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ABQ if you're catching a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) to central Albuquerque
Albuquerque International Sunport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Albuquerque. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours and 54 minutes.
When to fly to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport is April, while October is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Albuquerque based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Albuquerque International Sunport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Albuquerque, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -5ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SFO to ABQ around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Albuquerque
Start your Albuquerque trip right by finding an amazing stay. Once you've booked your flight from SFO to ABQ, have a look at our accommodation options including:
Balloon Fiesta Park and Albuquerque Biological Park are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Albuquerque travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out ABQ BioPark Aquarium.
Complete your Albuquerque trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport — next on the list is finding a great place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Albuquerque.
