How long does it take to fly to Albuquerque?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Illinois you fly out of and what airport in Albuquerque you fly into. For example, flying from Chicago to Albuquerque takes 2h 56m on average. On the other hand, flying from Peoria to Albuquerque takes 5h 32m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

What airlines fly to Albuquerque?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Albuquerque from Illinois according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 58% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Albuquerque. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Albuquerque on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Illinois to Albuquerque on average per day?

As of May 2026, 14 flights take off from Illinois and land in Albuquerque each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 8:00PM, with 70% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Illinois to Albuquerque?

Southwest, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to Albuquerque

How many flights depart from Illinois to Albuquerque on average per week?

As of May 2026, 104 flights take off from Illinois and land in Albuquerque each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Albuquerque Airport?

Prices for flights from Illinois to Albuquerque Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Albuquerque Airport?

As of May 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Albuquerque Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Albuquerque Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Albuquerque Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Albuquerque Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Albuquerque Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Albuquerque Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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4:45 pm - 10:22 pm

MLI

ABQ

6h 37m

1 stop

4:07 pm - 11:30 pm

ABQ

MLI

6h 23m

1 stop

$315American Airlines

Thu, Jun 25 - Tue, Jun 30

4:43 pm - 11:49 pm

PIA

ABQ

8h 06m

1 stop

5:46 am - 11:50 am

ABQ

PIA

5h 04m

1 stop

$319American Airlines

Sat, Aug 1 - Wed, Aug 5

8:36 am - 3:17 pm

STL

ABQ

7h 41m

1 stop

4:07 pm - 11:59 pm

ABQ

STL

6h 52m

1 stop

$333American Airlines

Wed, Jun 17 - Tue, Jun 23

3:45 pm - 9:50 pm

STL

ABQ

7h 05m

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7:10 am - 2:45 pm

ABQ

STL

6h 35m

1 stop

$338Southwest

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

4:47 pm - 10:22 pm

PIA

ABQ

6h 35m

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4:07 pm - 11:38 pm

ABQ

PIA

6h 31m

1 stop

$344American Airlines

Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 24

5:40 am - 2:20 pm

STL

ABQ

9h 40m

2 stops

5:00 am - 12:05 pm

ABQ

STL

6h 05m

1 stop

$350Southwest

Sat, Jul 4 - Tue, Jul 7

3:42 pm - 10:02 pm

STL

ABQ

7h 20m

1 stop

6:00 pm - 12:36 am

ABQ

STL

5h 36m

1 stop

$365Delta

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21

6:30 am - 11:18 am

PIA

ABQ

5h 48m

1 stop

1:33 pm - 9:01 pm

ABQ

PIA

6h 28m

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$369United Airlines

Sat, Jun 6 - Wed, Jun 10

3:39 pm - 10:12 pm

STL

ABQ

7h 33m

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7:00 am - 2:33 pm

ABQ

STL

6h 33m

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$370Delta

Wed, Aug 12 - Sun, Aug 16

8:50 am - 12:37 pm

PIA

ABQ

4h 47m

1 stop

1:30 pm - 8:47 pm

ABQ

PIA

6h 17m

1 stop

$399United Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

JetBlue flights from Illinois to Albuquerque

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Jul 3

ORD5:22 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 46m

1 stop

ABQ10:08 pmAlbuquerque

Jul 6

ABQ11:12 pmAlbuquerque

8h 38m

1 stop

ORD8:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$448

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Jul 3

ORD5:22 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 46m

1 stop

ABQ10:08 pmAlbuquerque

Jul 5

ABQ11:10 pmAlbuquerque

8h 40m

1 stop

ORD8:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$468

American Airlines flights from Illinois to Albuquerque

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Jun 25

MLI4:45 pmMoline Quad-City

6h 37m

1 stop

ABQ10:22 pmAlbuquerque

Jun 30

ABQ4:07 pmAlbuquerque

6h 23m

1 stop

MLI11:30 pmMoline Quad-City

$315

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Aug 1

PIA4:43 pmGreater Peoria

8h 06m

1 stop

ABQ11:49 pmAlbuquerque

Aug 5

ABQ5:46 amAlbuquerque

5h 04m

1 stop

PIA11:50 amGreater Peoria

$319

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Jun 17

STL8:36 amLambert-St Louis

7h 41m

1 stop

ABQ3:17 pmAlbuquerque

Jun 23

ABQ4:07 pmAlbuquerque

6h 52m

1 stop

STL11:59 pmLambert-St Louis

$333

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4:45 pm-10:22 pm

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4:07 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$315

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Sat 8/1

4:43 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Albuquerque

Wed 8/5

5:46 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 04m

$319

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STLABQ

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Wed 6/17

8:36 am-3:17 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Albuquerque

Tue 6/23

4:07 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$333

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STL - ABQ

STLABQ

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Tue 10/6

3:45 pm-9:50 pm

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7:10 am-2:45 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$338

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PIA - ABQ

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Wed 6/10

4:47 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Albuquerque

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4:07 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$344

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STLABQ

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Sat 7/4

5:40 am-2:20 pm

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5:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

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STLABQ

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Mon 9/14

3:42 pm-10:02 pm

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6:00 pm-12:36 am

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6:30 am-11:18 am

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1:33 pm-9:01 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$369

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STLABQ

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 8/12

3:39 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Albuquerque

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7:00 am-2:33 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$370

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Greater Peoria

Sat 10/31

8:50 am-12:37 pm

1 stop4h 47m

Albuquerque

Wed 11/4

1:30 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$399

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Albuquerque?

The cheapest month to fly to Albuquerque from Illinois is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $93, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Albuquerque from Illinois during October instead. Flights to Albuquerque in October, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $149.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Albuquerque?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Albuquerque. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $401. The most expensive day to fly to Albuquerque is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $511.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Albuquerque?

Flying to Albuquerque from Illinois in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $404 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $489. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Illinois to Albuquerque flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Illinois to Albuquerque?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Albuquerque from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Albuquerque for around $444 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Albuquerque from Illinois for as low as $345 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Illinois to Albuquerque flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Illinois to Albuquerque flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$244
Fastest flight time	2h 55m
Direct flights	Every day
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The best one-way flight to Albuquerque from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $244. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Albuquerque found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $426.

The fastest flight from Illinois to Albuquerque takes 2h 55m

Direct flights go from Illinois to Albuquerque every day.

There is 1 airport in Albuquerque. From Illinois there are direct flights to Albuquerque (ABQ).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Albuquerque Airport?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Albuquerque Airport?
As of May 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Albuquerque Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Albuquerque Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Albuquerque Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Albuquerque Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Albuquerque Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Albuquerque Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Illinois to Albuquerque?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Illinois and Albuquerque, the leading plane model is Airbus A319, making up 23.64% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-800 with 19.39%, Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) with 18.30%, and Embraer 175 with 15.64%.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $258	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,629 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $270	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,747 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
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