Flying from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ): what you need to know
Get your trip started at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), the main airport in Seattle. Search for flights from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) that leave from this terminal.
Book a direct flight from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 53 minutes.
Albuquerque International Sunport is located in Albuquerque. The city operates in the UTC-6 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Seattle.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) is the most popular route. There are 10 direct flights a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with Alaska Airlines at 20:11. Opt for the first SEA to ABQ departure with Alaska Airlines at 09:32 if you want to get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Seattle to ABQ.
July is a peak travel month. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like July Fourth, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Fly without interruptions from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Direct flights from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) operate from here.
When leaving from SEA, you can catch a direct flight from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport with Alaska Airlines.
The distance from central Seattle to SEA is around 14 miles. Check out Google Maps for the best route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
Want other options for a direct flight from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)? Check out the fares flying out of Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE).
Alaska Airlines operates direct flights from Seattle to ABQ leaving from LKE. Book your preferred window seat and reach your destination in a single hop.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in about 23 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 miles away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 11 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Seattle to ABQ? Relax in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ABQ instead:
Getting from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to central Albuquerque
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to the centre of Albuquerque is about 20 minutes by car. It's approximately 9 miles away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 2 hours and 54 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
£61 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. Return flights start from £122. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Seattle to ABQ.
To get the best price on your tickets from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport, book your trip for June (it's when flights are cheapest). Flexible on when you travel? Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
October is the busiest month for flights from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Albuquerque in April when it's quieter.
Before you book a flight from Seattle to ABQ, 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 flights from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Albuquerque
Start your Albuquerque trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Balloon Fiesta Park, Albuquerque Biological Park and ABQ BioPark Aquarium are attractions you won't want to skip in Albuquerque.
Complete your Albuquerque trip with a car rental
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