Flying from Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to Oaxaca Airport (OAX): what you need to know
Oaxaca's timezone is UTC-6, making Oaxaca one hour ahead of Albuquerque.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your ABQ to OAX flight.
During popular months such as October, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Albuquerque Airport to Oaxaca Airport. Many travellers pass through Dallas Fort Worth International Airport when flying between ABQ and OAX.
Handy information about Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)
ABQ is located at 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Albuquerque Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart ABQ reach their destination on time.
Central Albuquerque to Albuquerque Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to ABQ? If you're catching an early flight from Albuquerque Airport to Oaxaca Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
If you have a late Albuquerque Airport to Oaxaca Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near OAX:
Explore without limits with a Oaxaca Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MEX, Economy or Europcar and chase adventure across Oaxaca and beyond.
Booking your ride from Oaxaca Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
June is the busiest month for flights from Albuquerque Airport to Oaxaca Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Oaxaca in March.
When booking your flight from Albuquerque Airport to Oaxaca Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Oaxaca, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ABQ to OAX in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 24ºC on average.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Oaxaca, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Travel about 370 kilometres north-west to Mexico City to tick off its must-visit sights. From Zócalo to Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Ecatepec de Morelos is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 370 kilometres north-west of Oaxaca. No trip is complete without experiencing Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.
