How busy is Albuquerque International Sunport right now?

The TSA wait at ABQ is very quiet — expect minimal lines at this hour. Check live conditions, weather, and FAA delay status above for a full picture of how busy ABQ is right now.

What is the FAA airport status for ABQ?

The FAA airport status for ABQ (Albuquerque International Sunport) shows current delays, ground stops, and departure/arrival delay programs. ABQ has an on-time departure rate of 81%, with an average delay of 63 minutes when delays occur. Check above for live FAA status and real-time conditions.

Is ABQ busy right now?

Check the live status above for real-time conditions at Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ). TSA wait is currently very quiet — expect minimal lines at this hour. Overall, 81% of flights depart on time from ABQ. The least busy time for security is 4 AM (about 5 min).

Is Albuquerque International Sunport operating normally today?

Check the live FAA status and delay data above for current operations at ABQ. On a typical day, 81% of departures from Albuquerque International Sunport are on time. When delays occur, they average about 63 minutes. The most common reason for departure delays here is the incoming plane arriving late.

Are there delays at Albuquerque International Sunport today?

Check the live delay tracker above for current ABQ delays. Historically, 81% of departures are on time, and when delays occur they average 63 minutes. About 1.2% of flights are cancelled. The most common reason for departure delays here is the incoming plane arriving late.

What is the average departure delay at Albuquerque International Sunport?

When departures at ABQ (Albuquerque International Sunport) are delayed, the average delay is about 63 minutes. Overall, 81% of flights depart on time. About 1.2% of flights are cancelled.

What causes the most departure delays at Albuquerque International Sunport?

The most common reason for departure delays here is the incoming plane arriving late. At ABQ, 81% of departures are on time, and when delays occur they average 63 minutes.

Is it safe to book a tight connection at Albuquerque International Sunport?

ABQ is fairly reliable, so a 60-minute domestic connection is usually fine. For international flights, allow at least 90 minutes.

What's the best time to fly from Albuquerque International Sunport?

Early morning flights (before 8 AM) tend to have the best on-time performance at most airports, including ABQ. For shorter security lines, aim for 4 AM (about 5 min). Midweek flights (Tuesday and Wednesday) also tend to see fewer delays than weekend or Monday departures.

ABQ Albuquerque Delays & Airport Status

Albuquerque International Sunport

ABQ delays today: Albuquerque International Sunport has an on-time departure rate of about 81%. The FAA airport status for ABQ typically shows an average delay of 63 minutes when departures are delayed. The most common reason for departure delays here is the incoming plane arriving late. Roughly 1.2% of flights are cancelled. The typical taxi-out time from gate to takeoff is about 15 minutes. The current TSA wait is very quiet — expect minimal lines at this hour. The fastest time through security is 4 AM (about 5 min). The busiest period is 6 AM (22-28 minutes).

Source: BTS, FAA. Updated April 2026.